Insights

The public sector has historically always been a prime target for cyber-attacks, and over the past few years we have seen an escalation in both the number and severity of attacks, threats, and malicious actors targeting the industry.

Cyber-attacks are increasing in sophistication and magnitude of impact across all industries globally. According to a recent report issued by the U.S. Security Exchange Commission (SEC) the average cost of a cyber data breach is USD$7.5 million and is continually increasing in value year on year. 

BDO’s quarterly Healthcare M&A Highlights provides a snapshot of mergers and acquisitions in Australasia, with a specific focus on Australia.

Each quarter we analyse global mid-market deal activity across a number of major regions and selected sectors around the world.

BDO's quarterly Retail M&A Highlights provides a snapshot of mergers and acquisitions in Australiasia for the quarter.

With technology set to grow significantly over the next 5-10 years in the legal sector, the need for action by Australian law firms is becoming crucial.

BDO’s quarterly Technology M&A Highlights provides a targeted snapshot of M&A activity in the Asia region, with a detailed focus on Australia.

The Q3 2018 BDO Cyber Security Insights Report discusses recent cyber security activities.