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Dell foresees USD $110 billion APJ AI investment by 2028
Unified Communications

Dell foresees USD $110 billion APJ AI investment by 2028

Dell Technologies forecasts a technological shift in AI and human-computer interaction at its Predictions 2025 briefing, predicting USD $110 billion investment by 2028.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Atturra to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9m plus earn-outs
Digital Transformation

Atturra to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9m plus earn-outs

Atturra plans to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9 million, boosting its ERP solutions in the manufacturing sector across Australia and New Zealand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Diligent enhances platform with AI & Google Drive tools
Artificial Intelligence

Diligent enhances platform with AI & Google Drive tools

Diligent has unveiled enhancements to its One Platform, introducing AI Smart Prep and Google Drive integration to boost board efficiency and meeting preparation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024
EduTech

CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024

The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Optus & NICE upgrade Great Southern Bank call centres
Unified Communications

Optus & NICE upgrade Great Southern Bank call centres

Optus and NICE have launched a new contact centre system at Great Southern Bank, cutting customer wait times to just 30 seconds for 80% of calls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets
Crypto

Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets

Bitcoin has shattered the USD $100,000 barrier, reaching a market capitalisation of USD $2.03 trillion and joining the ranks of the world's top assets.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
LearnUpon appoints Fiona Sweeney as APAC Director
EduTech

LearnUpon appoints Fiona Sweeney as APAC Director

LearnUpon has appointed Fiona Sweeney as the new Director for the Asia-Pacific region, underscoring its commitment to enhancing market presence in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Cloudera forecasts tech trends shaping 2025 industry landscape
Data Protection

Cloudera forecasts tech trends shaping 2025 industry landscape

As 2025 approaches, Cloudera predicts a surge in on-premise investments and the rise of quantum computing and AI, reshaping the tech landscape.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms
Risk & Compliance

New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms

A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Newgen partners with BankVic to enhance digital banking
Digital Transformation

Newgen partners with BankVic to enhance digital banking

Newgen Software has teamed up with BankVic to elevate digital banking experiences, implementing the NewgenONE platform to enhance operational efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Unlocking the true potential of generative AI: Lessons from 2024
Data Analytics

Unlocking the true potential of generative AI: Lessons from 2024

As 2024 concludes, the transformative potential of generative AI is evident, yet challenges in scaling and integration persist for ANZ businesses.

By Saurabh Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
HPE honours top partners at awards ceremony in Sydney
Unified Communications

HPE honours top partners at awards ceremony in Sydney

HPE celebrated its top Australian partners at an awards ceremony in Sydney, recognising their pivotal roles in advancing technology amid challenging times.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth
Fintech

Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth

Zendesk has appointed Mitch Young as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, tasked with driving the company's growth in key markets like Australia and India.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Gallagher Security expands Australian team with new hires
Risk & Compliance

Gallagher Security expands Australian team with new hires

Gallagher Security has announced new appointments to its Australian Sales Team, highlighting growth as it welcomes key talents across the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Honeywell to enhance Melton Hospital's energy efficiency
Power / Energy

Honeywell to enhance Melton Hospital's energy efficiency

Melton Hospital in Melbourne partners with Honeywell to enhance energy efficiency through a 25-year building automation agreement, supporting Victoria's net zero goals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats
Semiconductors

Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats

Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.

By Gareth Cox • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Australian SMEs tackle skill shortages with new strategies
Human Capital Management

Australian SMEs tackle skill shortages with new strategies

A new report reveals that 65% of Australian small business owners are struggling with skill shortages, while 25% have not recovered from COVID-19 impacts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams
Generative AI

Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams

Sage has launched Sage Copilot in the UK and US, enhancing its Intacct platform to aid finance teams with efficient budget variance analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Australian retail growth modest as sector faces challenges
Customer Experience

Australian retail growth modest as sector faces challenges

Retail turnover in Australia grows by 0.6% to $36.7 billion in October, but challenges persist as consumers prioritise essential over discretionary spending.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024