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Bonzai to enhance digital ad viewability performance
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Digital advertising platform Bonzai releases 'Fillboard', a premium ad format designed to optimise viewability and maximise brand engagement.
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Mastercard introduces fraud-fighting checkout upgrade
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Mastercard introduces its tokenised 'Click to Pay' system in Australia, aiming to thwart up to 90% of the country's payment card fraud.
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Aussie corporate sector warned to enhance cloud security
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Australian businesses are urged to bolster their cloud security following a government report showing 40% of data breaches targeted cloud services annually.
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PagerDuty launches enterprise Incident Management plan in the Asia-Pacific
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PagerDuty has launched its enterprise Incident Management solution in Australia, New Zealand, and Asia-Pacific, aimed at streamlining processes, reducing reputational risks, and cutting costs for digital businesses.
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Veritas upgrades Backup Exec to escalate cyber defence for Australian SMBs
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Veritas Technologies releases upgrades for its Backup Exec solution, offering added cyber-resilience features for small and medium-sized businesses amid a 14% increase in Aussie cybercrime.
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Australia, NZ brands scoop Adobe Experience Maker Awards
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bi
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data analytics
Aussie and Kiwi companies lauded at the Adobe Experience Maker awards for their digital innovation, securing three major accolades.
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Fortinet strengthens Brennan partnership for Australian cybersecurity boost
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firewall
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network infrastructure
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Cybersecurity firm Fortinet extends its partnership with Brennan in Australia, announcing their inaugural managed security service provider enterprise agreement to enhance secure software-defined wide area network migrations.
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AUCloud & Command Hub unite to launch CrisisHub platform
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cloud services
AUCloud partners with Command Hub to launch CrisisHub, an ultra-secure platform designed to aid Australian businesses and government agencies in coping with technical outages and cyber-attacks.
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Stripe extends Amazon partnership to power Just Walk Out technology in Australia
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commerce systems
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payment gateways
Stripe enhances partnership with Amazon in Australia, powering payments for the revolutionary 'Just Walk Out' technology, for an unrivalled seamless shopping experience.
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APJ manufacturers face mounting API cyber threat, says Akamai
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cloud services
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gaming
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advanced persistent threat protection
Akamai's latest SOTI report reveals almost 15% of 2023 web attacks in the APJ region targeted APIs, particularly hitting manufacturers.
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Tangerine scores high in Finder's & WeMoney's telco awards
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telco
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Tangerine has clinched key awards at the recent Finder’s nbn and Mobile Awards and WeMoney Telco and Broadband Awards.
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ANZ retailers struggle with omnichannel experience
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ANZ retailers struggle with inventory accuracy, hindering smooth omnichannel shopping experiences, according to a Manhattan Associates study.
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RIC's digital transformation revolutionises Australian farm loans
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cloud services
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The Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) and Infosys Finacle have successfully launched the SaaS-based Finacle Digital Lending Solution, streamlining RIC's operations and lowering costs.
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Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI
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Generative AI (GenAI) investments in the Asia-Pacific are projected to accelerate at a staggering rate of 140%, the fastest globally, with spending expected to reach USD $3.4 billion across key nations, according to Infosys Knowledge Institute's research.
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Wolters Kluwer joins forces with BDO for BEPS Pillar Two webinar
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compliance
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Wolters Kluwer and BDO join forces in a webinar, aiming to provide expert insights to navigate the complex challenges faced by multinational firms due to BEPS Pillar Two.
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World Backup Day highlights importance of sustainable data practices
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cloud services
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advanced persistent threat protection
In the run-up to World Backup Day, data storage giants emphasise the importance of secure, eco-friendly backup practices amid escalating AI deployment and sustainability concerns.
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Gallagher Security enhances SMB system with new features
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Gallagher Security enhances SMB cloud-based system with Video Linking and Panic Notifications features, increasing adaptability and control for businesses globally.
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Singapore leads global shift towards international online shopping
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Over half the global consumers expect to increase their international online shopping by 2024, with a focus on flexible payment and shipping options, according to a report by Airwallex.
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Australian platform Marmalade raises AU$16m to support SMB financial health
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accounting systems
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digital banking
Australian fintech Marmalade secures AU$16m to bolster its invoice payment solution for SMEs, aiming at mitigating cashflow issues and providing risk-free capital.
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AI-driven job evolution prompts workforce adaptation in Australia
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alteryx
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Alteryx's research reveals an impending AI-driven transformation of labour market roles in Australia, showing a clash between current hiring priorities and necessary skills.
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AIA & SAS team up to address Australia's data skills gap
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AIA and SAS form strategic partnership to curtail Australia's data skills deficit, using SAS's data, AI, and analytics tools to prepare future leaders in analytics and business transformation.
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Swoop Holdings welcomes Declan O'Callaghan as new COO
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fixed wireless
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telco
Telecoms firm Swoop Holdings announces Declan O'Callaghan, seasoned industry leader, as its new Chief Operating Officer, following a highly successful H1 FY24.
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AI could boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%
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cloud services
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payroll systems
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public cloud
New AWS research highlights potential for AI proficiency to boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%, with IT and business sectors standing to gain the most.
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Amber Technology seals exclusive distribution deal with Mojawa
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Amber Technology becomes exclusive distributor for Mojawa's innovative bone conduction headphones, marking Mojawa's debut in ANZ.