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Only 10% of Asian businesses ready for personalised growth
Digital Transformation

Only 10% of Asian businesses ready for personalised growth

A mere 10% of businesses in key Asian markets are ready to adopt experience-orchestrated models, highlighting significant data management challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Aussie online shoppers face fraud risks amid festive sales
Payment Technologies

Aussie online shoppers face fraud risks amid festive sales

As the festive season approaches, PayPal reveals 91% of Australians plan to shop online, but warns of rising fraud risks costing over AUD $500,000 last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces
Generative AI

Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces

A new study reveals that generative AI is enhancing productivity in Australian and New Zealand workplaces, with many saving over two hours daily.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions
Firewalls

PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions

PMT Security has launched a new division in Melbourne to deliver comprehensive security solutions for data centres and critical infrastructure in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters
HP

Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters

Rachael Williams of HP highlights the critical need for diversity in tech leadership, urging bold action for better business outcomes and innovation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Rapid Circle unveils Copilot AI Centre of Excellence in ANZ
Unified Communications

Rapid Circle unveils Copilot AI Centre of Excellence in ANZ

Rapid Circle has launched its Microsoft Copilot AI Centre of Excellence in Melbourne, boosting AI-driven solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Angela Robinson named country MD for Australia at Publicis
EduTech

Angela Robinson named country MD for Australia at Publicis

Angela Robinson has been appointed as Country Managing Director for Australia at Publicis Sapient, aiming to enhance digital transformation in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Commonwealth Bank uses AI to enhance customer service
Customer Relationship Management

Commonwealth Bank uses AI to enhance customer service

Commonwealth Bank of Australia is leveraging AI to improve customer service, reducing scam losses by 50%, fraud by 30%, and call wait times by 40%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Gratifii & Fastter launch mobile plans as rewards
Unified Communications

Gratifii & Fastter launch mobile plans as rewards

Fastter has partnered with Gratifii to launch 'Member's Mobile' plans, aimed at delivering savings to 23 million users across Australia.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand
EduTech

Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand

Canary Technology Solutions has acquired Layer 8 Security, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings and promising a comprehensive approach to digital protection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
SafeWatch wins four awards for mental wellness innovation
Data Privacy

SafeWatch wins four awards for mental wellness innovation

SafeWatch, an Australian mental wellness platform, recently clinched four awards, lauded for its innovative community-focused approach to digital mental health.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age
Data Protection

Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age

With children increasingly at risk online, Australia's updated Privacy Act aims to strengthen protections for their data in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

By Alyssa Blackburn • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Adobe report: Australian digital services could save $12 billion
Digital Transformation

Adobe report: Australian digital services could save $12 billion

Adobe's 2024 Digital Government Index highlights that enhancing digital services could save Australia $12 billion and improve access for citizens.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear
Firewalls

Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear

Nozomi Networks has revealed serious vulnerabilities in Advantech's wireless access points, endangering the security of critical infrastructure across sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Aus3C unveils data framework to boost Aussie cyber defences
Data Protection

Aus3C unveils data framework to boost Aussie cyber defences

The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre unveils the Voluntary Data Classification Framework to enhance data security and resilience by late 2025.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts
Firewalls

Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts

A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Obsidian Security completes IRAP assessment for SaaS
Hyperscale

Obsidian Security completes IRAP assessment for SaaS

Obsidian Security has successfully completed the IRAP Assessment, now enabling its SaaS security platform for Australia's Federal Government agencies amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne
Firewalls

Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne

Wavelink has expanded its SecurePath initiative to Melbourne, aiming to tackle Australia's cybersecurity skills shortage projected at 16,600 by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024