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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

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Machine learning is a double-edged sword for cyber security

Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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IT departments and security decision-makers need to understand the complexity of AI in cyber security, and how to strike a balance between risk and reward.
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Exclusive: Moving away from passwords to two-factor authentication

Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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In an era of rampant cyber attacks, companies like Amazon are testing sophisticated zero log-in tech, aiming to make passwords a thing of the past.
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Progress keeps UI development accessible with latest release

Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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Progress's new Kendo UI release is the first commercial JavaScript toolkit to fully support WCAG 2.1, making web development more accessible for all.
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Hands-on preview: Red Dead Redemption 2

Fri, 28th Sep 2018
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FutureFive's Darren Price recently checked out an hour and a half of Rockstar's highly-anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2. Here's what he thought of it.
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The leadership challenge that comes with digital transformation

Thu, 27th Sep 2018
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Digital transformation is adding $45 billion to Australia's GDP by 2021, but businesses must embrace innovation to succeed in the changing landscape.
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Ignite 2018 - Making AI real for your business with Azure Data

Wed, 26th Sep 2018
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The driving force behind powerful AI applications is data – and getting the most out of AI requires a modern data estate.
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Overview of Microsoft's artificial intelligence strategy

Wed, 26th Sep 2018
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Microsoft's AI focus: strategy over product names, with a 8,000-strong engineering force shaping its core ethos.
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How Microsoft aims to bring AI to the masses

Tue, 25th Sep 2018
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At Ignite 2018, Microsoft unveiled initiatives to enhance cybersecurity and democratise AI. New tools aim to cut breaches thirtyfold and ease secure logins.
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Are people the biggest risk to transformation success?

Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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Aussie firms' digital shifts hit 'people risk'. Is strategy lacking to manage this crucial element for success?.
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Hands-on Review: FIFA 19 - the winning formula is back

Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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25 years since EA Sports' inaugural FIFA game, they're still doing what they do best - producing a game that's loved by football fans all around the world.
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2018 proves to be a mixed bag of severe cyber threats, report finds

Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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2018 saw a surge in cyber threats with over 30 zero-day vulnerabilities and nearly 24,000 unique malware variants, Fortinet's report reveals.
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Overcoming the barriers to IoT adoption

Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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Australia's energy sector is slowly embracing IoT technology, but faces challenges in implementation and adoption.
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Human rights groups call for speakers to boycott Salesforce conference

Wed, 12th Sep 2018
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A number of human rights groups are rallying for a number of major speakers to pull out of Salesforce's upcoming Dreamforce conference.
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Organisational change can make or break your digital journey

Thu, 6th Sep 2018
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Digital transformation in Australia could boost GDP by $45 billion, reshaping businesses and enhancing the economy.
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Apple still on top as wearables market grows worldwide

Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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Apple's share of the market continues to grow along with Chinese competitors Xiaomi and Huawei. Fitbit still in decline.
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Hands-on Review: Is Marvel's Spider-Man PS4 the best superhero game of all time?

Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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The crown for best Spidey game ever is debatable again because Insomniac's Spider-Man PS4 gives Spider-Man 2 a run for its money.
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Exclusive: An inside look at Lenovo's AI initiatives

Wed, 29th Aug 2018
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Lenovo's AI initiatives include the launch of Lenovo Intelligent Computing Orchestration (LiCO) to simplify AI model development. #AI #Lenovo.
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Exclusive: How to intentionally build security into a network

Fri, 24th Aug 2018
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Intent-based networking (IBN) offers an opportunity to design security objectives into the fabric of a complex network, and then enforce them.
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The exponential potential of AI within a business environment

Fri, 24th Aug 2018
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Adobe Sensei dazzles at Sydney's IT Symposium, hinting revolutionary shifts in creative and business workflows with AI.
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Veritas updates data management solution with simplified user experience

Thu, 23rd Aug 2018
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Veritas has launched Veritas NetBackup 8.1.2, featuring an improved user interface to simplify data protection and management.