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Brisbane Grammar unveils new Atturra campus software
Data management

Brisbane Grammar unveils new Atturra campus software

Brisbane Grammar School has launched four modules of the Scholarion Student Information System, enhancing its student management capabilities with AI technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms
Storage

AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms

A new survey reveals that while 41% of Australian firms prioritise data for AI projects, many lack essential data management practices.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
NetApp & iseek expand partnership in Queensland
Data Protection

NetApp & iseek expand partnership in Queensland

NetApp and iseek have bolstered their partnership to boost Australia's digital infrastructure, investing significantly in Queensland to drive regional growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation
Data Protection

Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation

Australian businesses must prioritise foundational data management over AI and cybersecurity to secure competitive advantages in digital transformation.

By John Harding • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Global Stories

CrewAI joins Cloudera to boost enterprise AI capabilities
Data Analytics

CrewAI joins Cloudera to boost enterprise AI capabilities

Cloudera has brought CrewAI into its Enterprise AI Ecosystem to enhance automation and streamline workflows, responding to rising demand in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Gartner highlights six key I&O trends for 2025 impact
Virtualisation

Gartner highlights six key I&O trends for 2025 impact

Gartner has pinpointed six critical trends reshaping infrastructure and operations by 2025, guiding leaders towards future skills and strategic insights.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Solace launches PubSub+ Micro-Integrations for data mesh
Software-as-a-Service

Solace launches PubSub+ Micro-Integrations for data mesh

Solace has launched Micro-Integrations for its PubSub+ platform, enhancing real-time data management across various enterprise systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Gigamon hailed as top value leader in 2024 EMA report
Hybrid Cloud

Gigamon hailed as top value leader in 2024 EMA report

Gigamon has been named the Value Leader in the 2024 EMA Radar Report for Network Visibility, lauded for its exceptional product strength and cost efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals
Data Analytics

A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals

A new report reveals that 76% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand are optimised for AI, positioning them as leaders in the technology sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Cohesity becomes largest data protection provider globally
Data Protection

Cohesity becomes largest data protection provider globally

Cohesity has completed its merger with Veritas' data protection division, becoming the largest global provider in the sector and valued at over USD $7 billion.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Yamaha collaborates with Informatica for AI data insights
Customer Experience

Yamaha collaborates with Informatica for AI data insights

Yamaha has chosen Informatica's Master Data Management to unify data from over 200 systems, aiming for enhanced insights and improved customer engagement.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AWS enhances S3 with Apache Iceberg & metadata support
Storage

AWS enhances S3 with Apache Iceberg & metadata support

Amazon Web Services has launched enhanced features for its S3, introducing managed Iceberg tables and real-time metadata for improved data handling.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
AWS unveils next-gen SageMaker for unified AI solutions
Data Analytics

AWS unveils next-gen SageMaker for unified AI solutions

Amazon Web Services has unveiled a new generation of its SageMaker platform, enhancing data access and AI capabilities for users like NatWest Group.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Navigating the future of AI: Enhancing trust and transparency in business practices
Data Protection

Navigating the future of AI: Enhancing trust and transparency in business practices

As AI permeates all aspects of life, trust and transparency in its use become critical, necessitating new strategies for effective business practices.

By Alyssa Blackburn • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Europeans interested in AI cars but reluctant to pay extra
Artificial Intelligence

Europeans interested in AI cars but reluctant to pay extra

A study shows strong interest in AI cars among Europeans, with 79% keen but only 23% willing to pay extra for the technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades
Cloud Services

UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades

A new study reveals that 94% of financial institutions in the UK and US anticipate rising data budgets, raising concerns over cost control amid increasing expenses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Hetzner unveils new scalable S3-compatible object storage
Storage

Hetzner unveils new scalable S3-compatible object storage

Hetzner has launched a new object storage service, offering a flexible and scalable solution for managing unstructured data at competitive prices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024