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Lessons in improving cyber defences for Australian organisations
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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devops
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apm
Australian firms must enhance cyber defences by integrating technology with skilled personnel and robust processes, amid rising AI-driven threats, reports Logicalis.
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iManage launches new AI-powered services to boost productivity
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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cx
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martech
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it automation
iManage unveils AI-powered tools including iManage AI Enrichment and iManage Mailbox Assistant, aiming to elevate productivity and streamline knowledge management.
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AI-driven cyber threats dominate new Palo Alto Networks report
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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uc
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firewalls
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Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.
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Employment Hero unveils SmartMatch for real-time payroll data
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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job seekers
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salaries
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australian bureau of statistics
Employment Hero launches SmartMatch, a tool offering real-time insights into salaries and job trends. Powered by live payroll data, it promises unmatched transparency for employers and job seekers alike.
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Thales report reveals critical security gaps in infrastructure
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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saas
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uc
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ransomware
Thales' 2024 report reveals critical infrastructure sectors face escalating ransomware threats, citing inadequate formal planning; 24% report recent attacks.
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Time-matching renewables gain interest among Australian firms
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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nem
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unsw
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net zero
A recent report reveals a surge in time-matching tech, aligning renewables with hourly electricity demand. This innovation aids Australian firms in significant carbon emission cuts, promoting a shift from Net Zero to True Zero.
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Travel survey reveals struggle for flexibility, costs, & safety
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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data privacy
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cleantech
Business travel faces new hurdles as SAP Concur's survey reveals costs, flexibility, and safety concerns impacting 3,750 travellers and 600 managers worldwide.
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BillingPlatform named Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant 2024
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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analyst report
BillingPlatform has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Recurring Billing Applications, securing the top spot for Ability to Execute.
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How can retailers take control of their cash flow as peak season approaches?
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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martech
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supply chain & logistics
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omnichannel
Retailers can take control of their cash flow this peak season through strategic inventory management, cost-cutting, and leveraging technology for long-term success.
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StorMagic appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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saas
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converged infrastructure
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it automation
StorMagic appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer to spearhead enterprise sales amidst its SvHCI market launch. Odle to develop key strategies.
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Shai Morag appointed Tenable's new chief product officer
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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cloud security
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breach prevention
Tenable has named Shai Morag as chief product officer to accelerate its cloud-first strategy. Morag, who joined via Ermetic's acquisition, brings extensive cybersecurity expertise.
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Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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cybercriminals
Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
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How AI is shaping the future of enterprise productivity
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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data analytics
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ai
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autonomous systems
AI is revolutionising enterprise productivity by automating tasks and enabling innovation, but success hinges on effective data management, workforce readiness, and ethical deployment.
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What procurement can teach us about GenAI
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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document management
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ecm
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martech
As Generative AI (GenAI) struggles to prove business value, procurement emerges as a surprising leader in demonstrating its true potential by enhancing user experiences.
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Stripe introduces Adaptive Pricing to aid international sales
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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payment technologies
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ecommerce
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stripe
Stripe's new Adaptive Pricing allows businesses in the Asia Pacific region to display prices in local currencies, aiming to boost international sales and resolve cross-border transaction issues.
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Syfe secures USD $27 million in equity funding to boost growth
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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unbound
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syfe
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banking
Syfe secures USD $27 million in latest funding round, bringing total to USD $79 million, despite Asia's lowest investment levels since 2015.
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Australia's superannuation funds fortified against cyber threats
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
As Australia's superannuation assets reach $3.3 trillion, cybercriminals increasingly target these lucrative funds. Transmit Security and Wrkr partner to defend super funds.
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Australian retailers hit by surge in fraud amid cost crisis
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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cx
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martech
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fraud
Australian retailers are facing a surge in returns fraud amid economic hardship. Loop reports 60% of retailers affected.
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Paymentology first to connect Mastercard Cloud Edge across clouds
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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uc
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edge computing
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iot
Paymentology has achieved a milestone by connecting to Mastercard's Cloud Edge, becoming the first to do so via multiple cloud providers.
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STACK Infrastructure raises USD $840,000 for Coast Guard charity
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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hyperscale
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colocation
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emea
STACK Infrastructure raised USD $840,000 during its annual Heroes of the Sea event in Astoria, Oregon, boosting lifetime donations to over USD $2.1 million.