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Springboards launches AI tool for creative advertising

Springboards has launched its AI platform to support creative professionals in advertising, securing $5 million from Blackbird Ventures and backing from over 120 agencies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025

Social Media

Romance scams reach six-year high, Moody's reports

Moody's highlights a six-year high in romance scams, unveiling 1,193 new entities globally in 2024, with the US leading at 38% of cases.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Unified Communications

US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Human Capital Management

Oracle NetSuite unveils AI tools for Australia, NZ firms

Oracle NetSuite has unveiled new generative AI features aimed at boosting operational efficiency for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Partner Programmes

Ericsson unveils Cradlepoint X20 5G Router for enterprises

Ericsson has unveiled the Cradlepoint X20 5G Router, aimed at enhancing enterprise connectivity with advanced features for small and medium businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Opinion

Leveraging technology to stay ahead of rising payroll compliance penalties

New wage laws in Australia criminalise intentional underpayment, leaving payroll teams facing stricter penalties and the need for advanced technology to ensure compliance.

By Nick Martin • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Location data

GapMaps launches GapFinder to aid strategic site planning

GapMaps has launched GapFinder, a new tool designed to help businesses across multiple sectors make informed decisions on location strategies.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Encryption

DeepSeek faces bans amid security & data privacy woes

DeepSeek faces intense scrutiny over significant security flaws and data management practices, prompting bans across multiple countries amidst privacy concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Customer Experience

AI revolutionises customer service in Australia by 2025

Zendesk's report reveals that 57% of Australian consumers prefer AI interactions with human traits, signalling a major shift in customer service expectations driven by technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Smart Cities

Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density

As Australia's urban centres grapple with rising density and parking challenges, innovative solutions from SenSen aim to enhance efficiency and curb congestion.

By Nathan Rogers • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Storage

NetApp unveils enhanced storage solutions, ASA A-Series

NetApp has unveiled updates to its storage portfolio, introducing the ASA A20, A30, and A50 systems, starting at USD $25,000, to meet modern workload demands.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

EduTech

Harrison.ai secures AUD $179m for global expansion

Harrison.ai has raised AUD $179 million in Series C funding, bolstering its AI-driven diagnostics expansion across global healthcare markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025

Data Protection

Australia bans foreign AI, urges local tech investment

The Australian government has banned foreign AI technology DeepSeek R1, escalating calls for increased investment in homegrown artificial intelligence capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Data Analytics

AlayaCare launches AI-powered Client Intelligence Suite

AlayaCare launches its Client Intelligence Suite in Australia, leveraging AI to predict risks in home care, enhancing service delivery amid sector changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Digital Transformation

MongoDB expands operations with new office in Sydney

MongoDB has opened a new office in Sydney to boost its engineering and support operations in Australia, where it has seen significant growth and innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Customer Experience

Mark O'Donnell joins Discovery for SAP tech expansion

Discovery Consulting has appointed Mark O'Donnell to lead its expansion into SAP technology, enhancing its Qualtrics employee experience offerings.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Generative AI

FranConnect launches AI suite for Australian franchises

FranConnect has launched its AI suite, Frannie AI, in Australia, enabling franchises to streamline sales and operations with advanced insights and automation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Digital Transformation

Wild Tech appoints Dan Whittle to lead AI services growth

Wild Tech has appointed Dan Whittle as General Manager of Managed Services, aiming to enhance its AI-driven technology solutions and business expansion.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Marketing Technologies

Cricket Australia unveils AI feature for live match insights

Cricket Australia has introduced an AI-powered feature in its Live app, enhancing real-time match insights for fans during the Women's Ashes at the MCG.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Valentine's Day

Australians urged to beware AI romance scams' deception

As Valentine's Day approaches, experts warn Australians to remain cautious of AI-assisted romance scams, causing significant loss, with AUD $35 million reported in 2023.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025