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Sysdig extends AI security to AWS AI services for safer tech
Cloud Security

Sysdig extends AI security to AWS AI services for safer tech

Sysdig extends its AI Workload Security to key AWS services, enhancing protection for AI workloads. This initiative aims to address the increased risks associated with the growing adoption of AI technologies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
EG Funds Management pioneers clean energy matching in Sydney
Power / Energy

EG Funds Management pioneers clean energy matching in Sydney

EG Funds Management introduces clean energy matching for five Sydney properties via Matched Energy Supply Agreements, aiming for Real Zero Carbon by 2030.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Commonwealth Bank joins anti-scam network to bolster security
Unified Communications

Commonwealth Bank joins anti-scam network to bolster security

Commonwealth Bank of Australia joins a new anti-scam intelligence network to combat online fraud, in collaboration with AFCX and NASC, enhancing digital security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Accor partners with Stripe to streamline global payments
Customer Experience

Accor partners with Stripe to streamline global payments

Accor partners with Stripe to streamline payments across 5,600 global establishments, enhancing customer experience as Australia's tourism sector rebounds.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
AI adoption among Australian SMEs to surge by 2026, survey finds
Fintech

AI adoption among Australian SMEs to surge by 2026, survey finds

A survey by Small Business Loans Australia reveals 25% of SMEs are using AI, with 60% planning adoption by 2026. NSW leads, while medium-sized businesses show the highest uptake.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Genesys reports $1.5 billion in revenue with 40% growth
Unified Communications

Genesys reports $1.5 billion in revenue with 40% growth

Genesys reports a stellar Q1 FY2025 with annual recurring revenue surpassing USD$1.5 billion, driven by demand for its AI-powered Genesys Cloud platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
More than half of Australian workers distrust AI data
Marketing Technologies

More than half of Australian workers distrust AI data

New Salesforce research reveals that 52% of Australian office workers struggle with AI, reflecting widespread data mistrust and a need for human oversight.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Traceable AI uncovers growing API security issues in finance
Risk & Compliance

Traceable AI uncovers growing API security issues in finance

A report from reveals critical API security flaws plaguing the US financial sector, with 82% of institutions concerned about regulatory compliance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns
Multi-cloud

AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns

A SolarWinds report shows only 43% of IT professionals believe their databases are AI-ready, with data quality and security concerns as major hurdles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Growing divide: Middle managers vs. leaders in Australia
Human Capital Management

Growing divide: Middle managers vs. leaders in Australia

Study reveals a growing rift between middle management and senior leaders amid a cost of living crisis, highlighting increased workloads and declining wellbeing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
State of Engineering Management Report reveals key trends
Partner Programmes

State of Engineering Management Report reveals key trends

Jellyfish's 2024 State of Engineering Management Report reveals engineers now seen as strategic partners, with 90% influencing business strategy.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Celonis named Leader & Star Performer in Everest Group study
Artificial Intelligence

Celonis named Leader & Star Performer in Everest Group study

Celonis has been named a Leader and Star Performer in the Everest Group Process Mining PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024, highlighting its market dominance and continuous innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Workflow automation a top priority for 60 percent of executives
Digital Transformation

Workflow automation a top priority for 60 percent of executives

A new OTRS study reveals 60% of executives now prioritise workflow automation to scale businesses, with a significant rise in global adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Xero unveils AI companion JAX to enhance accounting accuracy
Fintech

Xero unveils AI companion JAX to enhance accounting accuracy

Xero has revealed its AI-powered business companion, Just Ask Xero (JAX), to boost accuracy in accounting tasks, launching a beta in August.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Jon Rowell appointed Head of APAC at Kroll, based in Sydney
Kroll

Jon Rowell appointed Head of APAC at Kroll, based in Sydney

Kroll appoints Jon Rowell as Head of APAC to enhance strategy and growth initiatives from Sydney. Rowell brings 30+ years of global advisory expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
72% of business leaders suffer from analysis paralysis - Could AI be the answer?
Unified Communications

72% of business leaders suffer from analysis paralysis - Could AI be the answer?

A startling 72% of business leaders face analysis paralysis due to data overload. Could AI innovations like predictive analytics and chatbots offer a solution?.

By Insightful • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Stellar launches platform to cut luxury travel booking losses
Cloud Services

Stellar launches platform to cut luxury travel booking losses

Stellar's new platform offers a secondhand market for luxury travel bookings, potentially saving consumers $100 billion annually.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Tech investment can help small businesses stay ahead of impending IR reforms
Risk & Compliance

Tech investment can help small businesses stay ahead of impending IR reforms

With Australia's Closing Loopholes No. 2 Act set to take effect soon, small businesses must adopt tech investments to avert looming compliance challenges and penalties.

By Matt Loop • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks
Firewalls

Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks

Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024