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Exclusive: Mandatory ransomware reporting key to Australia's cyber resilience

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Australia is set to enhance its cybersecurity by introducing mandatory reporting laws for ransomware payments, aiming to strengthen national resilience against cyber extortion.
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Multiverse unveils on-premise AI device for SMEs in Australia

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Multiverse Partners Technology has launched the SELODE Mother Box, an AI device for SMEs in Australia, providing secure, on-premise data management.
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Industrial cybersecurity market to double by 2033

Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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The industrial cybersecurity market is set to grow at 7.8% CAGR, reaching USD $46.96 billion by 2033, driven by IoT and cloud security adoption.
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The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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As HR leaders face the chaos of fragmented systems, 2025 promises a revolution with all-in-one Employment Operating Systems transforming the landscape.
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2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.
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Customer Science Group marks 10 years with growth surge

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Sydney's Customer Science Group celebrates a decade of success with a 50% revenue increase, marking its place in The Australian Financial Review's Fast 100 for 2024.
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Exclusive: How Aus3C is strengthening data security through new framework initiative

Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is launching a Voluntary Data Classification Framework to bolster cybersecurity and assist businesses, especially SMEs.
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Spirit & MyCISO unite to bolster cyber security for SMEs

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Spirit Technology Solutions has partnered with MyCISO to enhance cyber security support for Australian SMEs, addressing their resource limitations.
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SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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risk & compliance
SquareX unveils its innovative Browser Detection and Response solution at the AISA Melbourne CyberCon 2024, targeting rising browser-based cyber threats.
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Australian SMEs warned of Christmas cash flow challenges

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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christmas
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Australian SMEs are urged to prepare for cash flow challenges this holiday season, with concerns over profitability in retail and logistics sectors.
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BrightHR report shows rise in HR tech use in ANZ SME market

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A BrightHR report reveals increasing HR tech adoption among small businesses in Australia and New Zealand, with a 27.4% rise in recorded holiday days.
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Employment Hero partners with Medibank & AHM for SMEs

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Employment Hero has teamed up with Medibank and AHM to provide private health insurance discounts for over one million SME employees in Australia.
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BoardPro appoints Nowaczek as CEO amid profitability news

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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BoardPro has appointed Charles Nowaczek as its new CEO, marking a significant milestone as the company announces profitability amid global expansion plans.
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FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales

Wed, 6th Nov 2024
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FedEx's recent survey reveals strong optimism in the Asia Pacific for holiday sales, with 70% of SMEs predicting sales growth, driven by eCommerce.
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Australian banks missing growth opportunity with SMEs

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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A new report reveals Australian banks are missing out on opportunities with SMEs, as only 40% of customers feel positive about their banking providers.
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Interparcel warns SMEs on rising supply chain expenses

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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supply chain
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australia post
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automation
Interparcel reports a 10.8% rise in postal charges and a 12% increase in shipping costs, urging SMEs to enhance operational efficiency this season.
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Software defined data centre market to hit USD $1.49tn

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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it automation
The global software defined data centre market is set to reach USD $1.49 trillion by 2036, driven by advancements and rising data centre demands.
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Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments

Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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A survey reveals that 62% of Australian SMEs use big banks for international trade, ignoring high fees and exchange mark-ups despite cheaper fintech options.
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Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Australian SMEs can now benefit from the cost-effective Barra Core tracker by Digital Matter, offering advanced indoor and outdoor asset tracking.
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Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Study reveals 62% of Australian SMEs use the big four banks for international trade, despite higher fees and exchange rate mark-ups.