Tech Brief

The Australian Cyber Security Centre’s latest Annual Cyber Threat Report reveals a sharp rise in cyber incidents — from identity fraud and phishing to state-sponsored attacks and hijacked home routers.In this episode, we break down the key findings in plain language: why DDoS attacks are surging, how Generative AI is fuelling new scams, and what “assume breach” really means for your organisation.Whether you’re a CIO, CISO, or small business owner, this 4-minute briefing will help you focus on what matters most — resilience, awareness, and action.Read more: https://www.coffeehouse.studio/australias-cyber-threat-report/ https://www.cyber.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-10/Annual%20Cyber%20Threat%20Report%202024-25.pdf

Trump Media's new AI search engine reveals how politics is reshaping enterprise AI procurement. We break down what IT leaders need to know about vendor selection in an increasingly polarized tech landscape.

FIDO2 was supposed to end phishing. So why are attackers getting past it? https://www.coffeehouse.studio/

In this episode, we unpack BitChat—the new offline, encrypted messaging app backed by Jack Dorsey. Learn how mesh-based messaging could reshape enterprise security, remote operations, and the future of private communication.https://www.coffeehouse.studio/

Disgruntled ex-employees. Unrevoked credentials. And thousands in damages.https://www.coffeehouse.studio/

SA Power Networks and their newly launched Cyber Security Strategy 2025–2030. A comprehensive response to the growing cyber risks facing Australia—from data breaches to geopolitical targeting.

A major twist in the cybercrime world: Hunters International, a ransomware-as-a-service gang, has shut down operations and released free decryption keys for its victims. But is it really the end—or just a rebrand? More at coffeehouse.studio

In this episode of Tech Brief, we break down the latest AI privacy ranking from Incogni, which assessed nine major generative AI platforms across transparency, data use, and user control. https://www.coffeehouse.studio/

Zooming in on how Coca-Cola is using AI to reshape marketing—from book-scanning campaigns to hyper-targeted ad delivery. But with innovation comes backlash. https://www.coffeehouse.studio/

In this episode, we explore two powerful but divergent stories highlighting the growing divide between AI-powered innovation and basic cybersecurity hygiene.