New partnership to strengthen protective security for Defence. 06/08/2026 South Australia is bringing together industry, research and Defence expertise to develop a concept demonstrator that will show how technology, policy, organisational practices and human-centred design can work together to enhance protective security across Defence and critical infrastructure. Funded through the Defence Innovation Partnership's Collaborative Research Fund, the project Accelerating Protective Security Capability for Defence and Critical Infrastructure Industries is led by the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre (Aus3C). The project has received $270,000 through the Fund, with partner in-kind contributions bringing the total project value to nearly $800,000. The collaboration brings together Aus3C, Adelaide University, Flinders University, Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG), DTEX Systems, Fivecast, Willyama and Deloitte to explore new approaches to protective security resilience in increasingly complex operating environments. Over 12 months, the project will explore how organisations can better prepare for future protective security challenges. The consortium will identify future capability needs, develop and test protective security concepts, and produce Protective Security Capability Roadmaps that help organisations prioritise near-term uplift activities while building the foundations for longer-term resilience. Defence Innovation Partnership Director Sumen Rai said the project highlights the value of collaboration in addressing emerging national security challenges. "Protective security is becoming increasingly important as organisations navigate a more complex threat environment spanning cyber security, information security and workforce resilience," Rai said. "This project brings together leading expertise from industry, research and Defence to develop practical, defence-relevant outcomes that can strengthen resilience across Defence and critical infrastructure sectors. Importantly, it will help build sovereign capability in South Australia while creating knowledge and insights that can be shared more broadly across Australia's defence and security ecosystem," she said. The work complements South Australia's existing defence and innovation capabilities, including the state's Innovation Places Framework, Lot Fourteen, the Australian Defence Training Academy and Defence SA's cybersecurity uplift program for defence industry. Aus3C Chief Executive Officer Guy Roberts said the project reflected the growing recognition that resilience can only be achieved through collaboration. "Future security challenges do not respect organisational boundaries. Building resilient ecosystems requires industry, universities, government agencies and Defence stakeholders to work together to understand emerging risks and develop practical, scalable solutions," Roberts said. "South Australia has a unique concentration of expertise across defence, research, critical technologies and cyber security. This project brings those capabilities together to help inform the next generation of protective security approaches." The project is expected to deliver practical tools, frameworks and insights that will help strengthen protective security capability across Australia's defence and critical infrastructure sectors. The Defence Innovation Partnership is a collaborative initiative of Defence SA, Defence Science and Technology Group, Flinders University and Adelaide University supporting defence-relevant research, development and innovation.

Join Fivecast at atap's Threat Management Conference 11th aug, 2026 - 14 aug, 2026. Fivecast is proud to attend the 34th Annual Threat Management Conference (TMC), hosted by the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) and the Los Angeles Police Department Threat Management Unit. As one of the leading events dedicated to the prevention of targeted violence, TMC brings together experts from law enforcement, corporate security, behavioral science, executive protection, education, and public safety to address the evolving threat landscape. Join its onsite team in Anaheim to discover how investigators and analysts leverage Fivecast to move fast, uncover critical intelligence and support confident decisions in today's increasingly complex threat landscape. Schedule some time with its onsite team to see how Fivecast can: * Rapidly identify and assess online threats across diverse digital sources * Transform fragmented data into clear, actionable intelligence * Support threat assessment workflows with scalable, AI-powered capabilities * Connect individuals, behaviors and networks to uncover hidden risks Join Fivecast for: Custom Demos Expert Insights Real Results About threat management conference. Organized by Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP), the Threat Management Conference brings together experts and practitioners focused on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, addressing issues including mass attacks, workplace violence, school and campus incidents, domestic violence, and threats to public figures. About Fivecast. Fivecast delivers intelligence solutions built for clarity, powered by AI, and trusted to surface what matters. Engineered to solve complex intelligence challenges, its platform cuts through digital noise to help those protecting nations, borders, businesses, and communities uncover critical insights, before risk becomes a reality. Trusted by agencies and enterprises across national security, law enforcement, defense, corporate security and financial crime, Fivecast was born from collaboration between government and research institutions. Headquartered in Australia with a global footprint, Fivecast Group support the world's most critical missions. Fivecast. Engineered for Intelligence.

Internet Intelligence and Investigations 2026 30th jun, 2026 - 1 jul, 2026. Fivecast exhibiting at III 2026 | Internet Intelligence and Investigations Conference. Fivecast will be exhibiting at the Internet Intelligence and Investigations Conference (III 2026), one of the UK's leading events for open-source intelligence (OSINT), digital investigations, and law enforcement professionals. Taking place from 30 June to 1 July 2026 at the Leonardo Hotel Hinckley Island, the conference provides an opportunity for professionals to share insights, explore new techniques, and strengthen investigative capabilities. A key UK OSINT and digital investigations conference. The Internet Intelligence and Investigations Conference brings together investigators, analysts, and digital intelligence specialists to explore how open-source intelligence is applied in real-world investigations. The event focuses on: * Practical applications of OSINT in law enforcement and national security * Evolving approaches to analysing online data and digital evidence * Real-world case studies, tradecraft, and investigative techniques Professionals working across policing, government, corporate security, and financial crime attend to share insight, learn from operational experience, and strengthen investigative capability. Visit Fivecast at Stand 5. Fivecast will be exhibiting at Stand 5 across the two-day conference. If you are attending III 2026, Fivecast Group welcome you to stop by and connect with the team. Fivecast Group is always interested in understanding the challenges organisations face when working with large volumes of online data, and how investigative workflows are evolving. Fivecast Group'll be available to discuss how teams are: * Collecting and analysing open-source intelligence at scale * Managing complex digital investigations more efficiently * Turning online data into actionable intelligence Supporting the 'Unsung Hero' Award. Fivecast is proud to sponsor the'Unsung Hero' Award, recognising individuals whose work plays a critical role behind the scenes. The award forms part of the conference's annual recognition programme, celebrating the contributions of professionals across the Internet Intelligence and Investigations community and highlighting the impact of those who enable successful operational outcomes. Supporting the OSINT and investigations community. Events like III 2026 play an important role in bringing together the UK and wider intelligence community, creating space for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development. With open-source intelligence now central to modern investigations, the conference provides a valuable forum to explore new ideas, challenge existing approaches, and learn from real-world experience. See you at III 2026. If you're attending the Internet Intelligence and Investigations Conference 2026, Fivecast Group'd love to connect. Visit Fivecast Group at Stand 5, or reach out in advance to arrange time with the team during the event. About Fivecast. Fivecast delivers intelligence solutions built for clarity, powered by AI, and trusted to surface what matters. Engineered to solve complex intelligence challenges, its platform cuts through digital noise to help those protecting nations, borders, businesses, and communities uncover critical insights, before risk becomes a reality. Trusted by agencies and enterprises across national security, law enforcement, defense, corporate security and financial crime, Fivecast was born from collaboration between government and research institutions. Headquartered in Australia with a global footprint, Fivecast Group support the world's most critical missions. Fivecast. Engineered for Intelligence.