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SYOS to supply uncrewed systems across NZDF domains

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SYOS wins NZDF contract to supply and trial uncrewed air, land and sea systems, adding training and support to boost force modernisation.
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Fortinet to spotlight cybercrime incentives at Davos

Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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Fortinet will use Davos to push cross-sector incentives for cyber intel sharing, accountability and deterrence in a booming crime ecosystem.
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Explainer: Undersea cables quietly powering the AI revolution

Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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Undersea fibre-optic cables, carrying 95% of international internet traffic, are expanding rapidly to support soaring AI and cloud computing data demands.
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Magentus acquires Labflow to boost digital pathology platforms

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Magentus has acquired Labflow to enhance digital pathology platforms, integrating systems across Australia, the UK, India, and Southeast Asia for smarter lab operations.
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AI reshapes skills in tech, finance & healthcare by 2026

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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By 2026, AI will transform skills across tech, finance, and healthcare, requiring new expertise in data quality, trust, and ethical governance, says OpenText.
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Stop failed deliveries this holiday season: A data-first playbook for Aussie eCommerce

Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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e-commerce
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The holiday rush is a make-or-break moment for Australia's online retailers.
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Building mental scaffolding: Why AI makes subject knowledge more critical, not less

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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education, learning & training
AI in classrooms prompts debate on the need for deep subject knowledge, as teachers and students question learning versus easy information access.
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AI training helps regional not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 a year

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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ai ethics & governance
A free AI training programme across regional New Zealand helps not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 annually, boosting efficiency and staff confidence.
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Defence wins Premierships: What sports teach us about cybersecurity

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Barracuda's Managed XDR cybersecurity uses a premiership-style defence approach, aligning threat response like an elite footy team's disciplined defence.
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Icertis acquires Dioptra to boost AI-driven contract automation

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Icertis has acquired AI startup Dioptra to enhance its contract intelligence platform with advanced automation and risk review tools for legal teams.
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Pibit.AI raises USD $7 million to expand AI underwriting platform

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Pibit.AI has raised USD $7 million to expand its AI-driven underwriting platform, boosting automation and speeding up insurance risk assessments.
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Black Kite unveils AI agent to automate 3rd-party cyber risk

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Black Kite launches AI Agent to automate third-party cyber risk investigation, reporting and decision-making, boosting efficiency for security teams worldwide.
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Game review: Battlefield 6 (PC)

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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gaming
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dice
Battlefield 6 delivers epic multiplayer battles with vast destructible maps and vehicles, but its single-player campaign feels rushed and underwhelming.
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AI adoption remains low as event planning roles & timelines shift

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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A VenueNow survey finds AI adoption low in Australasian event planning, with 71% of corporate clients spending over five hours booking venues amid shifting roles.
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STV & Post-Quantum partner to deliver quantum-safe defence tech

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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quantum computing
STV Group partners with Post-Quantum to deploy quantum-safe communication technology across Europe and NATO, enhancing defence against future cyber threats.
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Game review: Wreckreation (Xbox Series X)

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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Wreckreation on Xbox Series X offers a vast 449 sq km open world racer blending Burnout's crashes and TrackMania's custom tracks for thrilling chaos.
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AI guardrails: Building trust in fintech's next frontier

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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data protection
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risk & compliance
Fintech firms rush to adopt AI, with 65% using it despite cybersecurity lapses, highlighting the urgent need for robust guardrails to build trust and ensure safety.
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Adobe Firefly announces new AI tools for video, audio & images

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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martech
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Adobe Firefly unveils new AI tools including video editor, voiceover, and 4MP image generation to boost creative workflows in one platform.
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Extortion and ransomware drive over half of cyberattacks

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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Over half of cyberattacks last year were driven by extortion or ransomware, with criminals focusing on financial gain rather than espionage, Microsoft reveals.
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Iron Mountain to digitise McLaren archives for global fan access

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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Iron Mountain will digitise McLaren Racing's historic archives, using AI to connect fans worldwide with its rich motorsport heritage from 1963 onwards.