Crackdown on former detainees could face legal hurdle
Tough new laws including tracking devices and jail for breaching visa conditions for 93 released detainees are likely to face a legal challenge, an expert says.
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Chinese attack on navy ship divers ‘dangerous’: PM
The prime minister says an incident involving the Chinese military and Australian navy divers was appropriately and unequivocally raised with authorities.
Cyber security chief on leave over workplace matter
Air Marshal Darren Goldie will end his tenure as National Cyber Security Coordinator after being recalled to Defence over a workplace matter.
Cybercrime hits government, business and Australians
Reports of cybercrime have surged in the last 12 months but a government intelligence agency says there are many more instances not reported.
Door open for deals with other Pacific nations: Wong
Other Pacific countries could follow Tuvalu's lead and sign security agreements with Australia, with Penny Wong saying the offer is open.
Pact puts handbrake on ‘defining technology of our age’
A pact on artificial intelligence is intended to protect people from harm without stifling breakthroughs in vaccines, computing and defence.
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Extra $2b to finance critical minerals ‘lacks ambition’
An extra $2 billion for the critical minerals supply chain will form part of the Albanese government's plan to support allies and overhaul the economy.
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Microsoft invests $5b in Aussie cyber shield, AI future
The prime minister's visit to the United States has unlocked a $5 billion deal with tech giant Microsoft to build a cyber shield and upskill Australians.
Albanese-Biden to turn AUKUS vision into reality
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will use his official visit to Washington to turn the AUKUS vision of nuclear-powered submarines into a reality.
ASIO chief reveals Chinese interference plot details
ASIO director-general Mike Burgess has confirmed Australia kicked out an academic who was recruited by Chinese intelligence to gather information.
‘Spirit of Israel’ on display as envoy vows resistance
Israel's ambassador to Australia has hailed his nation's unity and vowed Hamas "will be stripped of their military capabilities" following devastating attacks.
Major shift in army stance to counter emerging threats
Army units will be specialised and weapons moved around to take advantage of Australia's north and position defence forces to better respond to threats.
Australian troops head north in major army restructure
Army units will be specialised and weapons moved around to take advantage of Australia's north and position defence forces to better respond to threats.
Troops head north as army braces for regional conflict
Specialised combat brigades will be positioned in Australia's north in a major restructure to better prepare the army for conflict in the region.
New cybersecurity standards to keep Aussies safe online
A set of standards for businesses and developers to ensure digital products have built-in cyber protections will be developed by the federal government.
Defence spends $765m for air and missile defence system
New air and missile defence systems are being developed for the Australian Defence Force to protect Australia from potential threats.
Push to torpedo nuclear subs sinks at Labor conference
The Labor government has stamped its authority over rank-and-file members who wanted nuclear submarines stripped from the party's policy platform.
PM to stamp authority over nuclear submarine dissent
The federal government is set to avoid an embarrassing showdown following a push from within against the acquisition of nuclear submarines.
UK uses Australia’s east as launch pad into the Pacific
A UK commanding officer says China's engagement in the Pacific cannot be overlooked as Britain attempts to expand its own presence in the region.
Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers
Australian workers may be banned from accessing apps such as TikTok and WeChat as a study reveals more companies are planning to restrict the apps.
US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port
An American Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine has docked in Australia for the first time since the AUKUS deal was signed.
Contest for Pacific influence shows no sign of slowing
As Australia and the US look to increase their standing with Pacific nations, there are growing concerns Chinese security deals could destabilise the region.
Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI
Australia needs to properly assess and regulate artificial intelligence to stop authoritarian nations using it to undermine national security, a report says.
Meta reassures on Threads misinformation policies
Officials from Meta say its approach to misinformation on its new platform Threads will be the same as those on Facebook and Instagram.
Officials admit ‘serious changes’ needed for TikTok
Executives from TikTok have told a fiery committee hearing its business required changes following a recent spying scandal.
TikTok admits ‘serious misconduct’ in surveilling press
Executives from social media platform TikTok admit serious changes are needed in the wake of misconduct by "rogue employees" who allegedly spied on journalists.
TikTok data gathering behind federal ban: cyber agency
The Australian Signals Directorate says TikTok's ability to gather user information was partly behind the reason for its ban from federal devices.
Biden knocks Putin, soothes Zelenskiy at NATO summit
US President Joe Biden has pledged that NATO will stand by Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.
China’s military build-up stirs concern in Australia
A lack of transparency and assurances from China about why it's rapidly building up its military is causing concern in Australia.
Trade minister clears the air after China snub claims
Trade Minister Don Farrell says Australia will deal with Britain's application to a Pacific trade agreement before turning to China as Beijing pushes for entry.
Australia leads Quad partners meet on sidelines of G7
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is meeting with his Quad counterparts on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit in Japan.