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Global IT leaders see GenAI as transformative, says Elastic study
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cloud services
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99% of global IT decision-makers view genAI as transformative, with near unanimous plans to escalate investment in 2024, despite adoption hurdles, according to Elastic study.
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Exclusive: Logicalis Australia highlights CIOs stance on AI
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managed services
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
In an exclusive discussion, Logicalis Australia's CEO, Anthony Woodward, discloses the company's ambitions in AI innovation, highlighting the rising trend of AI adoption among Australian CIOs.
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Australian businesses fortify defences amid rising financial fraud
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email security
Australian businesses tighten cyber defences amid a 354% surge in account takeover fraud, resulting in a record $3.1B loss, calling for strategies that balance fraud prevention with user experience.
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Australia unprepared for cybersecurity threats, says Cisco study
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Cisco's recent study reveals a stark cyber-preparedness gap in Australia as only 1% of organisations are equipped to tackle emerging cyber threats, despite 69% fearing a debilitating cyber incident within two years.
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OutSystems to boost Victoria Police operational efficiency
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app development
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low-code
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police
Victoria Police has selected OutSystems, a global leader in low-code application development, to modernise its operations and enhance officer productivity.
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DTA unveils Learning Pathways to bolster dementia care in Australia
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it training
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universities
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federal government
Dementia Training Australia (DTA) introduces Learning Pathways, an online tool for enhancing dementia care standards nationwide.
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Four-day week could become standard by 2029 – report
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productivity
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singapore
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fwa
One third of Singapore's workforce predicts a four-day work week to be standard by 2029, according to a recent survey.
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Exclusive: How Sportradar is fighting back against match fixing
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ai
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sports
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nz
Sportradar is battling match-fixing worldwide, utilising advanced AI in corruption detection and fostering partnerships with over 30 sporting bodies.
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Ingram Micro partners with Meta to boost VR technology reach
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edutech
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gaming
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it training
Ingram Micro has joined forces with Meta to provide its resellers with advanced VR solutions, set to transform industries through immersive learning and work experiences.
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Neat appoints Jason MacBride as its Oceania Regional Director
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edutech
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wfh
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nz
Neat appoints Jason MacBride as their new Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand, placing him at the helm of the company's growth strategy across the Oceania region.
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ShipStation boosts retailers with major platform upgrades
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martech
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cx
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australian
ShipStation unveils a suite of features for Australian retailers, including Checkout Rates and Custom Labels, to bolster operational efficiency amidst rising eCommerce demands.
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Australian group formed to ease 3G to 4G transition concerns
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telstra
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4g technology
The planned transition from 3G to 4G has prompted Australia's Communications Minister to establish a workgroup focused on ensuring a smooth shift.
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BLUETTI AC240 arrives in Australia - Rugged outdoor power
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power / energy
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generator
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fishing
The BLUETTI AC240, a reliable outdoor power source proficient in weathering Australia's diverse climates, has officially launched with an IP65 water resistance and dust proofing rating.
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Databricks sees impressive 70% growth in Australia & New Zealand
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atlassian
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nvidia
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nz
Databricks announces a 70% YoY growth in Australia and New Zealand, fuelled by increased local business adoption of its data and AI capabilities.
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Advanced cybersecurity boosts shareholder return by 372%, study reveals
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cybersecurity
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security ratings
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shareholders
Companies with top-tier cybersecurity practices bolster shareholder return 372% higher than those with basic measures, reveals a global study of over 4,000 large corporations.
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Tech sector faces wage drop & stalled employee growth
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employment
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smes
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employment hero
Tech employees reel as Australia's labour market faces a wage drop and stagnant employee growth, according to Employment Hero's recent SME Index.
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Calabrio & Customer Driven expand partnership into Australia
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cx
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martech
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Workforce management firm Calabrio expands its partnership with Customer Driven Solutions to enhance contact centre operations in Australia.
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Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms
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data protection
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cloud services
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cryptocurrency
In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.
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Exclusive Networks acquires NEXTGEN Group to bolster APAC presence
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Cybersecurity giant, Exclusive Networks, unveils plans to fully acquire channel services firm, NEXTGEN Group, boosting its market presence across the Asia-Pacific region.
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Eutelsat & Sat One partnership launches satellite services in Australasia
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telstra
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digital divide
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nz
Eutelsat Group joins forces with Sat One utilising OneWeb's Low Earth Orbit to deliver first-time land and maritime services in remote Australasia; improving enterprise-grade connectivity.
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Adrian Ng named Tecala's new Head of Professional Services
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cloud services
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project management
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it automation
Tecala Group, Australia's renowned technology service provider, appoints industry veteran Adrian Ng as Head of Professional Services, reinforcing its commitment to customer-focused service excellence.
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KPMG Australia announces formal alliance with SAP
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partner programmes
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digital transformation
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KPMG Australia partners with SAP through the SAPPartnerEdge programme to accelerate the delivery of industry-specific, tech-driven solutions.
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Zscaler's 2024 report examines AI use & rising security risks
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edutech
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cloud security
Zscaler's 2024 AI Security Report shows a 600% surge in enterprise use of AI/ML tools despite the increasing risk of accidental data breaches.
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Vodafone urges Aussies to back up digital memories ahead of World Backup Day
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smartphones
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data protection
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cloud services
In 2023, over 22,000 device accidents were reported by Vodafone customers, threatening invaluable digital memories. The company has urged Australians to regularly backup data, particularly with World Backup Day coming up on March 31.