Greg Sharp

☁️"Domestic is not sovereign, nor is it necessarily safe." haunting words from Simon about what “sovereign” really means. Many assume that if servers are located in an Australian data centre, their data is both sovereign and safe, let me throw a curve ball to make it more complex. 📃Take a look at two U.S. laws: the USA PATRIOT Act (2001) and the U.S. CLOUD Act (2018), together, they give U.S. authorities sweeping powers to access data held by American companies (*cough* no matter where in the world that data sits, including Australia). ➡️Under the Patriot Act, agencies gained expanded surveillance rights to compel access to business and personal records in the name of national security. 🎯The Cloud Act takes that reach further, allowing the U.S. Government to demand data from U.S.-based providers, even if those servers are hosted here in Australia. ⚠️This means that although you may have a “secure” Azure, AWS, or Google instance located onshore, those environments are still bound by U.S. jurisdiction. Encryption helps, but how many organisations actually implement robust, end-to-end encryption and manage their keys 🔑independently? ✅Sovereignty aside, misconfiguration risk is already a major issue, here's some FACTS: - 27% of organisations report a public cloud breach according to SentinelOne. - Around 9% of cloud storage is publicly accessible, and 97% of that exposed data is sensitive according to Tenable - 21% of exposed S3 buckets contain sensitive data due to poor access controls. 🗺️So sure, location matters, BUT, legal jurisdiction and configuration controls matter more. Simply hosting workloads onshore doesn’t guarantee sovereignty or safety. What protects your business is a layered strategy: encryption, independent key management, rigorous configuration governance, continuous monitoring, and a complete understanding of the regulatory landscape you’re operating under. 👉 Don’t turn a blind eye by where your cloud is. Focus on who controls it, what laws apply, and how it’s secured. Need help in understanding your requirements, AND, securing your cloud environment? Why not reach out to the cloud and security experts at ASE Tech. #ShiftHappens #DataCentre #ThinkBeforeYouClick

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Legacy applications are often costly, slow, and difficult to upgrade - and they consume up to 80% of IT budgets for many organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Our Director of Data and Engineering Joel Macfarlane talked with ARN about how we're using AI agents in app modernisation to tackle these challenges head-on. 💻+🧠 Our AI engineering teams are working alongside our expert human teams to rebuild legacy systems with speed and precision and taking on functions like automating documentation, code reviews, testing and even business analysis. “Datacom’s AI-led approach enables rapid modernisation without full system overhauls. AI agents can generate specifications from legacy systems, write up to 70% of code, and execute hundreds of test cases — significantly reducing manual effort.” And with human oversight and strong governance, we’re ensuring these AI workloads are secure, compliant, and aligned with our customers’ goals. 🔗 Read more in ARN: https://lnkd.in/gZwjwBX3 #AI #AppModernisation #LegacySystems #DigitalTransformation #Datacom #AgenticAI #TechInnovation #JoelMacfarlane Sunny Katira Lou Compagnone

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NAB chief executive Andrew Irvine sees the AI revolution as one of the most profound technology shifts of the last 200 years, and believes the rollout of agentic AI will be the biggest game changer for businesses. Here's why: https://ebx.sh/hJFHHJ

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Australian Government agencies are under significant pressure to modernise the very heart of their digital systems: their ERP applications. But upgrading or replacing them is no easy task. Resource constraints, user experience issues and complex governance arrangements are just some of the roadblocks. Our guide, "Modernising Government Operations", distils insights from 12 government roundtables into a practical roadmap for ERP transformation—designed specifically for the public sector. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gXsPXxDN #NRI #DigitalGovernment #ERPTransformation #AISolutions #CloudERP

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What's the #1 priority for a complex cloud migration? In this blind-ranking video, Dan Corby of Bendigo Bank gives a clear and perhaps surprising answer! His perspective is a must-watch for any leader managing a VMware or SAP environment. This is exactly where solutions like #GoogleCloud VMware Engine come in — simplifying the journey and reducing risk, so you can focus on innovation, not just infrastructure 🙌 Hear from more experts in the keynote from #GoogleCloudSummit Sydney! ➡️ https://goo.gle/4gRc8PK

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🚀 All Systems Go for IT in New Zealand! Atera + Service Dynamics = IT teams in NZ now get Atera’s Autonomous IT platform with IT Autopilot, backed by full local support from Service Dynamics. Together, we’re helping IT pros work smarter, resolve issues faster, and deliver better service across the entire IT lifecycle. Read the full announcement here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dTkfhrR2

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Cyber security is no longer just a technical issue. It is a national priority. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is stepping into a broader role. One that includes oversight of Digital ID providers and leadership of the National Anti Scam Centre. This is not just about protecting consumers. It is about safeguarding the systems Australians rely on every day. To meet this challenge, the ACCC is undertaking a comprehensive cyber security uplift. The program is designed to strengthen internal systems, protect sensitive data, and build trust in the digital platforms that power everyday life. The uplift focuses on: • Alignment with the Australian Signals Directorate’s Essential Eight • Compliance with the Protective Security Policy Framework • Resilience against evolving digital threats • Readiness to support national infrastructure and citizen services This is not just about technology. It is about leadership, clarity, and protecting what matters most. Learn more about the ACCC’s cyber security uplift and what it means for Australia: https://hubs.la/Q03B3Vr00 #CyberResilience #DigitalTrust #EssentialEight #NationalSecurity #ManagedITServices #KMT #KMTChangingTheGame #HumanFaceOfTech #PeopleFirstTech

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