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Agentic systems also allow attackers to become more resilient. Failed attacks can be automatically adjusted and retried using alternative techniques, reducing the effort required to compromise targets and increasing overall attack persistence

As governments and enterprises accelerate AI adoption, the biggest challenge may not be the technology itself, but the speed at which organisations embrace change

More importantly, AI is enabling a transition from reactive security to risk-based cybersecurity strategies

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SecurityBrief Australia - Technology news for CISOs & cybersecurity decision-makers Edge Computing Panasonic launches TOUGHBOOK 56 rugged laptop in Australia Remote crews can now tap faster links and on-device AI as Panasonic replaces its TOUGHBOOK 55 with a tougher 56 model from AUD $5,199. By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today Generative AI BrightHR invests AUD $1 million in compliance tool With Fair Work and award queries making up 27% of client calls, BrightHR is betting employers will pay for help

Compatibility and durability Panasonic has retained a modular approach with six modular areas, including expansion packs, battery, RAM and SSD. Most peripherals from the TOUGHBOOK 55 remain compatible with the new machine, which may appeal to customers looking to extend existing accessory investments rather than replace full fleets and docks at once

Processing and AI The TOUGHBOOK 56 also introduces a more advanced neural processing unit than previous models in the range

SOFIAH NICHOLE SALIVIO News Editor Panasonic Australia has launched the TOUGHBOOK 56 rugged laptop, priced from AUD $5,199. The device succeeds the TOUGHBOOK 55 and is aimed at remote workers in defence, field services, utilities and automotive settings, where laptops are used in transit, outdoors, and in environments that expose hardware to dust, moisture and repeated handling

Now in its 19th year, the MSP 501 is one of the better-known rankings in the technology services channel. For Affinity MSP, the placement puts it in the top 14% of providers on the worldwide list

Global benchmark The result comes as managed service providers face growing scrutiny over the resilience of their business models as customers shift more spending towards recurring software, cloud subscriptions and outsourced cyber security services. Rankings such as the MSP 501 aim to measure not only scale, but also the financial stability and consistency of providers operating in that environment

Partner support Pax8 also framed the ranking as a sign of Affinity MSP's standing in the local market and the strength of its operating model. "Congratulations to Nick and the entire Affinity MSP team on this outstanding achievement