Broadband News
Tue, 27th Sep 2022
Optus offering free credit monitoring to "most affected" customers
Some Optus customers impacted by the breach will get free credit monitoring.
Source: WhistleOut
Cold feet? Optus attacker changes tack, says all data deleted
The attacker who allegedly breached the networks of Optus appears to have developed cold feet, posting a note saying that he/she has deleted all the data that was exfiltrated.
Source: iTWire
Mon, 26th Sep 2022
Optus notifies customers about data breach impact
Telecommunications company Optus contacted its customers over the weekend that it notified them of the impact of the previous cyberattack last week that may have compromised their personal details.
Source: iTWire
Optus attacker exposes data of 10k, threatens to reveal more
The individual who claims to have breached Optus has released 10,000 address records and says a similar number will be made public each day for the next four days.
Source: iTWire
Optus faces potential class action over data breach
Law firm Slater and Gordon is investigating a potential class action case against Optus for its data breach that could affect up to 9.8 million current and former customers in the “worst case scenario”.
Source: ARN
Superloop to acquire VostroNet for $35m
Superloop is set to acquire fibre and wi-fi network provider VostroNet, in a cash-and-shares deal worth $35 million.
Source: iTnews Australia
Data breach puts heat on new Optus infosec team
Optus’ massive data breach is providing a live test of a structure the carrier put in place last year in preparation for critical infrastructure laws.
Source: iTnews Australia
Sun, 25th Sep 2022
Optus suffers massive data breach putting millions at risk
Telecommunications company Optus has informed the public that its current and former data was accessed following a cyberattack on its systems, and sensitive information such as dates of birth, email addresses, and passport numbers may have been impacted in the security incident.
Source: iTWire
Sat, 24th Sep 2022
Optus $US1 million ransom threat investigated
The hackers claim to have personal information on millions of Australians, although the authenticity of their assertion has not been established.
Source: SMH
Second lot of Optus data advertised for sale on Web forum
A second lot of data claimed to be from Optus has been advertised for sale on a Web forum, with 100 sample records being linked to as proof that it is genuine.
Source: iTWire
Fri, 23rd Sep 2022
TPG Telecom revamps wholesale broadband arm to Vision Network
TPG Telecom's wholesale broadband arm has re-launched as Vision Network with ambitions to supply “superfast” broadband services to more than 400,000 residential customers across Australia.
Source: ARN
TPG Telecom's wholesale arm renamed Vision Network
TPG Telecom has renamed its now functionally-separated wholesale arm from FTTB Wholesale to Vision Network.
Source: iTnews Australia
Optus CEO says attack may have been launched from Europe
Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has public apologised for a cyber incident that has resulted in an extensive breach of sensitive customer data.
Source: iTnews Australia
Optus data breach faces criminal investigation
Optus has confirmed its recent data breach is subject to a “criminal investigation”, with up to 9.8 million customers affected in the worst-case scenario.
Source: ARN
Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
Optus attack exposes customer information
Optus has suffered a cyber attack and data breach involving the details of potentially millions of customers, with “a subset” having their identity documentation exposed.
Source: iTnews Australia
Wed, 21st Sep 2022
Westpac works with Optus, 'other telcos' to target call spoofing
Westpac is working with Optus and “other telco partners” to prevent scammers from using call spoofing to impersonate the bank.
Source: iTnews Australia
Wed, 14th Sep 2022
ACCC hopes for telco regulatory reform
The ACCC hopes this year’s change of government will set the stage for a review of telecommunications industry regulation.
Source: iTnews Australia
Tue, 13th Sep 2022
NBN Co's latest price plan picked apart by industry
NBN Co has come under industry pressure to improve its minimum commitments to service quality and to be more transparent about its network performance.
Source: iTnews Australia
Mon, 12th Sep 2022
TPG says regional competition impossible without Telstra deal
TPG Telecom's CEO Iñaki Berroeta said the carrier lacks the resources to become a national competitor in the mobile market in its own right, in the event it can’t cut a deal with either Telstra or Optus.
Source: iTnews Australia
EU to consult on making Big Tech contribute to telco network costs
The European Union's executive body will launch a consultation early next year on whether tech giants should bear some of the costs of Europe's telecoms network, EU industry chief Thierry Breton said on Friday.
Source: iTnews Australia
Fri, 09th Sep 2022
The iPhone 14 family all got more expensive
Apple just revealed four new iPhones: iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
Source: WhistleOut
Vocus kicks off connectivity for new Allianz Stadium
Vocus has been brought in to supply internet connectivity for Sydney's new $828 million Allianz Stadium, providing speeds up to 5Gbps for upwards of 50,000 guests.
Source: ARN
Thu, 08th Sep 2022
Vocus ready for Project Highclere cable lay
Vocus is ready to start laying a submarine cable that will connect two existing cable systems, the North West Cable System (NWCS) and the Australia-Singapore Cable (ASC).
Source: iTnews Australia
Tue, 06th Sep 2022
Software error sees Aussie Broadband fined $213K for IPND breach
Errors in its reporting software has seen Aussie Broadband slapped with a $213,120 fine after the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) found it failed to load customer information onto the IPND, breaching rules.
Source: ARN
Mon, 05th Sep 2022
NBN Co looks to build a digital twin
NBN Co has given a strong indication that it intends to build a digital twin of its network, with two people being hired specifically for the effort.
Source: iTnews Australia
Thu, 01st Sep 2022
Australia's internet exchanges begin backbone ramp-up
The Internet Association of Australia has embarked on what will eventually be a national program of upgrading its IX Australia core networks, rolling out 400Gbps switches in its NSW-IX internet exchange point.
Source: iTnews Australia
Wed, 31st Aug 2022
Optus activates three towers in Queensland
Telecommunications company Optus has installed and switched three new towers in Mackay City West, Homebush, and Dolphin Heads, delivering enhanced mobile coverage and 5G capabilities in the Queensland region.
Source: iTWire
NBN Co's Brad Whitcomb to head to Telstra
NBN Co’s chief customer officer Brad Whitcomb is set to shift to Telstra after almost eight-and-a-half years with the government-backed network operator.
Source: iTnews Australia
Tue, 30th Aug 2022
Telstra confirms national issues for "some" business customers
Telstra said it has resolved issues that left “some” business-oriented NBN and digital office technology (DOT) connections not working nationally.
Source: iTnews Australia
Optus launches Network Pulse
Optus has launched its latest Living Network innovation - Network Pulse - which it says provides a new interactive feature that empowers customers to visualise and understand their own experience on the Optus mobile network or their home or public WiFi at all times.
Source: iTWire