Police stories - Page 2

US charges Russian in Qakbot cybercrime, seizes USD $24m
Wed, 28th May 2025
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The US has charged Russian Rustam Gallyamov for running the Qakbot malware network, seizing USD $24m in cryptocurrency from cybercrime activities.

Cloudflare, Microsoft & police disrupt global malware service
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Cloudflare and Microsoft, with global law enforcement, have disrupted LummaC2, a major malware service stealing data worldwide and used for cybercrime.

DroneShield secures AUD $1 million police contract for counter-drone gear
Wed, 21st May 2025
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DroneShield secures a contract worth over AUD $1 million to supply Australian police with AI-powered counter-drone tech, enhancing public safety.

Study reveals car parks riskier than roundabouts for accidents
Tue, 20th May 2025
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Australian drivers are over three times likelier to crash in car parks than roundabouts, with car parks accounting for 17.4% of non-fatal accidents nationwide.

Altia appoints Natalie Farr to drive EMEA sales & partnerships
Thu, 15th May 2025
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Altia names Natalie Farr as Director of Sales and Partnerships for EMEA to boost growth and deploy its new investigative platform across the region.

Game review: The Precinct (Xbox Series X)
Wed, 14th May 2025
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The Precinct for Xbox Series X puts you in the shoes of a rookie cop in the '80s, offering an addictive GTA-style experience without the crime spree.

AI-driven surveillance set to boost Brisbane Olympic security
Tue, 13th May 2025
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AI-driven surveillance will play a key role in boosting security at the Brisbane 2032 Olympics amid rising crime and recent major sporting venue incidents.

Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024
Thu, 8th May 2025
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Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.

ANZ to launch password-less web banking with enhanced security
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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ANZ will launch password-less web banking on ANZ Plus in mid-2025, enhancing security with passkeys and biometric authentication methods.

Yubico backs youth hackathons globally to boost cybersecurity skills
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Yubico's Secure It Forward programme has supplied YubiKeys to over 20 youth-led hackathons worldwide, boosting practical cybersecurity skills among young innovators.

Police warned over shifting information to Microsoft cloud services
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Police warned of 'very high' privacy risks in shifting sensitive data to Microsoft's cloud, amid a cautious trial in Wellington started in 2023.

Ofcom sets strict new online safety rules to protect children
Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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Ofcom introduces strict Online Safety Act rules by July, forcing UK tech firms to shield children from harmful content like self-harm, abuse, and risky challenges.

Motorola unveils SVX & Assist to boost AI in policing
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Motorola Solutions unveils SVX and Assist, merging voice, video, and AI to enhance US police officers' real-time decision-making and reduce device load.

Synology's pushing into ANZ enterprise storage & backup market
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Synology is expanding its enterprise storage and backup solutions in Australia and New Zealand, addressing the growing data sovereignty concerns in these markets.

AI platform deployed to enhance safety at Vindhyachal Temple
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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Staqu Technologies has teamed up with the Uttar Pradesh government to deploy the JARVIS AI platform at Vindhyachal Temple, enhancing security and crowd management.

NCC report reveals cyber threats to UK emergency services
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.

Exclusive: Ericsson sharpens partner focus with new sales strategy
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Ericsson's Chief Sales Officer Matt Cook outlines a new sales strategy focused on simplicity, collaboration, and enhancing partner success in Sydney.

YourRide rebrands to highlight safety & sustainability
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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YourRide, New Zealand's top taxi app, celebrates a decade of service with a rebrand, prioritising safety and sustainability in transport technology.

Tech leaders support AI investment in UK Spring Statement
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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The UK's recent Spring Statement has sparked enthusiasm among tech leaders, who back the Chancellor's GBP £3.25 billion investment in AI for public service efficiency.

TasGRN expansion boosts emergency comms in Tasmania
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Motorola Solutions and Telstra have expanded Tasmania's Government Radio Network to 400 sites, enhancing emergency communications for first responders.