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Where has the govt's $128m data retention funding gone?
Updated: Promised dollars are MIA.
Aug 3 2016 1:00PM
Feds propose strict security controls for ICT suppliers
Extra checks to address data breaches.
Sep 8 2014 3:44PM
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Govt backed research body proposes big data for APS staff vetting
But admits 'just because we can do it, does not mean we should'.
Sep 4 2014 9:50AM
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Govt dumps controversial Labor offshore cloud policy
Complaints lead to removal of double ministerial sign-off.
Sep 3 2014 10:33AM
Turnbull steps into data retention debate
Brandis, Turnbull approach Telstra first for meeting.
Aug 7 2014 4:00PM
Govt looks to dump ministerial sign-off for offshore cloud
Ex-Govt CIO welcomes the change.
Jun 25 2014 6:49AM
Attorney General's new war on encrypted web services
How you might be forced to unlock seized packets.
Mar 17 2014 10:40AM
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Govt shifts ID verification system to Microsoft
Signs $4.8 million deal with Oakton.
Mar 5 2014 12:52PM
Meet Australia's new Attorney-General
Expected to revisit data breach notification.
Sep 17 2013 12:56PM
Government agencies compete for new CIO blood
CASA joins line to advertise for new IT head.
Sep 12 2013 10:44AM
Attorney-General's CIO steps down
Department looks for replacement.
Aug 23 2013 7:00AM
AG warns blocking metadata could mean more intrusive practices
Phone taps, bugs to substitute telco metadata?
Aug 2 2013 6:30AM
Agency CIO questions new Fed cloud rules
Onerous requirements make public cloud 'too hard'.
Jul 30 2013 9:15AM
Govt policy requires two ministers for cloud storage sign-off
Attorney General weighs in as cloud arbiter.
Jul 8 2013 2:42PM
Data breach notification law misses Senate
But will stay on Coalition agenda.
Jun 28 2013 4:14PM
Deadline missed for data breach notification bill
But will stay on Coalition agenda.
Jun 28 2013 4:09PM
Senate committee slams AGs for hindering data retention inquiry
Attorney General's Department leaves Senate committee 'flying blind'.
Jun 24 2013 7:22PM
Govt shelves telco data retention scheme
Accused of hiding information from parliamentary committee.
Jun 24 2013 1:11PM
Attorney-General decries telco metadata warrants
Predicts "halt" to law enforcement.
Jun 13 2013 11:05AM
Attorney-General agency implicated in web filter scandal
Accusations of secrecy, but don't be alarmed.
May 30 2013 3:41PM
