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Take2 helps parolees & ex-offenders enter tech industry
Financial Systems

Take2 helps parolees & ex-offenders enter tech industry

New Zealand-based Take2 empowers parolees and ex-offenders by teaching web coding and software development, securing an 88% employment success rate within six months.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Australia's tech sector grapples with severe skills shortages
Productivity

Australia's tech sector grapples with severe skills shortages

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Fujitsu earns four Microsoft security awards, launches new services
Digital Transformation

Fujitsu earns four Microsoft security awards, launches new services

Fujitsu has achieved four Microsoft Security Specialisations and launched new Cyber Security Services to enhance protection for businesses in Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior
Breach Prevention

Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior

Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Exclusive: Elastic warns Australia is falling behind in Gen AI adoption
Data Analytics

Exclusive: Elastic warns Australia is falling behind in Gen AI adoption

Australia lags in generative AI adoption, risking a competitive edge as only 42% of companies embrace the tech compared to 81% in India.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Dreame Technology enters New Zealand market with X40 Ultra
JB Hi-Fi

Dreame Technology enters New Zealand market with X40 Ultra

Dreame Technology makes its debut in New Zealand, launching the X40 Ultra robotic vacuum across 17 JB Hi-Fi stores in September 2024.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Women's underrepresentation in Australian cybersecurity persists
Cybersecurity

Women's underrepresentation in Australian cybersecurity persists

Australia's cybersecurity sector suffers from a significant gender gap, with women holding under 25% of positions, notably fewer in leadership roles.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Databricks & Queensland unveil data & AI academy initiative
Data Analytics

Databricks & Queensland unveil data & AI academy initiative

Databricks and Queensland Government announce new Data and AI Academy, aiming to enhance skills of over 100 public sector employees in data analytics and AI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Xiaomi launches POCO F6 series in Australia with advanced features
Features

Xiaomi launches POCO F6 series in Australia with advanced features

Xiaomi launches POCO F6 Series in Australia, targeting budget-conscious tech enthusiasts with flagship performance; prices start at AUD $699.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Segway-Ninebot to open first standalone store in Parramatta
In-store

Segway-Ninebot to open first standalone store in Parramatta

Segway-Ninebot is opening a new store in Parramatta on 31 August, offering discounts on its kick scooters to celebrate. This is its first standalone outlet in New South Wales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
McAfee launches Australia's first AI Deepfake Detector on Lenovo
Email Security

McAfee launches Australia's first AI Deepfake Detector on Lenovo

McAfee launches Australia's first AI-powered Deepfake Detector on select Lenovo PCs, aiming to curb scams and misinformation for worried Australians.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
LMNTRIX recognised in Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide
AI Security

LMNTRIX recognised in Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide

LMNTRIX has secured a spot in Gartner's 2024 Market Guide for MDR services, recognised as one of the top 20 global vendors, boosting Australian cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
AI automation: Does it automatically mean job cuts in mining?
AIOps

AI automation: Does it automatically mean job cuts in mining?

As AI transforms Australia's mining sector, fears of job cuts loom. But Orange Business argues that AI can enhance safety, efficiency, and job security.

By Andrew Borthwick • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Splend named one of Australia's Best Places to Work for 2024
Cartech

Splend named one of Australia's Best Places to Work for 2024

Splend, Australia's largest electric vehicle fleet operator, is named among the Best Places to Work for 2024, emphasising employee satisfaction and sustainability.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Orro & Juniper introduce cloud NAC service in Australia
Firewalls

Orro & Juniper introduce cloud NAC service in Australia

Orro, partnering with Juniper, launches Cloud Network Access Control to simplify user authentication and streamline policy management for existing infrastructure.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Inspiring women in cybersecurity through creativity and inclusivity
EduTech

Inspiring women in cybersecurity through creativity and inclusivity

Immersive cybersecurity experiences and inclusive hiring practices are key to attracting more women into the cyber sector, fostering creativity and diversity.

By Joanne Wong • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Perceptive partners with Qualtrics for enhanced client insights
Customer Experience

Perceptive partners with Qualtrics for enhanced client insights

Perceptive partners with Qualtrics to enhance its market research and experience management services, promising significant benefits for over 150 clients.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024