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Pure Storage provides glimpse of the future of data storage management
Storage

Pure Storage provides glimpse of the future of data storage management

Mark Jobbins has discussed revolutionary data management and AI innovations, emphasising sustainability and simplified solutions ahead of major announcements.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
ITP partners with TaxTank for digital-first tax management
Unified Communications

ITP partners with TaxTank for digital-first tax management

ITP Accounting Professionals partners with TaxTank to deliver seamless, real-time tax management for 300,000 clients ahead of EOFY, enhancing compliance and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Ivalua unveils new tool for external workforce management
DevOps

Ivalua unveils new tool for external workforce management

Ivalua has launched its External Workforce Management solution, designed to streamline the management of external talent and costs within its Source-to-Pay platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
BioCatch report underscores evolving fraud landscape in APAC
Endpoint Protection

BioCatch report underscores evolving fraud landscape in APAC

BioCatch's latest report reveals a dramatic shift in the APAC fraud landscape, with 70% of scams now stemming from mobile apps, highlighting new vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
GitLab report: Australia leads in AI but faces security fears
Data Protection

GitLab report: Australia leads in AI but faces security fears

GitLab's latest Global DevSecOps Report reveals that Australia leads in AI use in software development, but faces challenges in security and productivity measurement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Chargebee appoints new leaders as market reaches USD $1.5 trillion
Marketing Technologies

Chargebee appoints new leaders as market reaches USD $1.5 trillion

Chargebee has named Brian Clark as President of Go-to-Market and Andrew Sherwood as SVP of Global Sales, aiming to capitalise on the booming USD $1.5 trillion subscription economy.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report
Malware

BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report

BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Australians favour digital apps for overseas remittances
Marketing Technologies

Australians favour digital apps for overseas remittances

Visa's new report reveals that 67% of Australians prefer digital apps for overseas remittances, driven by occasions, unexpected needs, and humanitarian aid.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts
Digital Transformation

How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts

Midmarket firms can maximise AI success by adopting strategic approaches, mitigating risks, and leveraging expert partnerships to ensure effective and secure implementation.

By Grant Wild • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Neustark raises $69 million to expand carbon removal efforts
Clean technologies

Neustark raises $69 million to expand carbon removal efforts

Swiss carbon removal firm neustark has secured $69 million from Decarbonization Partners and Blume Equity to scale up operations across the globe.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Microsoft privacy concerns calls for greater emphasis on security measures
Data Protection

Microsoft privacy concerns calls for greater emphasis on security measures

Privacy concerns around Microsoft's new Recall feature lead experts to advise businesses on protective measures, including policy updates and advanced IT solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Australian firms CSO Group & xAmplify to merge in 2024
Supply Chain

Australian firms CSO Group & xAmplify to merge in 2024

Australian cyber security firm CSO Group and automation specialist xAmplify plan to merge in 2024, creating the nation's largest AI and cyber security service provider.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
New Relic uses AI observability with NVIDIA NIM integration
AI Security

New Relic uses AI observability with NVIDIA NIM integration

New Relic integrates NVIDIA NIM inference microservices, bringing AI observability to its platform.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Directo launches AUD$3 million capital raise to boost growth
Customer Relationship Management

Directo launches AUD$3 million capital raise to boost growth

Melbourne-based Directo has launched a $3 million capital raise to boost its growth, having onboarded 54% of Australian pharmacies and doubled its revenue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season
Ransomware

Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season

As Australia's EOFY approaches, businesses and individuals rush to complete tax tasks, opening the door for heightened cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption
Fintech

Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption

The fourth edition of FinTech Australia's Open Banking Ecosystem Map shows a 165% rise in Consumer Data Right adoption, supported by Mastercard.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables
Power / Energy

UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables

A new study by Solar Together reveals that 90% of UK energy consumers are urging the Government to provide more incentives for renewable energy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
CFOs strengthen role in IT budget decisions amidst rising costs
Data Analytics

CFOs strengthen role in IT budget decisions amidst rising costs

CFOs now play a key role in tech decisions as IT costs surge, with 72% setting budget levels and 41% making crucial tech choices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Survey reveals key challenges for SMEs in Australia & NZ
Recruitment

Survey reveals key challenges for SMEs in Australia & NZ

A Pin Payments survey reveals Australian SMEs are most concerned about cybercrime, while New Zealand SMEs struggle with late payments, economic hardships hitting both.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024