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Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Network Infrastructure

Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation

Australia's Kinetic IT lands a $23 million three-year contract with the Federal Department of Infrastructure, set to support nationwide digital transformation with new tech services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Australia sees promising future in generative AI – GitHub
Customer Experience

Australia sees promising future in generative AI – GitHub

GitHub predicts a strategic shift in 2024 leveraging generative AI in Australian businesses following a 231% surge in public AI projects in 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns
EduTech

Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns

Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Employment Hero and Sage partner to aid Australian SMEs growth
Human Capital Management

Employment Hero and Sage partner to aid Australian SMEs growth

Employment Hero and Sage forge a strategic global partnership to harmonise payroll, HR, and financial management for Australia's SMEs, aiding compliance with employment law changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

ECI Software Solutions among 2024's Great Places to Work in six nations
Human Capital Management

ECI Software Solutions among 2024's Great Places to Work in six nations

ECI Software Solutions receives a 2024 Great Place to Work certification across six nations, marking consecutive years of recognition for bolstering workplace culture and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024
Linktree hires tech veterans to boost AI & personalisation features
Data Analytics

Linktree hires tech veterans to boost AI & personalisation features

Linktree bolsters senior ranks with three tech industry veterans to expedite its growth and up-end the creator economy through enhanced use of AI and personalisation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024
BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem: Power and chill on-the-go
Power / Energy

BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem: Power and chill on-the-go

BLUETTI unveils SwapSolar, introducing an industry-first combo of a swappable solar generator and portable car fridge, ensuring refreshing drinks and powered gadgets during road trips.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024
71% of Australian small businesses view cyber attacks as major risk
Network Infrastructure

71% of Australian small businesses view cyber attacks as major risk

Cybersecurity threats are escalating for Australian small businesses, with 71% viewing it as a major risk, says a global study by McAfee and Dell Technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024
Generative AI's leap and how 2024 will see a focus on security & ROI
Customer Experience

Generative AI's leap and how 2024 will see a focus on security & ROI

Generative AI looks set to dominate 2024 as enterprises increase their core IT spend on its solutions, with a renewal of basic security measures and drive for ROI amid emergent trends such as smart cloud strategies and digital workplace technologies.

By Ashish Kumar • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Leaseweb launches Multi-CDN service in Asia Pacific region
Software-as-a-Service

Leaseweb launches Multi-CDN service in Asia Pacific region

Leaseweb, a cloud services provider, rolls out its Multi-CDN technology in Asia Pacific, enhancing content delivery performance and slashing latency for sectors including Media, SaaS, Gaming and more.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Elsight unveils global Halo drone communications platform
Unified Communications

Elsight unveils global Halo drone communications platform

Elsight launches a universal version of its Halo drone communications platform, enabling uninterrupted, global drone operations regardless of cellular systems.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Equinix launches Fabric Cloud Router for efficient multicloud networking
Hybrid Cloud

Equinix launches Fabric Cloud Router for efficient multicloud networking

Equinix brings its Fabric Cloud Router to markets globally, enabling efficient multi-cloud connections for businesses within 45 seconds and reducing complex operational costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Cradlepoint launches E100 5G router for pop-up retail in A/NZ
Unified Communications

Cradlepoint launches E100 5G router for pop-up retail in A/NZ

Cradlepoint launches the E100 5G Enterprise Router, a small-scale, high-performing and secure IT solution, catering to retailers and small businesses in Australia and New Zealand amid rising trend of interactive pop-ups.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Spectralink releases Versity 97 Series smartphone in Australia & New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

Spectralink releases Versity 97 Series smartphone in Australia & New Zealand

Spectralink unveils the next-gen Versity 97 Series devices, raising enterprise mobility standards with advanced features like AI noise suppression, app integration, and a rugged build, available in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Gallagher Security appoints Merv Williams as new Chief Marketing Officer
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security appoints Merv Williams as new Chief Marketing Officer

Merv Williams steps up as Chief Marketing Officer at global security firm Gallagher Security, aiming to accelerate growth and improve brand visibility in global markets including the UK, Europe, and IMEA.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Genetec predicts IT-security convergence in A/NZ by 2024
Data Analytics

Genetec predicts IT-security convergence in A/NZ by 2024

Global unified security solutions provider Genetec anticipates fusion of IT and physical security in Australian and New Zealand enterprises by 2024, alongside rising demand for hybrid cloud solutions and access control modernisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom in noteworthy expansion
Software Development

Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom in noteworthy expansion

Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom Technology, marking its first expansion into Australia and New Zealand in the managed IT and software services sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024