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WhiteMatter raises USD $20 million to govern AI agents
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Rural patients could see fewer care disruptions as federal and state officials trial new cyber defences after attacks have exposed hospitals' fragility.
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Enterprises must update identity controls as software agents generate more requests and need tightly time-limited access to sensitive systems.
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Ransomware claims hit a record 1,063 victims in October, even as Australian organisations still faced 2,117 cyber attacks a week, up 39% year on year.
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