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Swoop sells Voicehub to Pivotel for AU$9 million in strategic decision
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Swoop Holdings sells its wholesale voice business, Voicehub, to Pivotel for AUD $9 million, refocusing on core markets post-strategic review.
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HSBC & BNY Mellon to pilot Quantexa's new AI technology
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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HSBC and BNY Mellon join Quantexa's Lighthouse Programme to deploy Q Assist, a context-aware generative AI suite, debuting at London Tech Week to optimise financial services.
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Australian executives predict AI-driven business growth in 2024
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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financial systems
A new survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals that 92.5% of Australian executives in MSPs and MSSPs foresee significant business growth driven by AI investments in the next year.
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Slack launches new task management tool named lists for users
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Slack has unveiled lists, a new project and task management tool for its paid customers, aimed at centralising and streamlining team workflows.
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How connected schools are reducing the strain on overloaded teachers
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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e-learning
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samsung
Connected schools in Australia are easing the teacher shortage crisis by leveraging technology to enhance classroom connectivity, collaboration, and learning experiences.
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NVIDIA to build AI factories and data centres for the next industrial revolution
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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network infrastructure
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NVIDIA and top computer manufacturers unveil Blackwell-powered AI systems, sparking the next industrial revolution.
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Preparing for a new AI-driven era in software development
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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it training
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As AI adoption expands in Australia, 68% of businesses are already using AI while 23% plan to in the next year. Ethical and strategic AI integration is essential.
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97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new Check Point Software report reveals over 97% of security teams are using AI tools, enhancing response rates and reducing data loss amid a critical skills gap.
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IT leaders urge Australian govt to boost cyber threat funding
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new poll by Tenable reveals 79% of Australian IT and cybersecurity leaders feel the federal government’s efforts against evolving cyber threats are inadequate, demanding more preventive measures.
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Till Payments & BigCommerce partner to enhance retail transactions
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Till Payments aligns with BigCommerce to offer retailers seamless payment processing, merging online and offline transactions for enhanced efficiency and security.
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Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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CommBank and Telstra team up with COSBOA to launch Cyber Wardens, a free training program aimed at safeguarding Australia’s small businesses from costly cyber threats.
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Salesforce Misses Analysts’ Revenue Forecasts for Q1 Fiscal 2025
Sat, 8th Jun 2024
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Salesforce posted an 11% rise in Q1 FY25 revenue to USD $9.13 billion but missed analysts’ forecasts. Strong cash flow and margins highlight financial gains.
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SAP to acquire WalkMe for USD $1.5 billion in all-cash deal
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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ai agents
SAP is set to acquire WalkMe for USD $1.5 billion in an all-cash deal, enhancing its business transformation toolkit and boosting AI capabilities.
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Nimbus patents solution to eliminate wage theft in Australia
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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physical security
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Nimbus has become the first Australian tech firm to patent a solution against wage theft, crucial for the AUD $2.5 billion contact centre industry.
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FrankieOne & WeMoney shine at 2024 Finnie Awards in Sydney
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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FinTech Australia’s 2024 Finnie Awards celebrated 19 categories at Sydney's Doltone Wharf, honouring standout contributions in the evolving financial technology sector.
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CSIRO celebrates deep tech innovations at ON Accelerate showcase
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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microsoft
CSIRO's ON Accelerate 8 showcased ten deep tech teams in Melbourne, highlighting groundbreaking innovations and awarding prestigious scholarships.
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Westcon-Comstor names Callum McGregor as COO & CFO
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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Westcon-Comstor promotes Callum McGregor to COO and CFO roles, reflecting a strategic move to drive growth and innovation in IT, supply chain, and ESG globally.
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Altia unveils Altia HQ to revolutionise investigative tech
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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cloud services
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law enforcement
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clio
Altia has launched Altia HQ, a revolutionary cloud native platform designed to streamline crime-solving by integrating all investigation tools into one hub, saving time and enhancing efficiency.
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FinOps gains traction as cloud costs rise, says esynergy
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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As cloud expenses soar, a new esynergy report underscores the rising role of FinOps, with 74% of organisations striving to optimise costs.
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Survey reveals gaps in IT security training across firms
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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A survey by Hornetsecurity shows 26% of organisations lack IT security training, urging better preparedness against rising AI-driven cyber threats.