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Exclusive: Zoho backs smaller enterprise LLMs for AI future
Hyperscale

Exclusive: Zoho backs smaller enterprise LLMs for AI future

Zoho unveils domain-specific AI models focused on enterprise productivity, privacy and cost control, steering clear of general-purpose chatbots.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2025
Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb
Storage

Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb

Australian research reveals a 140% rise in phishing clicks and growing use of generative AI apps, raising significant workplace data security risks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
Exclusive: Fastly's Randy Reddig on AI bots and disruption
Firewalls

Exclusive: Fastly's Randy Reddig on AI bots and disruption

Fastly's Randy Reddig reveals AI bots now drive much web traffic, disrupting media models and pushing publishers toward new edge-based solutions.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025
Australian SMEs rush into AI adoption without clear strategies
Digital Transformation

Australian SMEs rush into AI adoption without clear strategies

Most Australian SMEs adopt AI tools without strategies, risking missed growth opportunities despite urgent investments and competitive pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
The future of Digital Infrastructure in Australia, according to Kinetic IT
Firewalls

The future of Digital Infrastructure in Australia, according to Kinetic IT

Kinetic IT highlights modernisation, security and sustainability as vital for Australia's digital infrastructure amid AI-driven challenges and rising energy needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025

Global Stories

Experts urge urgent action on quantum readiness for ANZ
Encryption

Experts urge urgent action on quantum readiness for ANZ

Experts warn Australian and New Zealand organisations to urgently prepare for quantum computing's disruptive impact on cybersecurity and encryption standards.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
Over half of firms lack clear AI policy as risks mount, survey finds
Data Protection

Over half of firms lack clear AI policy as risks mount, survey finds

Over half of firms lack formal AI policies, risking data breaches and legal issues as many employees already use AI tools without clear guidance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI
Physical Security

The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI

Agentic AI enhances productivity by autonomously executing tasks but raises urgent security risks as businesses adopt these powerful tools.

By Gareth Cox • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
Why our business is going AI-in-the-loop instead of human-in-the-loop
DevOps

Why our business is going AI-in-the-loop instead of human-in-the-loop

Alexander PR adopts AI-in-the-loop approach, placing AI within human-led workflows to boost accuracy and creativity while maintaining quality control.

By Dwayne Alexander • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Thinking Machines & OpenAI partner to boost AI skills in APAC
Artificial Intelligence

Thinking Machines & OpenAI partner to boost AI skills in APAC

Thinking Machines partners with OpenAI as its first APAC Services Partner to boost AI skills and implement ChatGPT Enterprise across Asia Pacific firms.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Daon named leader in identity verification amid AI deepfake threats
Biometrics

Daon named leader in identity verification amid AI deepfake threats

Gartner names Daon a Leader in identity verification, citing its advanced biometric tech and AI defences against rising deepfake fraud threats worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
AI adoption surges among non-graduate workers in global south
Generative AI

AI adoption surges among non-graduate workers in global south

A study reveals 65% of entry-level, non-graduate workers in the global south use AI at work, nearly double the rate seen in high-income countries.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025
AI bots drive 80% of bot traffic, straining web resources
Large Language Models

AI bots drive 80% of bot traffic, straining web resources

AI crawlers now account for 80% of bot traffic, with Meta leading, placing huge strain on web resources and raising concerns over data bias and security risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
Exclusive: Adobe's Scott King reveals how AI is driving speed and personalisation
EduTech

Exclusive: Adobe's Scott King reveals how AI is driving speed and personalisation

Marketers are harnessing AI and workflow tools to rapidly deliver personalised content, boosting agility amid soaring demand for faster, tailored campaigns.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025
AI-driven referrals transform shopping, travel & banking online
Marketing Technologies

AI-driven referrals transform shopping, travel & banking online

AI-driven referrals to US retail, travel, and banking sites have surged over tenfold since July 2024, reshaping online shopping and boosting engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

AI company registrations in UK surge 1,321% since ChatGPT launch
EduTech

AI company registrations in UK surge 1,321% since ChatGPT launch

Registrations of UK tech firms with 'AI' in their name have soared 1,321% since ChatGPT's 2022 launch, signalling rapid growth in the AI sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
End-user resistance to AI slows automation despite its benefits
Digital Transformation

End-user resistance to AI slows automation despite its benefits

A UK survey reveals 83% of end-users resist AI automation at work, despite its potential to transform roles and boost productivity by 2030.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025