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71% of Australian small businesses view cyber attacks as major risk
Fri, 19th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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martech
Cybersecurity threats are escalating for Australian small businesses, with 71% viewing it as a major risk, says a global study by McAfee and Dell Technologies.
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Generative AI's leap and how 2024 will see a focus on security & ROI
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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cx
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blockchain
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Generative AI looks set to dominate 2024 as enterprises increase their core IT spend on its solutions, with a renewal of basic security measures and drive for ROI amid emergent trends such as smart cloud strategies and digital workplace technologies.
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Asia Pacific businesses lack cyber readiness, reveals Veeam report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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virtualisation
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data protection
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digital transformation
Veeam's 2024 report uncovers a concerning lack of cyber readiness among APJ businesses, with 80% enduring multiple ransomware attacks last year despite increasing data protection budgets.
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eFlow Global reveals expansion plans to strengthen US presence
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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accenture
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financial institutions
Regtech firm eFlow Global announces plans for international expansion, strengthening its position in the US and increasing its already significant client base by 57% in the past year.
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Sarah Martin joins Avec as General Manager, ACT
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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devops
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apm
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software development
Leading IT project delivery company, Avec, appoints seasoned tech executive, Sarah Martin, as General Manager, ACT, enhancing its growth prospects in the region.
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GEN8 announces Generative AI training for knowledge workers
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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physical security
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genai
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data privacy
Australian firm GEN8 has announced the Generative AI Navigator (GAIN) programme, a 3-week course designed to equip knowledge workers with the skills and insight required to navigate the emerging field of generative AI.
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CyberArk names Eduarda Camacho as new Chief Operating Officer
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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saas
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cx
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Australian identity security firm, CyberArk, appoints industry veteran Eduarda Camacho as its new COO, bringing 25+ years of leadership in SaaS and enterprise software.
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Demand for data and analytics expertise at three-year high, according to new SnapLogic report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data privacy
The report showcases a significant demand for expertise, increased reliance on AI and the pivotal role of cybersecurity in data strategies.
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Technology's power: Steering sustainable IT evolution forward
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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power / energy
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cleantech
When considering sustainable IT solutions, we’ve broken down the six steps of transformative actions that could help your organisation reach its goals.
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Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Australia's Kinetic IT lands a $23 million three-year contract with the Federal Department of Infrastructure, set to support nationwide digital transformation with new tech services.
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Tata Consultancy Services ranked second most valuable IT brand in global list
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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ai
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sustainability
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) ranks as the second most valuable IT brand with a steep 11.5% year-on-year growth, raising its worth to $19.2bn.
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Multinationals bracing for impact as OECD's BEPS Initiative rolls out
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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software development
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tax
Multinationals face a major shift with OECD's BEPS rules, with over 77% unprepared for the upcoming tax changes.
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Accruent to acquire RedEye boosting cloud-enabled productivity solutions
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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saas
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document management
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ecm
Accruent set to acquire Australian specialist RedEye to fortify cloud capabilities and optimise business productivity, offering customers broader engineering document management solutions.
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Financial services warm to observability for enhanced customer experiences
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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apm
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risk & compliance
Financial services and insurance sectors enhance client experiences with observability, according to New Relic's report, as they modernise tech stacks amidst rising multi-cloud, AI, security, and customer-management demands.
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Cyber attacks on financial services sector surge in 2023
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Cyber attacks on financial services surge in 2023 with a 137% rise in vendor email compromise attacks, posing serious financial risks.
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Scrumconnect Consulting unveils new Newcastle office
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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smart home
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public sector
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investment
Scrumconnect Consulting unveils a new office in Newcastle's Portland House, furthering its commitment to government transformations.
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CEOs fear AI & climate change could sink firms – report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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pwc
Global CEOs voice rising concern over long-term corporate sustainability, citing advancements in AI and climate disruption, as per PwC survey.
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Australia sees promising future in generative AI – GitHub
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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apm
GitHub predicts a strategic shift in 2024 leveraging generative AI in Australian businesses following a 231% surge in public AI projects in 2023.
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Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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edutech
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power / energy
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healthtech
Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.
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Streamlining revenue management: Key to success in 2024
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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crm
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martech
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commerce systems
With the economic outlook a little less bleak than it was 12 months ago, now is an opportune time to optimise your revenue management processes.