2026 stories - Page 55

Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.

Atturra plans to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9 million, boosting its ERP solutions in the manufacturing sector across Australia and New Zealand.

Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.

In a challenging landscape marked by economic and environmental pressures, CIOs must navigate digital transformation while prioritising sustainability and resilience.

IREN reported Q1 FY25 results, revealing USD $49.6 million in Bitcoin mining revenue and a net loss of USD $51.7 million amid expanding AI cloud services.

The cyber security sector anticipates a dramatic rise in threats by 2025, with global information security spending predicted to hit USD $212 billion.

Wavelink has expanded its SecurePath initiative to Melbourne, aiming to tackle Australia's cybersecurity skills shortage projected at 16,600 by 2026.

NEXTDC has partnered with Google's Australia Connect initiative to boost digital connectivity in Australia and the Indo-Pacific, enhancing internet infrastructure.

Fortinet has partnered with South Australia's Department for Education to train over 15,500 staff in vital cybersecurity awareness, enhancing digital security.

Ubitium has secured USD $3.7 million in seed funding to revolutionise the processor industry with a universal RISC-V chip, targeting diverse computing tasks.

Research from Atlassian reveals that a positive attitude towards AI may yield higher productivity and a potential annual ROI of USD $64.3 million.

Graphite Energy has unveiled Australia's first electric thermal energy storage system, promising 30-40% savings for manufacturers and a greener future.

HMC Capital has acquired data centre platform iseek for AUD $400 million, enhancing its strategy to launch a Global Digital Infrastructure Platform.

Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.

SAS has acquired Hazy's synthetic data technology to boost its AI capabilities, aiming to enhance data privacy and analytics by early 2025.

Gartner warns that 40% of AI data centres could face power shortages by 2027, jeopardising growth and sustainability in the sector.

Kantar's Marketing Trends 2025 report reveals consumer distrust in AI ads, urging brands to prioritise transparency and inclusivity as key strategies for the future.

Workforce analytics technology can help you gauge the effectiveness of your initiatives and determine where your future efforts should be focused.

Recent IDC research highlights how AI-infused low-code development is transforming APAC's application landscape, boosting innovation and productivity.

Dayforce has completed the second phase of its global payroll system for Orica, benefiting over 12,500 employees across 44 countries.