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THE ICONIC partners with Google AI to transform shopping

THE ICONIC is teaming up with Google Cloud to revolutionise its online shopping, introducing advanced AI features for a more personalised customer experience.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025

Customer Experience

From peak to planning: Setting up for success in 2025

As Australian retailers reflect on the challenges of 2024, they must prepare strategic insights from the peak season to ensure success in 2025.

By Simon Le Grand • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Fintech

Credas sees 40% customer growth, plans 2025 expansion

Credas Technologies in Cardiff has seen a remarkable 40% surge in its customer base, surpassing financial targets by 60% as it prepares for international growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

Jaywing & InvoCare partner to boost digital services

Jaywing has been appointed by InvoCare to enhance digital customer experiences across 60 brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Malware

Email attacks surge in APAC, phishing up by 30% in 2024

New research from Abnormal Security highlights a 26.9% rise in advanced email attacks in the Asia-Pacific, with phishing emerging as the leading threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Document Management

Konica Minolta wins Keypoint Intelligence awards for A3 MFPs

Konica Minolta has been lauded by Keypoint Intelligence with five awards, including the coveted 2025 A3 Line of the Year for its innovative multifunctional print devices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Data Analytics

Maurizio Garavello named Senior VP for Qlik in APJ region

Maurizio Garavello has been appointed Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific & Japan at Qlik, set to enhance AI-driven innovation and customer relations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Data Protection

DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs

DigiCert has appointed Paul Holt and James Cook as EMEA and APAC Group Vice Presidents respectively, aiming to enhance digital trust services across both regions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

Closing the gap between intention and action regarding ESG

Australian businesses are increasingly keen to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices into procurement, yet face implementation challenges.

By Brynn Beetge • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Surveillance

CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Digital Transformation

Automation crucial in preventing IT outages in Australia

A new report by PagerDuty reveals that 87% of Australian executives foresee major IT outages and stress the importance of automation to mitigate disruptions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Transparency

Aussies wary of friendships with their bosses, survey finds

A recent survey reveals that 70% of Australians prefer keeping professional boundaries, with only 20% describing friendly ties with their bosses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

eCommerce

Australia leads world in domestic hotel bookings trend

Australia is set to lead global hotel bookings in 2024, with 86% made by Australians, as direct website reservations hit an average of AUD $778.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

Amazon & Temu rivalry heats up in Australian eCommerce

The eCommerce landscape in Australia is set for upheaval as Amazon introduces its budget-focused Haul storefront to compete with Temu's swift rise.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

e-waste & Recycling

Australia tackles e-waste with mobile phone recycling day

Australia ranks as the fifth largest producer of electronic waste globally, prompting a campaign to recycle 24 million unused mobile phones this January.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Document Management

Caseware acquires Australian AI startup Extractly.ai

Caseware has acquired Australian AI startup Extractly.ai, known for its intelligent document processing, enhancing its presence in the audit technology sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Commonwealth Bank of Australia

Australian SMEs struggle with cash flow & profits drop

A CommBank survey reveals almost 80% of Australian small to medium businesses struggled with cash flow last year, prompting various strategies for relief.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Data Protection

Blue Connections IT earns prestigious ISO 27001:2022 status

Blue Connections IT has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, highlighting its commitment to robust information security practices and resilience amid evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025