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Samsara Eco secures AUD $100M to expand plastic recycling
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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recycling
Samsara Eco, an Australian enviro-tech firm, has raised AUD $100M in Series A+ funding, led by Temasek and Main Sequence, to scale its plastic recycling capabilities.
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AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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it training
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hcm
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Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.
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Australian firms face $24 million yearly hit from IT outages
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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collaboration
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investment
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censuswide
Digital incidents have surged by 41% in Australia. PagerDuty's research reveals gaps in automation aggravate financial and operational pressures.
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Getting the balance right between business innovation, security and AI
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
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email security
The rise of GenAI in business innovation, via tools like Microsoft Copilot, comes with an alarming spike in AI-powered cyberattacks, pushing security to its limits.
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Exclusive: Smartsheet's VP talks all things AI and expansion
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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genai
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hybrid & remote work
Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.
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Harness unveils new AI features for cloud cost optimisation
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Harness reveals three new AI-powered features—Cloud Asset Governance, Commitment Orchestrator, and Cluster Orchestrator.
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Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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crm
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it training
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encryption
Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.
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Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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malware
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ddos
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devops
The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.
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Amber Technology appoints Garrick Simeon as new media GM
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud services
Amber Technology appoints Garrick Simeon as new GM for media systems, aiming to enhance integration and meet growing project and client demands.
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Data streaming essential for 94% of Australian IT leaders
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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genai
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cybersecurity
A Confluent report finds 94% of Australian IT leaders view data streaming platforms as essential, with many seeing ROI benefits and future importance in AI and ML applications.
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Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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virtualisation
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breach prevention
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open source
A new report finds 85% of container developers experienced cyber incidents related to containers or Kubernetes within the last year.
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Red Rain unveils major updates to RedView CRM for law firms
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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crm
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martech
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cdp
Red Rain's RedView CRM gets a major upgrade, offering new features to boost efficiency and insights for law firms. CEO Stephen Butler highlights unparalleled value.
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Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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it training
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hcm
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cloud services
Flexible work methods and global hires are key to Australian business growth, yet implementation remains limited, finds Rippling. Firms eye UK and US markets.
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Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Some 76% of firms bolstered cyber defences to secure insurance, though many remain unclear on coverage specifics amid rising attack recovery costs.
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NRN secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding round
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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dei
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power / energy
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cleantech
The National Renewable Network secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by Investible to expand solar and battery installations across Australian homes.
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Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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it training
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cloud security
Fortinet's latest report reveals a global cybersecurity skills shortage, with 90% of organisations facing breaches, emphasising urgent needs for training and resources.
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Over half of organisations now have dedicated AI boards - Gartner
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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genai
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strategy
A Gartner poll reveals that 55% of organisations have adopted an AI board, with 54% appointing an AI leader, yet only a minority hold CAIO titles.
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Excite Technology Services reports productive June 2024 quarter
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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it training
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Excite Technology Services reported a strong June 2024 quarter with an additional AUD $989K in annual contract value, bolstering its growth and market position.
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ET Browne boosts profits & efficiency with SYSPRO ERP upgrade
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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it in manufacturing
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supply chain & logistics
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erp
ET Browne, makers of Palmer's Cocoa Butter, report 113% profit rise with SYSPRO ERP upgrade, achieving 7% revenue growth and 22% inventory reduction.
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Seeing Machines & Caterpillar sign USD $16.5 million technology deal
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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physical security
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intellectual property
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seeing machines
Seeing Machines inks a 5-year deal with Caterpillar, securing a USD $16.5 million payment to bolster cash reserves and advance transport safety tech.