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Johnson Controls launches Metasys 15.0 for large-scale smart buildings

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Johnson Controls launches Metasys 15.0, a scalable, browser-based platform for managing smart buildings with up to 1,000 IP devices per server.
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Indosat launches academic AI drive to bridge digital skills gap

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Indosat partners with Indonesian universities to boost AI skills, aiming to address the digital gap with new AI-driven learning initiatives nationwide.
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Tech leaders urge UK to boost early-stage cyber security firms

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Tech leaders urge UK Government to reform procurement and boost support for early-stage cyber security firms to secure global leadership ambitions.
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Elvee launches AI to help colleges cut student dropout rates

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Elvee launches AI platform to help universities cut student dropout rates by identifying at-risk students early and recommending tailored support.
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Australia urged to boost funding & diversity in quantum computing

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Australia must boost funding and diversify research in quantum computing to harness its benefits and tackle emerging cybersecurity risks, experts warn.
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Non-human identities: The invisible security threat reshaping identity access management

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Non-human identities like bots and APIs outnumber humans 50:1, creating major security risks across Australian industries amid rising digital automation.
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Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility

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Anthology’s Fix Your Content Day challenges universities worldwide to improve digital course accessibility in preparation for new US regulations on inclusive education.
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DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.
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Tribes Digital wins grant to enhance DevCheck with university help

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Tribes Digital has won a grant from Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub to enhance its AI vetting tool DevCheck with University of Manchester support.
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Cybersecurity education expands as universities target workforce gap

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Universities worldwide are expanding cybersecurity courses to tackle a growing workforce shortage amid rising cyberattacks on educational institutions.
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Students face hours-long Clearing waits as tech gap widens

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Thousands of UK students faced hours-long waits on Clearing phone lines after A-level results, as tech gaps worsened access to university places.
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A defining moment is approaching for Australian manufacturing

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Australia's manufacturing faces a pivotal moment; ARM Hub's CEO urges rapid SME adoption of automation to boost competitiveness and innovation.
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MHP & QuantumBW join forces to drive quantum tech in industry

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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MHP partners with QuantumBW to boost quantum computing in Baden-Württemberg, targeting real-world applications and industry innovation through collaboration.
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Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Steve Cooke celebrates 20 years at Gallagher Security, marking 40 years in security with a strong impact across New Zealand and the Pacific.
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Researchers directly measure quantum distance for the first time

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Researchers at Yonsei University have directly measured the quantum distance in black phosphorus, a first that could boost quantum computing and advanced materials.
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Halo Solutions unveils HaloTaskManager to boost task efficiency

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Halo Solutions launches HaloTaskManager, a new tool to enhance real-time task coordination and efficiency in safety-critical settings across the UK and beyond.
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Fiji adopts first Pacific managed security mapped to ASD ISM

Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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Fiji now has the Pacific’s first managed security service aligned with the updated Australian Signals Directorate ISM, enhancing cyberdefence for local businesses.
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UK universities & insurers launch GBP £2 million AI risk project

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.
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Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.