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Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups
Firewalls

Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups

Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance security for hybrid cloud environments, bridging network and application protection.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Snowflake unveils Cortex Agents for data integration ease
Marketing Technologies

Snowflake unveils Cortex Agents for data integration ease

Snowflake has launched Cortex Agents, a service designed to streamline the integration of structured and unstructured data for enterprises, enhancing productivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Crypto ETF growth & memecoin boom in early 2025
Crypto

Crypto ETF growth & memecoin boom in early 2025

The rise of Bitcoin ETFs marks a pivotal moment in the crypto market, with January's total capitalisation soaring to USD $3.76 trillion, says Binance Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Mark O'Donnell joins Discovery for SAP tech expansion
Customer Experience

Mark O'Donnell joins Discovery for SAP tech expansion

Discovery Consulting has appointed Mark O'Donnell to lead its expansion into SAP technology, enhancing its Qualtrics employee experience offerings.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost
Unified Communications

Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost

Schneider Electric has partnered with Nozomi Networks to enhance global managed security services, focusing on critical sectors such as energy and water.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Workday unveils platform to manage AI in digital workforces
Digital Transformation

Workday unveils platform to manage AI in digital workforces

Workday has unveiled the Agent System of Record, a platform to help organisations manage AI agents more effectively, enhancing security and compliance.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
FranConnect launches AI suite for Australian franchises
Generative AI

FranConnect launches AI suite for Australian franchises

FranConnect has launched its AI suite, Frannie AI, in Australia, enabling franchises to streamline sales and operations with advanced insights and automation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Wild Tech appoints Dan Whittle to lead AI services growth
Digital Transformation

Wild Tech appoints Dan Whittle to lead AI services growth

Wild Tech has appointed Dan Whittle as General Manager of Managed Services, aiming to enhance its AI-driven technology solutions and business expansion.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
EduTech

Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance

A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
AI revolutionises customer service in Australia by 2025
Customer Experience

AI revolutionises customer service in Australia by 2025

Zendesk's report reveals that 57% of Australian consumers prefer AI interactions with human traits, signalling a major shift in customer service expectations driven by technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Cricket Australia unveils AI feature for live match insights
Marketing Technologies

Cricket Australia unveils AI feature for live match insights

Cricket Australia has introduced an AI-powered feature in its Live app, enhancing real-time match insights for fans during the Women's Ashes at the MCG.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Why physical security for data centres differs from other facilities
Data Protection

Why physical security for data centres differs from other facilities

In an era dominated by data, the unique security needs of data centres demand specialised measures to protect invaluable assets and sensitive information.

By Nick Koletsis • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation
Ransomware

How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation

As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.

By Jason Whyte • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
The AI advantage: What's real; what's right and what's risky for law firms today?
Digital Transformation

The AI advantage: What's real; what's right and what's risky for law firms today?

As law firms race to adopt AI technologies, understanding their implications and the risks is crucial to ensure that speed doesn't compromise compliance.

By Jamie Ng • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density
Smart Cities

Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density

As Australia's urban centres grapple with rising density and parking challenges, innovative solutions from SenSen aim to enhance efficiency and curb congestion.

By Nathan Rogers • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations
Robotics

From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations

Manufacturers worldwide are embracing autonomous operations, leveraging AI and robotics to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and workforce capabilities.

By Scott Wooldridge • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Australians urged to beware AI romance scams' deception
Valentine's Day

Australians urged to beware AI romance scams' deception

As Valentine's Day approaches, experts warn Australians to remain cautious of AI-assisted romance scams, causing significant loss, with AUD $35 million reported in 2023.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Dan Whittle to lead Wild Tech's managed services revamp
Data Analytics

Dan Whittle to lead Wild Tech's managed services revamp

Dan Whittle is appointed General Manager of Managed Services at Wild Tech, steering the company towards advanced technology solutions and AI integration.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Australian firms to overhaul backup strategies by 2025
Software-as-a-Service

Australian firms to overhaul backup strategies by 2025

A new report reveals over half of Australian businesses plan to change their backup solutions by 2025, facing challenges in cost and recovery confidence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025