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Celebrating diversity & tackling insider threats in cybersecurity
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Celebrating diversity & tackling insider threats in cybersecurity

This September, the cybersecurity sector highlights tackling insider threats and advancing women's roles to build a more resilient, diverse future.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Scam Awareness Week shines a light on the collective effort needed to fight scams
Unified Communications

Scam Awareness Week shines a light on the collective effort needed to fight scams

Australians lost over AUD $119 million to scams in early 2025, highlighting the urgent need for collective action from individuals, businesses and government.

By Sumir Bhatia • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Building secure prosperity in a digitally connected world
Firewalls

Building secure prosperity in a digitally connected world

Cybersecurity is now central to Australia's economic growth, safeguarding digital infrastructure amid rising cybercrime costing organisations up to AUD $63,600 per incident.

By Nicole Henry • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
AI helps cybersecurity analysts focus on complex threats, study shows
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI helps cybersecurity analysts focus on complex threats, study shows

A 10-month study shows AI, via ChatGPT-4, aids cybersecurity analysts in managing routine tasks, boosting focus on complex threats in live operations centres.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Akula Tech launches AI-powered Nexus-01 satellite with real-time data
Agricultural Technology

Akula Tech launches AI-powered Nexus-01 satellite with real-time data

Melbourne's Akula Tech has launched Australia's most advanced AI-powered smart satellite, Nexus-01, enabling real-time data analysis from orbit.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to boost ANZ
eCommerce

Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to boost ANZ

Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to drive expansion across ANZ, adding six new roles amid rising client demand in marketing sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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AI-powered chat tools gain ground in Australian businesses
Digital Transformation

AI-powered chat tools gain ground in Australian businesses

Over a third of Australian businesses use AI chat tools for customer service, with another 39% planning adoption to boost satisfaction and accessibility.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Swoop reports record revenue & cash flow as growth accelerates
Network Infrastructure

Swoop reports record revenue & cash flow as growth accelerates

Swoop's FY25 revenue jumped 20% to AUD $106.5m with 64% higher cash flow, boosted by automation and major fibre network deals in Melbourne.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 30th Aug 2025
Canadian tech job postings fall 19% as AI reshapes hiring
Hyperscale

Canadian tech job postings fall 19% as AI reshapes hiring

Canadian tech job postings have dropped 19% since early 2020, reflecting a post-pandemic slowdown influenced by AI and broader economic trends.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Sat, 30th Aug 2025
The state of live sports audiences in Australia
AFL

The state of live sports audiences in Australia

In 2025 Australia, 65% of fans engage with live sports amid a shift to connected TV, reshaping viewing habits and challenges for advertisers alike.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Exclusive: How NXT TEC. makes five-week homes possible
Supply Chain

Exclusive: How NXT TEC. makes five-week homes possible

NXT TEC.'s patented superstructure system revolutionises housing with faster builds, less waste, and a global licensing model addressing affordability worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
WAITTA appoints Anita Ghose to drive innovation in Western Australia
EduTech

WAITTA appoints Anita Ghose to drive innovation in Western Australia

WAITTA has appointed Anita Ghose to its Board to boost innovation and connect industry, government and academia in Western Australia's tech sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
LG Ad Solutions appoints new Sales Directors for Australia
Marketing Technologies

LG Ad Solutions appoints new Sales Directors for Australia

LG Ad Solutions strengthens its Australian presence, appointing Marj Hetherton and Adelina Moon as Sales Directors to boost its connected TV advertising growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
333D posts AUD $1 million revenue surge on healthcare focus
Financial results

333D posts AUD $1 million revenue surge on healthcare focus

Australian firm 333D surged to AUD $1 million revenue, pivoting to digital asset management in healthcare, returning to profit from a prior loss.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Macquarie Cloud named Australia's top workplace for second year
Human Capital Management

Macquarie Cloud named Australia's top workplace for second year

Macquarie Cloud Services has been named Australia's top workplace for the second year running in the 30 to 99 employee category by Great Place to Work.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Australian startups outpace big businesses in rapid AI adoption
Digital Transformation

Australian startups outpace big businesses in rapid AI adoption

Australian startups adopt AI faster than big businesses, with 81% using AI versus 61% of enterprises, signalling a growing innovation gap.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Drones & small cells trialled to restore phone networks in disasters
Unified Communications

Drones & small cells trialled to restore phone networks in disasters

Optus and Nokia trial drone-based and small cell tech to swiftly restore mobile networks after natural disasters, enhancing emergency communications in affected areas.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025