Canada will work with software firm BlackBerry to train cyber professionals from Malaysia and other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to improve their capabilities in defending against digital threats. Under the $2.8 million investment, the Ontario-based cybersecurity company will collaborate with Toronto Metropolitan University’s Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst to equip the ASEAN region’s...
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SAP Offers UK Businesses Sovereign Cloud Capabilities
German software firm SAP has started offering its sovereign cloud capabilities to customers in the United Kingdom. The new offering equips public sector organizations, critical infrastructure operators and owners, and other highly regulated sectors with a secure, localized cloud solution. “In today’s complex global environment, it is vital for our customers to understand that their...
New QinetiQ Research Facility to Support Australian Defense Programs
QinetiQ has a new research facility in Australia that will support defense initiatives under the 2024 National Defence Strategy and the Integrated Investment Program. Tanya Monro, Australia’s chief defense scientist, inaugurated the facility, called QinetiQ Labs, on Wednesday. QinetiQ Chief Executive Australia Sector Gary Stewart said the facility’s establishment aims to strengthen collaborations and advance...
ASC, BAE Systems to Start Preparatory Work on SSN-AUKUS Submarines
The Australian Submarine Agency has signed a tripartite agreement with shipbuilders ASC and BAE Systems to start the preparatory work for Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines. “These mobilization arrangements provide the foundation that will underpin a generational uplift in Australia’s industrial base for the construction of this critical capability,” Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles said in...
French Consortium to Launch Cybersecurity Tool for Connected Equipment
The French consortium HyGARDE expects to unveil by yearend its first prototype of a cybersecurity solution to protect connected equipment, a goal initially focused on securing technologies for the renewable energy transition. The prototype will be used to secure the equipment of Solutions Hydrogene, a company that provides renewable hydrogen storage systems for industrial and...
Thales, Australia Partner to Improve Domestic Rocket Motor Production
Thales is helping enhance Australia’s rocket motor production capabilities in support of the Albanese government’s National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program. The Defence Science and Technology Group will be key in boosting the effort through its Advanced Rocket Motor Technology Demonstrator program. The initiative seeks to create a skilled workforce capable of supporting the...
BAE Systems Explores Defense Technology Development With Hensoldt Company ESG
British defense contractor BAE Systems is collaborating with Hensoldt company ESG to explore how their technologies can improve defense capabilities. According to a memorandum of understanding signed by the two companies, the effort will focus on autonomous platforms, training and mission systems for multidomain operations. The partnership builds on the two companies’ recent projects, including...
Royal Australian Navy Veteran Joins Serco as Managing Director for Defense
Royal Australian Navy veteran Peter Behrendt has joined British company Serco as managing director for defense, succeeding Clint Thomas. In his new role, Behrendt will use his years of leadership experience in the defense and security sectors to oversee Serco’s development and deployment of emerging defense technologies. He spent over 12 years at RAN, serving...
Thales, Exail Receive Contract to Improve France’s Naval Mine Detection Capabilities
France has tapped Thales and Exail to improve its naval mine detection capability by delivering eight autonomous underwater vehicles based on the A18-M AUV. The order, which falls under the country’s SLAMF future mine warfare system program, includes equipping the vessels with Thales’ SAMDIS 600 sonar. The deal, which includes an option for an additional eight...
IDEMIA Names New Chief Technology Officer for Public Security
Secure solutions provider IDEMIA Public Security has named Vincent Bouatou its chief technology officer and head of its international CTO office. Bouatou brings over 20 years of experience to his new role, helping him steer the company’s cybersecurity strategy, technical governance initiatives and artificial intelligence development leadership. He most recently served as IDEMIA Public Security’s...