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Pearcey Foundation reveals Australia 4.0 blueprint for net zero transition
Digital Transformation

Pearcey Foundation reveals Australia 4.0 blueprint for net zero transition

The Pearcey Foundation has launched a comprehensive plan highlighting the pathway and challenges for Australia's transition to a net zero economy.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
AI boosts productivity in Australian talent life cycle, says Randstad report
Unified Communications

AI boosts productivity in Australian talent life cycle, says Randstad report

Australian talent management is being revolutionised by artificial intelligence (AI), with a significant productivity boost noted in a report by Randstad Enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide
Connectivity

Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide

The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Autodesk introduces Australian data storage for Construction Cloud products
Customer Experience

Autodesk introduces Australian data storage for Construction Cloud products

Autodesk has launched a regional data storage option in Australia for selected Construction Cloud products, offering customers choice for primary project data storage location.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
AMTA launches site to aid Australians in 3G network shutdown
Unified Communications

AMTA launches site to aid Australians in 3G network shutdown

The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association launches a site to guide users for the looming 3G network shutdown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Aussies sold on EVs but rising costs deter potential buyers
Cartech

Aussies sold on EVs but rising costs deter potential buyers

New research reveals a shocking 94% of Australian electric vehicle owners would buy another, hindered by the rising cost of living and charging infrastructure.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Australian organisations face surge in ransomware attacks
Security Information and Event Management

Australian organisations face surge in ransomware attacks

Despite 91% of IT decision-makers in Australia expressing confidence in their cyber risk management, a new report reveals persistent shortcomings in addressing threats, with ransomware attacks and insecure network protocols remaining a major challenge.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Peacock Bros acquires insignia to boost supply chain solutions
Supply Chain

Peacock Bros acquires insignia to boost supply chain solutions

Australian supply chain firm, Peacock Bros., acquires leading identification solutions company, insignia, boosting its product offerings and regional presence.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
Waave launches biometrically secured Waave Wallet in Australia
Biometrics

Waave launches biometrically secured Waave Wallet in Australia

Waave launches Waave Wallet, a novel payment method using biometric security and real-time account transfer; a move to tackle cyber breaches and reduce Australia's AU$3 billion in annual merchant fees.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Firmus' Sustainable Metal Cloud powerfully cuts AI energy usage
Network Infrastructure

Firmus' Sustainable Metal Cloud powerfully cuts AI energy usage

Firmus launches a sustainable Metal Cloud (SMC) platform, slashing AI operation energy use by half and trimming costs of managing AI workloads by up to 70%, reducing CO2 emissions markedly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Gen AI optimism high in ANZ but cybersecurity concerns loom
Customer Experience

Gen AI optimism high in ANZ but cybersecurity concerns loom

While ANZ business and IT leaders express high optimism for Gen AI's potential, cybersecurity concerns remain a dominant issue, especially following large-scale data breaches.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
NetApp 2024 report uncovers 'disrupt or die' era powered by AI
Artificial Intelligence

NetApp 2024 report uncovers 'disrupt or die' era powered by AI

NetApp's 2024 Cloud Complexity Report reveals a global 'disrupt or die' era powered by AI, highlighting a distinct divide between AI leaders and laggards.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
ANZ senior leaders caution over cybersecurity, global figures differ
Cybersecurity

ANZ senior leaders caution over cybersecurity, global figures differ

New research reveals Australian and New Zealand senior leaders express deep concerns over managing cybersecurity risks and economic uncertainty.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
GoCardless & Intuit QuickBooks target late payments for Aussie SMBs
Payment Technologies

GoCardless & Intuit QuickBooks target late payments for Aussie SMBs

GoCardless and Intuit QuickBooks launch an integration for Australian SMBs to enable automatic collection and reconciliation of payments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover
Fintech

Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover

Australia's SMEs foresee a drop in turnover by year-end, while Prospa and Xero partner to ease financial administrative tasks for these businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Kore.ai appoints Paul Rilstone as VP for Australia & New Zealand
Customer Experience

Kore.ai appoints Paul Rilstone as VP for Australia & New Zealand

Kore.ai appoints industry veteran Paul Rilstone as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost its presence and accelerate growth in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Five ways AI-powered automation can make finance operations easier
Enterprise Resource Planning

Five ways AI-powered automation can make finance operations easier

AI-powered automation offers significant potential to streamline finance operations: from user-friendly interfaces to handling unstructured data.

By Lee Hawksley • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024

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