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The race to biometric banking is on - which Australian bank will be first
Surveillance

The race to biometric banking is on - which Australian bank will be first

Australian banks are racing to fully adopt biometric banking, offering enhanced security and convenience through facial recognition and fingerprint technology.

By Vito Fabbrizio • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Exclusive: BlackBerry warns Australia must harden govt comms as AI threats surge
Encryption

Exclusive: BlackBerry warns Australia must harden govt comms as AI threats surge

Governments face rising risks from deepfakes and cyber intrusions, pushing calls for sovereign, secure communication systems beyond consumer messaging apps.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Hands-on Review: First impressions of Samsung's Watch 8 revealed
Wearables

Hands-on Review: First impressions of Samsung's Watch 8 revealed

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 debuts with a slimmer design, brighter screen, and Google's Gemini assistant, marking a confident new chapter in wearable tech.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Samsung's latest Fold & Flip phones become available in Australia
Wearables

Samsung's latest Fold & Flip phones become available in Australia

Samsung launches its latest Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Watch8 series in Australia, boasting AI features and record pre-orders amid rising multitasking trends.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Gallagher Security to unveil AccessNow & tech at Sydney event
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security to unveil AccessNow & tech at Sydney event

Gallagher Security Australia will unveil its AccessNow cloud platform and new fence control tech at Sydney's Security Exhibition, attracting over 11,000 visitors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025

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8x8 reports surge in AI-powered CX adoption & unveils new tools
Unified Communications

8x8 reports surge in AI-powered CX adoption & unveils new tools

8x8 reports a 150% rise in AI-powered customer interactions and unveils new tools enhancing CX with AI-driven insights and secure payment options.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user
Document Management

Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user

Mastering work tools-from laptops to AI software-transforms productivity and satisfaction, giving insurance brokers a crucial edge in a digital-first world.

By David Leach • 7 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response
Digital Transformation

Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response

Claroty partners with Google Security Operations to enhance threat detection and response across IT and operational technology environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Online scams trap one third of victims in Australia, New Zealand
Virtual Private Networks

Online scams trap one third of victims in Australia, New Zealand

Research shows one third of online users in Australia and New Zealand fall victim to scams, often only realising after financial losses occur.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
OWC Guardian SSD offers touchscreen security & fast transfers
Data Protection

OWC Guardian SSD offers touchscreen security & fast transfers

OWC Guardian SSD offers fast USB-C transfer speeds and touchscreen hardware encryption, ensuring secure, convenient data protection for professionals on the move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Norton launches AI deepfake detection for mobile in early rollout
Mobile Device Management

Norton launches AI deepfake detection for mobile in early rollout

Norton has launched early access to AI-powered deepfake detection on mobile, helping users spot manipulated audio and video on Android and iOS devices.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within
Malware

The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within

Outdated network hardware poses a hidden threat, turning your vital security 'bouncer' into a vulnerability that invites cyber-attacks and data breaches.

By Debasish Mukherjee • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Norton adds AI-powered deepfake detection to Genie assistant
Artificial Intelligence

Norton adds AI-powered deepfake detection to Genie assistant

Norton has launched AI-powered deepfake detection in its Norton Genie assistant, now in early access via the Norton 360 mobile app in the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Xanadu & HyperLight set new benchmark for quantum photonic chips
Platform-as-a-Service

Xanadu & HyperLight set new benchmark for quantum photonic chips

Xanadu and HyperLight have set a new standard in quantum computing with thin-film lithium niobate photonic chips featuring record-low losses in scalable production.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Kramer launches MTX3-88-PR-PRO for advanced AV switching
Digital Signage

Kramer launches MTX3-88-PR-PRO for advanced AV switching

Kramer unveils the MTX3-88-PR-PRO, a high-performance AV switching system for seamless video and audio management in corporate and educational settings.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025

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Manifest unveils AI Risk module to boost enterprise AI security
Application Security

Manifest unveils AI Risk module to boost enterprise AI security

Manifest launches AI Risk module to provide enterprises with automated, real-time governance enhancing AI model security and supply chain transparency.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
OPPO unveils Watch X2 Mini in New Zealand from NZD $499
Wearables

OPPO unveils Watch X2 Mini in New Zealand from NZD $499

OPPO launches its compact Watch X2 Mini smartwatch in New Zealand from NZD $499, blending style, health tracking and smart features in a sleek design.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025