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UTS adopts Denodo platform to modernise & unify data systems
Virtualisation

UTS adopts Denodo platform to modernise & unify data systems

University of Technology Sydney deploys Denodo Platform via Atturra to boost data integration, enhancing access for staff, researchers, and educators across the institution.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025

Global Stories

Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million
Ransomware

Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million

Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Australian firms lag in preparation for quantum computing threat
Encryption

Australian firms lag in preparation for quantum computing threat

A DigiCert survey reveals that 61.4% of Australian firms see quantum computing as a security risk, yet only 8.5% use quantum-safe encryption methods.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Entrust unveils unified cryptographic platform for modern security
Private Cloud

Entrust unveils unified cryptographic platform for modern security

Entrust launches a unified platform to manage cryptographic security across keys, secrets, and certificates, tackling rising cyberattack complexities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Commvault & Deloitte unite to boost hybrid cloud cyber defence
Data Protection

Commvault & Deloitte unite to boost hybrid cloud cyber defence

Commvault and Deloitte form alliance to boost cyber resilience, offering integrated threat management and rapid recovery in hybrid cloud environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
SugarCRM integrates sales-i to boost sales efficiency & insights
Customer Relationship Management

SugarCRM integrates sales-i to boost sales efficiency & insights

SugarCRM integrates sales-i with Sugar Sell to help sales teams uncover revenue opportunities and enhance performance amid economic challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
Barracuda boosts threat detection with multimodal AI upgrade
Firewalls

Barracuda boosts threat detection with multimodal AI upgrade

Barracuda Networks launches multimodal AI threat detection, tripling malicious file identification and speeding response eightfold for adaptive cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Mid-market APAC firms boost cybersecurity but lag in AI use
Firewalls

Mid-market APAC firms boost cybersecurity but lag in AI use

Palo Alto Networks' new study reveals rising cybersecurity budgets among mid-market Asia-Pacific firms but highlights gaps in AI adoption and resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
KPMG launches AI Trust suite to aid risk & compliance efforts
Partner Programmes

KPMG launches AI Trust suite to aid risk & compliance efforts

KPMG launches AI Trust services with ServiceNow to help firms improve AI governance, risk management, and compliance across all stages of AI adoption.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
How outsourcing and automation plug the cybersecurity skills gap
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

How outsourcing and automation plug the cybersecurity skills gap

Australian and New Zealand firms tackle cybersecurity talent shortages by outsourcing and automating, bridging gaps while enhancing defences against evolving threats.

By Jason Whyte • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Teradata links with ServiceNow to boost AI agents & analytics
Data Analytics

Teradata links with ServiceNow to boost AI agents & analytics

Teradata will integrate its analytics platform with ServiceNow's Workflow Data Fabric, enhancing AI-driven workflows for joint customers by late 2025.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Nutanix & Pure Storage partner for scalable virtual workloads
Storage

Nutanix & Pure Storage partner for scalable virtual workloads

Nutanix and Pure Storage partner to deliver an integrated platform for scalable virtual workloads, targeting AI and data-intensive applications by end 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Finance pros boost productivity with AI but face ROI doubts
Digital Transformation

Finance pros boost productivity with AI but face ROI doubts

Two-thirds of finance pros in the UK and US use AI daily to boost productivity, yet many struggle to measure its ROI effectively, says new Emburse report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Netskope expands in SAARC with leadership promotion & new centres
Software-as-a-Service

Netskope expands in SAARC with leadership promotion & new centres

Netskope has promoted Ajay Gupta to VP and Country Manager for SAARC, reflecting the firm's strong growth and expanded presence across India's key cities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Consilium launches UniCRM for contact centre operations
Customer Relationship Management

Consilium launches UniCRM for contact centre operations

Consilium Software has launched UniCRM, a new platform that unifies Help Desk, Collections, and Telemarketing to boost contact centre efficiency and customer experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist
Digital Transformation

AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist

Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Remote worker monitoring apps raise privacy & cyber risks
Data Privacy

Remote worker monitoring apps raise privacy & cyber risks

University of Waterloo research warns that employee monitoring apps may harm privacy and productivity, as 70% of large firms plan to use such software this year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025