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Australia Post signs digital transformation deal with Salesforce
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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Australia Post partners with Salesforce for a comprehensive digital transformation strategy, aiming to improve customer service across all sectors with AI integration.
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Human error is the top cyber threat, according to CTOs
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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ransomware
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Human error is regarded as the most significant cyber threat by 59% of Chief Technology Officers, despite high adoption of security measures.
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Salesforce introduces Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Salesforce unveils public beta for Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant set to revolutionise customer relationship management by utilising company-specific data securely.
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Australian VETs increasingly prioritise digital transformation
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Digital transformation in Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) providers surges, aiming to boost student enrolment and retention, as revealed by ReadyTech's report.
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ScamBuster Thursday: Telstra launches new tactic to combat SMS scams
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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smartphones
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email security
Over 250,000 potential SMS and MMS scams have been reported in Australia, seeping through Telstra's hotline, with the highest number recorded on Thursdays.
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Australia adopts pioneering standard for AI management
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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ai
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transparency
Standards Australia adopts AI management system standard AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023, marking a global first in addressing operational and ethical AI challenges.
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Customer-centric cybersecurity incident response vital for businesses
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data protection
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Striking a balance between data protection compliance and customer trust is pivotal, making a customer-centric cybersecurity incident response crucial, says a statement from Logicalis Australia.
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Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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network security
Over 40% of firms face a crippling lack of qualified cybersecurity professionals, contributing to heightened security risks, a new global study by Kaspersky exposes.
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Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.
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Australian firms warned of AI legal implications in chatbot fiasco
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Australian firms are advised to consider the legal ramifications of using artificial intelligence to interact with customers, as rushing to adopt this tech could lead to legal issues if errors occur.
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DiDi Global adopts NICE's cloud-based WFM & EEM solutions
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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DiDi Global teams up with NICE for AI-driven Workforce Management and Employee Engagement solutions to optimise operations and boost employee satisfaction.
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Opportunities to improve travel and expense processes for enhanced business operations
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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Amid complex challenges, AI and ethical travel policies present key improvements for Australian and New Zealand firms' management of travel and expense processes.
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MYOB extends partnership with Stripe to tackle cash flow issues
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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MYOB expands partnership with global financial platform Stripe to streamline invoice payment and ease cash flow difficulties for Australian and New Zealand businesses.
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Akamai extends Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
Akamai Technologies is set to enhance cloud security by extending Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments, reducing attack opportunities and improving visibility into application behaviour.
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Rimini Street launches Rimini Custom to optimise business operations
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Rimini Street unveils Rimini Custom, a client-driven service aiming to extend the lifespan and increase the value of existing software, while simplifying the integration of new applications.
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The importance of cybersecurity training for software developers
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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software development
Advanced cyber threats rose over 200% in 2023, increasing the need for robust cybersecurity training within software development teams.
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CFOs take active role in GenAI strategy development
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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34% of CFOs are actively developing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) strategies in their corporations, according to a new survey by Gartner.
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Eco-friendly technologies crucial to mitigate transportation emissions
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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cartech
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power / energy
Australia grapples with a 22% increase in transportation emissions since 2005, spurring the Government to pledge over $100bn per annum to sustainable solutions.
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Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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physical security
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Jersey Telecom’s acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.
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Teranode testing launches, promising blockchain revolution
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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hpc
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data privacy
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BSV Association commences testing of blockchain breakthrough, Teranode, designed to underpin 1.1 million TPS and redefine financial transactions and data privacy.