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How to prevent brand erosion by your accounts team
Data Analytics

How to prevent brand erosion by your accounts team

Effective accounts management not only collects debts but solidifies your brand's reputation, turning payment struggles into loyalty-building experiences.

By Mark Devlin • 6 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Global Stories

Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches
Multi-factor authentication

Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches

Obsidian Security's 2025 SaaS Security Threat Report reveals a staggering 300% rise in SaaS breaches last year, impacting major firms like Microsoft and AT&T.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Trellix partners with NEXTGEN to boost cybersecurity in ANZ
Firewalls

Trellix partners with NEXTGEN to boost cybersecurity in ANZ

Trellix has entered a distribution agreement with NEXTGEN to enhance its cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, boosting operational resilience.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Public IP faces 2,266 attacks in Spitfire honeypot test
Firewalls

Public IP faces 2,266 attacks in Spitfire honeypot test

A recent honeypot experiment by Spitfire Network Services reveals a staggering 2,266 cyber attacks on a public IP within just one hour, highlighting severe security risks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
SuperOps raises USD $25m to expand AI platform globally
Software-as-a-Service

SuperOps raises USD $25m to expand AI platform globally

SuperOps has raised USD $25 million to enhance its AI platform and boost global growth, aiming to transform IT operations for businesses worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director
Leadership

SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a stark decline in economic optimism, dropping from 107.1 to 91.4, as 69% of SMEs report worsening conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Baya Systems adds industry leaders to board after funding
Board of Directors

Baya Systems adds industry leaders to board after funding

Baya Systems has appointed semiconductor experts Manish Muthal and Siva Yerramilli to its Board of Directors following successful Series B funding.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Rakhshan Zahid leads Reconomy's Re-use division success
Supply Chain

Rakhshan Zahid leads Reconomy's Re-use division success

Reconomy has named Rakhshan Zahid as the new Chief Executive of its Re-use division, succeeding Claire Webb while she remains as Executive Chair.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
O.C. Tanner unveils AI tools to enhance employee recognition
Generative AI

O.C. Tanner unveils AI tools to enhance employee recognition

O.C. Tanner has launched Culture Intelligence, an AI-driven toolset designed to enhance employee recognition and improve retention rates across organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures
Physical Security

Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures

CMTG has advised Australian businesses to assess privacy and data risks before integrating AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, as data protection becomes essential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Juniper & Liberty Global complete cloud connectivity POC
Firewalls

Juniper & Liberty Global complete cloud connectivity POC

Juniper Networks and Liberty Global have completed a successful proof-of-concept, enhancing user experiences through seamless cloud connectivity solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Indian budget 2025: Business leaders urge policy reforms
Fintech

Indian budget 2025: Business leaders urge policy reforms

With the Union Budget 2025-26 approaching, Indian business leaders urge reforms for MSMEs, cybersecurity, and urban infrastructure to drive growth and sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia
Space Technologies

Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Finkeda enhances fintech security with blockchain tech
Encryption

Finkeda enhances fintech security with blockchain tech

Finkeda is combating fintech cybersecurity threats by integrating advanced blockchain and robust protocols to safeguard financial data against rising breaches.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Edinburgh leverages Genetec in Smart City Strategy push
Smart Cities

Edinburgh leverages Genetec in Smart City Strategy push

Edinburgh City Council has adopted Genetec Security Center in its Smart City Strategy to enhance public safety and urban planning, securing vital funding support.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant
Generative AI

Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant

Sage has launched its AI-powered assistant, Sage Copilot, to support small and medium-sized businesses in the UK, enhancing financial insights and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership
Digital Transformation

Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership

Morphy Richards has joined forces with Slimstock to enhance its supply chain, integrating an AI-powered platform to improve visibility and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025