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RapidCanvas secures USD $16 million to advance AI solutions
Generative AI

RapidCanvas secures USD $16 million to advance AI solutions

RapidCanvas has secured USD $16 million in funding to enhance AI solutions, aimed at addressing the global shortage of data scientists and engineers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Pegasystems launches AI-enhanced solution for bank disputes
Generative AI

Pegasystems launches AI-enhanced solution for bank disputes

Pegasystems has launched enhanced generative AI and automation tools in Pega Smart Dispute to help banks manage rising payment dispute volumes efficiently.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Wolters Kluwer unveils new TeamMate+ audit features
Risk & Compliance

Wolters Kluwer unveils new TeamMate+ audit features

Wolters Kluwer has enhanced its TeamMate+ audit platform with Multi-Year Audit Planning and a Business Rules Engine, aiding internal audit teams globally.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
SAP Concur reveals 2025 predictions for T&E management
Digital Transformation

SAP Concur reveals 2025 predictions for T&E management

SAP Concur predicts major shifts in travel and expense management by 2025, highlighting investment in AI, compliance tools, and user experience improvements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills
Artificial Intelligence

FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills

The Future Skills Organisation's 2024 report reveals major shifts in Australia's finance, tech, and business sectors, stressing skills over qualifications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
Disaster Recovery

Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023

The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Firms enforcing office-only work face higher staff turnover
Productivity

Firms enforcing office-only work face higher staff turnover

New research reveals that companies enforcing strict office-only work are facing increased staff turnover, with 67% of recruiters noticing a rise in job searches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
SAP Concur forecasts 2025 trends in travel management tech
Generative AI

SAP Concur forecasts 2025 trends in travel management tech

SAP Concur forecasts a transformative 2025 for travel and expense management, emphasising digital investment and evolving business travel demands.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
2025: The rise of AI agents transforming global business
Artificial Intelligence

2025: The rise of AI agents transforming global business

The year 2025 is set to revolutionise the technology sector, with AI becoming central to transforming productivity and collaboration, experts predict.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Bitcoin surpasses $100,000 amid optimism for Trump's administration
Crypto

Bitcoin surpasses $100,000 amid optimism for Trump's administration

Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, has recently been experiencing significant turbulence, showcasing both drastic declines and remarkable surges in value.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Fintech in 2025: AI & sustainable finance to lead change
Fintech

Fintech in 2025: AI & sustainable finance to lead change

The fintech industry is gearing up for major transformations in 2025, driven by sustainable finance and AI trends, say leaders from Bruc Bond and Stripe ANZ.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Victoria Dimmick appointed CEO to lead Titania's growth
Firewalls

Victoria Dimmick appointed CEO to lead Titania's growth

Titania has appointed Victoria Dimmick as CEO, aiming to enhance its proactive cybersecurity offerings amid rising threats to critical national infrastructure.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone has appointed Stuart Smith as its new Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial activities amid its international expansion efforts.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare
Generative AI

AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare

The Australian Federal Police is trialling artificial intelligence to enhance operations and officer well-being, collaborating with Microsoft to leverage technology responsibly.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence
Human Capital Management

HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence

From 1 January 2025, wage theft will be criminalised in Australia, with penalties up to AUD $7.8 million for companies and up to ten years' imprisonment for individuals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
LambdaTest raises $38 million to enhance QA platform
DevOps

LambdaTest raises $38 million to enhance QA platform

LambdaTest has raised $38 million in funding, led by Avataar Ventures, to enhance its AI-driven QA solutions amid growing demand in software testing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data
Data Analytics

Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data

Itron has partnered with TasWater to implement its Temetra platform, enhancing water meter data collection and boosting efficiency in Tasmania.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
IBM Australia launches podcast on generative AI insights
Generative AI

IBM Australia launches podcast on generative AI insights

IBM Australia has launched a new podcast series, IBM Uncharted: Generative AI Explored, designed to help listeners navigate the complexities of generative AI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
The top cybersecurity predictions for businesses in 2025
Firewalls

The top cybersecurity predictions for businesses in 2025

As cyber threats evolve, businesses must brace for a surge in sophisticated attacks in 2025, leveraging AI and advanced tactics to bypass traditional security.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024