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Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
Malware

Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise

A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth
Fintech

Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth

Zendesk has appointed Mitch Young as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, tasked with driving the company's growth in key markets like Australia and India.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Cyber Monday 2024 online sales surge to USD $13.3 billion
Gaming

Cyber Monday 2024 online sales surge to USD $13.3 billion

Adobe has announced that online spending soared to USD $13.3 billion during Cyber Monday 2024, reflecting a 7.3% rise from last year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams
Generative AI

Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams

Sage has launched Sage Copilot in the UK and US, enhancing its Intacct platform to aid finance teams with efficient budget variance analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Enhancing customer service through AI-powered personalisation
Data Analytics

Enhancing customer service through AI-powered personalisation

As 71% of consumers now demand personalised interactions, brands must embrace AI to enhance customer service and foster deeper connections.

By Emily Bristow • 7 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Teradata & AWS enhance AI integration with VantageCloud
Data Analytics

Teradata & AWS enhance AI integration with VantageCloud

Teradata has unveiled a partnership with Amazon Web Services to accelerate generative AI deployment, offering over 60 use-cases for enterprises.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Teradata enhances collaboration with AWS for Gen AI use cases
Data Analytics

Teradata enhances collaboration with AWS for Gen AI use cases

Teradata has announced a partnership with AWS to accelerate the deployment of Generative AI use cases, integrating VantageCloud with Amazon Bedrock.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies
AI Ethics & Governance

Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies

Avanade is urging mid-market firms to rethink AI adoption, focusing on a people-centric approach amid concerns over job displacement and workplace dynamics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Responsible AI: Managing ethical and regulatory risks while using AI to accelerate growth
Physical Security

Responsible AI: Managing ethical and regulatory risks while using AI to accelerate growth

AI is projected to boost Australia's economy by 40% and add AUD $600 billion by 2030, yet concerns over data privacy and ethical risks are rising.

By Shreshta Shyamsundar • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC
Data Analytics

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Primer targets global expansion with new partnerships by 2025
Fintech

Primer targets global expansion with new partnerships by 2025

Primer sets ambitious growth targets for 2025, aiming to enhance its presence in the EU, US, and APAC amid rising demand for unified payment solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
How retail businesses can build loyalty this festive season despite financial constraints
Customer Experience

How retail businesses can build loyalty this festive season despite financial constraints

As the festive season approaches, retailers must adapt to financial pressures by leveraging digital loyalty solutions to attract and retain value-seeking customers.

By Anurag Vasisth • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

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JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue
Supply Chain

JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue

JB Hi-Fi NZ reported a 12.3% revenue increase to NZD $327.9 million for FY2024 but faced significant losses due to rising operating expenses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
PSG Equity invests in PlentyONE to boost global reach
eCommerce

PSG Equity invests in PlentyONE to boost global reach

PSG Equity is set to invest in PlentyONE, enhancing the cloud-based eCommerce ERP's growth across DACH and global markets, strengthening its product offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Linnworks partners with Wowcher to enhance UK ecommerce
Customer Experience

Linnworks partners with Wowcher to enhance UK ecommerce

Linnworks has integrated with Wowcher, enabling ecommerce retailers to seamlessly manage sales, inventory, and orders within the Linnworks platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
HP New Zealand unveils winners of 2024 Partner Awards
Clean technologies

HP New Zealand unveils winners of 2024 Partner Awards

HP New Zealand has revealed the winners of its 2024 Partner Awards in Auckland, celebrating partner achievements in customer solutions and sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views
Marketing Technologies

Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views

Salesforce's report reveals New Zealand consumers are increasingly willing to embrace AI in shopping, despite a sharp decline in trust towards companies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024