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FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills
Artificial Intelligence

FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills

The Future Skills Organisation's 2024 report reveals major shifts in Australia's finance, tech, and business sectors, stressing skills over qualifications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust
Data Protection

Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust

Paul Henaghan highlights the pressing challenges in Australia's cyber security, noting consumer distrust in data handling among local enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Building consumer trust and cyber resilience in Australia
Data Protection

Building consumer trust and cyber resilience in Australia

A recent study reveals that 88% of Australians want consent before their data is used in AI, highlighting deep-seated concerns over data security.

By Paul Henaghan • 5 min read • Wed, 11th 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
Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne
Firewalls

Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne

Wavelink has expanded its SecurePath initiative to Melbourne, aiming to tackle Australia's cybersecurity skills shortage projected at 16,600 by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding
EduTech

Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding

Semperis is expanding in Australia following a USD $125 million funding boost, targeting enhanced cyber resilience amid rising ransomware threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Global Stories

Skills shortage stories

Exclusive Networks launches Exclusive Global Solutions
Digital Transformation

Exclusive Networks launches Exclusive Global Solutions

Exclusive Networks has launched Exclusive Global Solutions (XGS), a new initiative to streamline its cybersecurity services for partners worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap
Data Analytics

Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap

The automotive repair sector is facing a skills gap as AI transforms vehicles, demanding technicians proficient in modern diagnostics and training methods.

By Chris Iavocou • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Global trade challenges rise with AI & customs complexity
Supply Chain

Global trade challenges rise with AI & customs complexity

A report reveals growing challenges in global trade, citing complex customs regulations, skills shortages, and AI's impact amid geopolitical disruptions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
AcademyEX invests in BSI Learning to advance EdTech in Aus
EduTech

AcademyEX invests in BSI Learning to advance EdTech in Aus

AcademyEX has strategically invested in BSI Learning to strengthen its presence in Australia's EdTech sector, aiming to redefine vocational education.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025
Fintech

Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025

Quadient forecasts that by 2025, blockchain will revolutionise finance teams, enhancing transaction accuracy and transparency in a challenging skills landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
Ransomware

AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Skills shortage stories

ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions
Digital Transformation

ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions

A Workday study reveals that over a third of ASEAN organisations view employee upskilling as a key priority amid challenges in talent management.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights
Human Capital Management

Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights

Skillsoft has launched a new integration with SAP's talent intelligence hub, aiming to bolster workforce skills insights for UK businesses amid skills shortages.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
Security Information and Event Management

UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent

UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
UK, France, and Belgium face AI integration hurdles
Artificial Intelligence

UK, France, and Belgium face AI integration hurdles

A recent survey reveals that IT leaders in the UK, France, and Belgium face significant challenges integrating AI, despite recognising its transformative potential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Hackuity on cyber security challenges & trends for 2025
Skills shortage

Hackuity on cyber security challenges & trends for 2025

Pierre Samson of Hackuity warns that balancing cyber security compliance costs will pose a major challenge for organisations in 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Nov 2024