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AUSCERT launches new service for cyber incident readiness
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AUSCERT launches new service for cyber incident readiness

AUSCERT has launched a new Tabletop Exercise Service to help organisations across Australia enhance their cyber incident readiness and response capabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Australia launches new cyber network to combat threats
EduTech

Australia launches new cyber network to combat threats

The Australian Cyber Network has launched to combat a surge in cybercrime, following over 94,000 reported incidents in the past year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

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Adobe unmasks over 100 new Creative Cloud features
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Adobe unmasks over 100 new Creative Cloud features

Adobe has unveiled over 100 new features at Adobe MAX 2024, focusing on Creative Cloud innovations and generative AI to boost productivity.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Smartsheet names Helen Masters as APJ Managing Director
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Smartsheet names Helen Masters as APJ Managing Director

Smartsheet has appointed Helen Masters as Managing Director of APJ to drive growth in the Asia Pacific, leveraging her 25 years of software experience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
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Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Growth mindset crucial for organisational success – report
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Growth mindset crucial for organisational success – report

A new report reveals 80% of executives believe a growth mindset is key to revenue growth, yet a gap exists between their perceptions and employees' views.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Zoom unveils AI Companion 2.0 & tools to boost productivity
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Zoom unveils AI Companion 2.0 & tools to boost productivity

At Zoomtopia 2024, Zoom unveiled AI tools, including AI Companion 2.0, designed to transform workplace productivity and user experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Smartsheet unveils major platform overhaul with new features
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Smartsheet unveils major platform overhaul with new features

Smartsheet has unveiled a major platform overhaul, introducing a revamped user experience and innovative features aimed at enhancing collaboration and project management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Xalts boosts blockchain with Polygon for asset tokenisation
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Xalts boosts blockchain with Polygon for asset tokenisation

Xalts has announced an enhanced collaboration with Polygon to integrate its RWA Cloud platform, boosting blockchain applications for enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

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Growth Lending & Aros Kapital launch GBP£1bn fund for SMEs
Software-as-a-Service

Growth Lending & Aros Kapital launch GBP£1bn fund for SMEs

Growth Lending and Aros Kapital have joined forces to provide GBP£1 billion in loans to UK SMEs over the next 5 to 6 years, targeting various sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs
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Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs

Aviva has teamed up with the Cyber Resilience Centre network to bolster cyber security for over 3,000 insurance brokers across the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
UiPath & Indosat partner to boost digital skills in Indonesia
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UiPath & Indosat partner to boost digital skills in Indonesia

UiPath and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison have announced a partnership to train 100,000 Indonesians in enterprise automation skills by 2027.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative
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Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative

Research reveals that companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform others, with a 25% higher likelihood of above-average profitability, enhancing innovation.

By Exterro • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
EduTech

Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Red Bull Basement invites NZ innovators to Tokyo finals
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Red Bull Basement invites NZ innovators to Tokyo finals

Red Bull Basement invites young innovators in New Zealand to submit their start-up ideas by October 30, ahead of the global final in Tokyo this December.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey
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AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey

A survey by Red Hat reveals 88% of UK IT managers prioritise AI adoption in cloud strategies, with 98% deeming cloud investment vital by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Databricks opens new European hub in central London
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Databricks opens new European hub in central London

Databricks has unveiled a new European hub in central London, enhancing its presence in the UK and supporting innovation in data and AI solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024