What we know today, Thursday February 10

Professional services firm PwC Australia has committed to employing an additional 1700 people in South Australia following the opening of a new Skilled Services Hub in Rundle Mall.

More spies in Australia now than during Cold War: ASIO

A foreign intelligence service sent a “sleeper” agent to Australia, who provided logistical support for visiting spies, the head of ASIO has revealed in a speech pledging to intensify the fight against the threat posed by espionage and foreign interference.

ASIO says it's being stretched by counter-terrorism and espionage investigations. Photo: AAP/Victoria Police

ASIO can't keep up with terror, espionage spying demands

Australia’s domestic intelligence agency is struggling to meet demand for advice on spying and foreign interference.

Foreign interference in Australia "unprecedented", warns ASIO

The country’s top intelligence chief has warned that foreign interference against Australia is occurring on an unprecedented scale.

"Stick to the facts": ASIO boss explains refugee-terror comments

Australia’s domestic intelligence chief has sought to clarify his statement debunking a link between refugees and terrorism.

No link between refugees and terrorism: ASIO boss

Australia’s intelligence chief says there is no link between refugees and terrorism in Australia.