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Australia's AI adoption spurs call for proactive security
Data Protection

Australia's AI adoption spurs call for proactive security

The rise of artificial intelligence in Australia is set to drive organisations to invest nearly AUD $6.2 billion in information security by 2025, amidst rising data risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
World Backup Day: AI pivotal in reshaping backup for SMBs
Disaster Recovery

World Backup Day: AI pivotal in reshaping backup for SMBs

World Backup Day highlights the data protection challenges facing Australia's 2.5 million SMBs, with growing cloud reliance but concerning backup gaps.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Global Stories

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils new AI chatbot ALIE
Generative AI

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils new AI chatbot ALIE

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled ALIE, a generative AI chatbot designed to boost efficiency for channel partners and employees, significantly reducing support calls by 50%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Bill O'Connell appointed Chief Security Officer at Commvault
Data Protection

Bill O'Connell appointed Chief Security Officer at Commvault

Bill O'Connell has been appointed as Chief Security Officer at Commvault, bringing nearly 20 years of expertise in cybersecurity and data protection.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Boost your cybersecurity with a purpose-built backup appliance
Firewalls

Boost your cybersecurity with a purpose-built backup appliance

Following a severe ransomware attack, Casio highlights the urgent need for robust data security solutions, prompting the launch of Synology's ActiveProtect backup appliance.

By Synology • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Enterprises face rising risks from generative AI data leaks
Data Protection

Enterprises face rising risks from generative AI data leaks

Netskope Threat Labs has reported a staggering 30-fold rise in data transfers to generative AI applications by enterprises, raising severe security concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Datadobi unveils StorageMAP 7.2 with advanced insights
Storage

Datadobi unveils StorageMAP 7.2 with advanced insights

Datadobi has unveiled StorageMAP 7.2, enhancing its unstructured data management platform with advanced insights and reporting features for I&O leaders.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Tenable appoints Scott Magill as new Country Manager
Risk & Compliance

Tenable appoints Scott Magill as new Country Manager

Tenable has appointed Scott Magill as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen its operations and cloud initiatives in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
2025 report reveals decline in technology breach rates
Ransomware

2025 report reveals decline in technology breach rates

The 2025 Global Third-Party Breach Report reveals a significant dip in technology sector breaches to 46.75%, highlighting a shift in cyber-attack patterns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
User-governed AI will help CFOs take the lead
Digital Transformation

User-governed AI will help CFOs take the lead

A new wave of user-governed AI is emerging in finance, allowing CFOs to enhance oversight and control while streamlining processes and improving accuracy.

By Annexa • 7 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Red Hat unveils enhanced AI tools for hybrid cloud use
Hybrid Cloud

Red Hat unveils enhanced AI tools for hybrid cloud use

Red Hat has unveiled enhancements to its AI portfolio, focusing on cost reduction and seamless integration of private data across hybrid cloud environments.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Western Digital survey reveals global data backup trends
Storage

Western Digital survey reveals global data backup trends

A recent global survey by Western Digital reveals that 79% of consumers back up their data, driven by fears of loss and data security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social commerce gains ground in Canada amidst concerns
Online shopping

Social commerce gains ground in Canada amidst concerns

A recent SOTI report reveals that social commerce is reshaping Canadian retail, with 48% of consumers favouring it, though 74% voice security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
How will the collective integration of Smart labels, IoT & AI boost enterprise efficiency and innovation?
Data Analytics

How will the collective integration of Smart labels, IoT & AI boost enterprise efficiency and innovation?

The adoption of IoT and smart labels is set to revolutionise efficiency in enterprises, with global active IoT devices projected to reach 39.9 billion by 2033.

By Sharath Muddaiah • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Apricorn unveils new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for hybrid work
Productivity

Apricorn unveils new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for hybrid work

Apricorn has unveiled its Aegis Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station, priced at GBP £180, to enhance connectivity for the growing number of remote UK workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Atsushi Kubo appointed CEO to lead Telehouse Canada expansion
Digital Transformation

Atsushi Kubo appointed CEO to lead Telehouse Canada expansion

Atsushi Kubo has been named CEO of Telehouse Canada to spearhead expansion and strengthen its position in the Canadian data centre and connectivity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Wasabi reaches FedRAMP Ready for cloud storage, targets US agencies
Storage

Wasabi reaches FedRAMP Ready for cloud storage, targets US agencies

Wasabi Technologies' GovCloud has achieved FedRAMP Ready status, bringing secure, cost-effective cloud storage closer to US federal agencies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025