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Australian digital services stall despite advances & AI push
Digital Transformation

Australian digital services stall despite advances & AI push

Australian government digital services hold second place globally but show little performance gain despite AI advances and ongoing investment challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Adactin launches AI studio to drive real-world GenAI adoption
Digital Transformation

Adactin launches AI studio to drive real-world GenAI adoption

Adactin launches AI Innovation Studio to help Australian organisations trial GenAI solutions using AWS tools, focusing on practical adoption and custom roadmaps.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Public Sector stories

Wasabi unveils hidden backup feature to thwart cyber attacks
Storage

Wasabi unveils hidden backup feature to thwart cyber attacks

Wasabi Technologies launches Covert Copy, a free hidden backup feature shielding data from cyberattacks for healthcare, finance and public sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
Fragmented procurement hampers value delivery in the ANZ public sector
Data Analytics

Fragmented procurement hampers value delivery in the ANZ public sector

Research reveals fragmented procurement, skill gaps, and low tech investment hinder value delivery in Australia and New Zealand's public sector contracting.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Jane Livesey starts as Microsoft ANZ President to drive AI growth
Digital Transformation

Jane Livesey starts as Microsoft ANZ President to drive AI growth

Jane Livesey is appointed President of Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, returning to tech to lead amid a pivotal AI-driven transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Government IT spending rises as AI becomes top budget priority
Digital Transformation

Government IT spending rises as AI becomes top budget priority

Over half of government CIOs expect IT budgets to rise in 2026, prioritising AI, cybersecurity and cloud tech despite fiscal constraints, says Gartner research.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Cybersecurity, AI & sustainable IT top digital priorities
Data Protection

Cybersecurity, AI & sustainable IT top digital priorities

UK and Ireland firms prioritise cybersecurity, AI adoption, and sustainable IT strategies as they gear up for evolving digital workplaces in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
SAP and DalRae: Why standardisation isn't an enemy of innovation but an enabler
Digital Transformation

SAP and DalRae: Why standardisation isn't an enemy of innovation but an enabler

SAP's adaptive AI architecture and clean core focus are driving flexible digital transformation in public and private sectors across Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 9 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
HIROH unveils privacy smartphone with dual kill switches, USD $999
Data Protection

HIROH unveils privacy smartphone with dual kill switches, USD $999

HIROH launches a privacy smartphone with dual kill switches for mic, camera, and connectivity, priced at USD $999, blending security with full phone functionality.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Public Sector stories

AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038
EduTech

AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038

AI could boost New Zealand's productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038, doubling current rates through improved skills, infrastructure, and public sector digitisation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava to lead global AI practice
Data Analytics

Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava to lead global AI practice

Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava as head of its global Data Analytics and AI practice, boosting leadership and diversity ambitions in technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Bangladesh LGED adopts Zimbra to boost security & data control
Data Protection

Bangladesh LGED adopts Zimbra to boost security & data control

Bangladesh's LGED has adopted Zimbra's open-source email platform to enhance data security and control for over 13,000 staff nationwide, ahead of new data laws.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
UK Budget drives caution as digital pressures intensify
Digital Transformation

UK Budget drives caution as digital pressures intensify

The UK Budget's frozen income tax thresholds and push for AI in public services are driving cautious consumer spending and a rapid digital shift in retail and government.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
OVHcloud opens Berlin region with three zones for EU resilience
Firewalls

OVHcloud opens Berlin region with three zones for EU resilience

OVHcloud has launched a new three-zone cloud region in Berlin to boost digital sovereignty and resilience for organisations across Europe.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Birmingham's ERP failure costs city GBP £100 million over budget
Digital Transformation

Birmingham's ERP failure costs city GBP £100 million over budget

Birmingham City Council's £123 million ERP failure triggered bankruptcy, revealing how better process management software might have averted this costly disaster.

By Phillip Hoey • 6 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Waracle acquires HackSoft to boost workforce and digital expertise
Digital Transformation

Waracle acquires HackSoft to boost workforce and digital expertise

UK digital consultancy Waracle expands into Europe with the acquisition of Sofia-based HackSoft, boosting its workforce to 265 and enhancing tech expertise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
New book urges stronger AI governance for business leaders
Physical Security

New book urges stronger AI governance for business leaders

A new book highlights critical AI governance gaps in businesses, offering leaders a practical framework to manage risks amid rapid AI adoption worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025