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International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Opinion

International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field

Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.

By Megan Young • 4 min read • Sun, 1st Sep 2024
Creating the blueprint for introducing AI and robotics to business: A hospitality perspective
Robotics

Creating the blueprint for introducing AI and robotics to business: A hospitality perspective

Sudima Hotels have seen a 10-15% boost in productivity over 18 months since introducing AI and robots, proving they enhance efficiency without displacing human roles.

By Les Morgan • 6 min read • Mon, 22nd Apr 2024

Global Stories

World Economic Forum (WEF) stories

Ásgeir Óskarsson appointed as BSV Association chief
EduTech

Ásgeir Óskarsson appointed as BSV Association chief

The BSV Association has appointed Ásgeir Óskarsson as its new Managing Director, bringing over ten years of expertise in finance, insurance, and blockchain.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Sat, 1st Feb 2025
TCS surpasses USD $21.3 billion in global brand value
Artificial Intelligence

TCS surpasses USD $21.3 billion in global brand value

Tata Consultancy Services has become the second global IT services brand to surpass a staggering brand valuation of USD $21.3 billion, marking an 826% growth since 2010.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Trellis Data unveils speedier, greener AI decoding tech
Customer Experience

Trellis Data unveils speedier, greener AI decoding tech

Trellis Data has launched a new AI decoding method, Dynamic Depth Decoding, which could cut computational needs by 68.4% and speed up processes significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Logpoint & G'Secure Labs forge cybersecurity partnership
Security Information and Event Management

Logpoint & G'Secure Labs forge cybersecurity partnership

Logpoint and G'Secure Labs partner to boost cybersecurity, addressing talent shortages, regulatory demands, and rising cyber threats with enhanced SOCaaS offerings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Exclusive: Greenbox's CEO discusses e-waste, AI, and future growth
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: Greenbox's CEO discusses e-waste, AI, and future growth

Ross Thompson, CEO of Greenbox, targets a global shift in e-waste management, leveraging AI and sustainability to drive future growth in the circular economy.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Zendesk appoints Lila Tretikov to board of directors
Customer Relationship Management

Zendesk appoints Lila Tretikov to board of directors

Zendesk appoints AI strategy expert Lila Tretikov to its Board of Directors, enhancing the company's focus on leveraging AI to boost customer experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand
Storage

AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand

A report warns of a surge in energy consumption from AI adoption in Australia and New Zealand, with IT managers largely unaware of the environmental impact.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Lumify Group launches new division for digital solutions training
EduTech

Lumify Group launches new division for digital solutions training

Lumify Group, Australasia's ICT training leader, launches a standalone division, Digital Solutions, led by Luci Setoue, to meet growing digital learning demands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Generative AI

AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media

Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
IWD 2024: The benefits of talent mobility for women
Workplace

IWD 2024: The benefits of talent mobility for women

With talent mobility emerging as a growth factor in workplaces, a study reveals women's increased interest in career mobility, but are hindered by lack of visibility into internal opportunities.

By Imogen Riley • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

World Economic Forum (WEF) stories

AI & gamified learning to transform education by 2025
eLearning

AI & gamified learning to transform education by 2025

Gaspard Maldonado of Superprof predicts that AI, gamification, and microlearning will transform education by 2025, enhancing personalized learning experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears

A cyberattack disrupted services at 20 UK railway stations, exposing security flaws in public transport infrastructure and raising public anxiety over data breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Calls intensify for AI integration in national curriculum
EduTech

Calls intensify for AI integration in national curriculum

Experts are calling for AI integration in the national curriculum, highlighting its necessity to prepare Generation Alpha for future digital landscapes.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
IWD 2024: From top to bottom rung: The secret to success is inclusion & diversity
Fintech

IWD 2024: From top to bottom rung: The secret to success is inclusion & diversity

Ahead of IWD 2024, the tech and fintech industries grapple with serious diversity issues despite women making up 42% of the workforce; inclusion and diversity could be the path to success.

By Tamsyn Cole • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Embracing empathetic leadership as key to greater gender diversity
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: Embracing empathetic leadership as key to greater gender diversity

Amidst ongoing gender disparities, International Women's Day 2024 turns spotlight on empathetic leadership as key to driving gender diversity and fostering inclusivity in the corporate world.

By Felicia Er • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024