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Australian Stories

Australian stories

Australian firms struggle to understand CISO role, says Fastly

A recent survey by Fastly reveals 81% of Australian businesses have a CISO role, but there remains significant confusion around the role's responsibilities and value.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Leadership

John Monash Foundation opens scholarship applications for 2025

The Sir John Monash Foundation is now inviting applications for its 2025 scholarship program, offering Australia's brightest talents the chance to study internationally and develop into future global leaders.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Clean technologies

Australian Olympic sailors to sport eco-friendly wetsuits in 2024

The Australian Olympic sailing team for 2024 will sport the world's first high-performance, eco-friendly wetsuits, slashing CO2 emissions by 80%, courtesy of Sydney's Zhik.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Fintech

Aussies sceptical about AI banking, prefers human interaction - study

Despite a surge in digital banking, 58% of Australians remain uncertain about AI-enhanced services due to job loss fears, data security concerns, and a preference for human interaction, says a Publicis Sapient study.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Google

Localsearch pioneers Australian SMB support with nationwide expansion

Localsearch, Australian digital innovation company, expands nationwide in response to a 28% rise in interstate demand from small businesses for its AI-powered marketing solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Supply Chain

Recognition Group launches Sovereign for defence sector support

The Recognition Group unveils Sovereign, a new agency tailored to buoy defence and aerospace suppliers in Australia.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Jo Mikleus joins Avenue Bank's board as independent director

Veteran businesswoman Jo Mikleus joins Avenue Bank, Australia's pioneer of bank guarantees, as an independent, non-executive Board director, replacing Christian Bernecker.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Digital Transformation

Australian emergency services struggle with mobile tech failures

A SOTI report reveals that outdated technology within Australia's emergency services is seriously hampering response rates, with 97% experiencing mobile device failures.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024

Email Security

Australians show interest in using AI for online dating

Over 50% of Australian online daters show interest in using AI to enhance their dating experience and avoid scams, according to a Norton survey.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024

Unified Communications

HP introduces AI-powered personal computers in Australia

HP groundbreaking AI-enabled personal computers - designed to revolutionise productivity and collaboration - have been launched in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Connectivity

Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide

The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Investment

Seeing Machines announces major automotive program extension

Canberra's Seeing Machines is set to invest $26m in the expansion of its partnership with a North American OEM, widening its initial programme to include 19 vehicle models marketed globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Fintech

MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience

MYOB has updated its business management platform to simplify navigation for small-to-medium businesses, enhancing usability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Cloud Security

India ranks third globally for phishing attacks in 2023

India ranks third globally, standing as the most targeted APAC region for phishing attacks in 2023, with the tech sector facing 33% of all instances.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Customers

Exclusive: How ProHance is striving ahead in workforce analytics

ProHance, a rising star in workforce analytics, has demonstrated resiliency amid COVID-19, by helping global businesses optimise remote operations.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Encryption

Dropbox unveils new features in Australia & New Zealand

Dropbox boosts productivity and security in Australia and New Zealand with new features including end-to-end encryption, Microsoft Teams integration and AI-powered search tool, Dropbox Dash.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Digital Transformation

Aqua Security launches SaaS cloud security platform in Australia

Aqua Security launches its SaaS cloud native security platform in Australia to meet surging demand and address data sovereignty, compliance and threat prevention needs amid accelerated digital transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024

Customer Experience

AI forces major operational changes in Australian businesses

Artificial intelligence (AI) is prompting 75% of Australian businesses to significantly change operational strategies within four years, a shift greater than the last 20 years, according to HubSpot.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024

Marketing Technologies

Yahoo ventures into CTV space with Yahoo Identity Solutions

Yahoo Advertising ventures into the Connected TV space with Yahoo Identity Solutions, offering advertiser-empowering tools for omnichannel campaign measurability in Australia and Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

DataCentre infrastructure

How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS

DataCentre220 teams up with UPS Power Solutions to enhance data security and accessibility for organisations, countering cloud storage hurdles with advanced, reliable technology.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

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