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Company Interview / the last call: cyber security, dot-com deja vu and the spirit of giving

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the last call: cyber security, dot-com deja vu and the spirit of giving

Company Interview12 Dec, 2025

Australia faces a crucial period in operational technology (OT) security, according to Kevin Isaac from Nozomi Networks. Isaac sees growing risks from the increasing connectivity of physical infrastructure, such as power stations, railways, data centres, and airports.

Swift TV (ASX:SW1) has secured a significant contract with five leading aged care providers, marking what managing director Brian Mangano calls a major step forward for the company.

Judith Fiander of Australian Philanthropic Services highlights that Australia experiences strong growth in philanthropic impact, particularly around festive seasons such as Christmas and the end of the financial year in June.

Australian property prices reached record highs in 2025, with affordability remaining a key challenge for buyers. Dr Joel Bowman from Domain states that three interest rate cuts by the RBA during the year have helped ease mortgage pressures and lifted borrowing power, supporting overall market confidence.

Artificial intelligence is facing heightened hype, reminiscent of the dotcom era, according to Angus Sippe of Human Financial. Sippe highlights the similarities and cautions that while AI could transform daily life over the next decade, the immediate returns aren’t aligning with the massive capital expenditure currently being observed.

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