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Wavelink certified to offer Fortinet cybersecurity training in AUS
Firewalls

Wavelink certified to offer Fortinet cybersecurity training in AUS

Wavelink has earned Fortinet's Authorised Training Centre certification, allowing it to deliver Fortinet-certified cybersecurity training across Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Australia's top firms advocate for mandatory digital ESG reporting
Fintech

Australia's top firms advocate for mandatory digital ESG reporting

Major Australian firms like Deloitte and PwC back mandatory digital ESG reporting to comply with evolving regulations, aiming for easier, accurate disclosures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Australian firms ramping up AI adoption across sectors
Artificial Intelligence

Australian firms ramping up AI adoption across sectors

Australian businesses are increasingly adopting AI to enhance operational efficiency across various sectors including health, media, and mining.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
Summer camp tackles Australia's tech skills shortage
Encryption

Summer camp tackles Australia's tech skills shortage

In a bid to bridge Australia's tech worker shortage, 160 students will participate in Grok Academy's summer computer science camp in Sydney and Melbourne.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
Max York, former GE Australia CEO, joins AMSL Aero as new Chief Executive
Unified Communications

Max York, former GE Australia CEO, joins AMSL Aero as new Chief Executive

Max York, ex-CEO of GE Australia, has been appointed Chief Executive of AMSL Aero, bolstering the leading green aviation company's senior leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023
Cradlepoint and UNSW partner for Sunswift 7 solar car's connectivity needs
Application Programming Interface

Cradlepoint and UNSW partner for Sunswift 7 solar car's connectivity needs

Cradlepoint and University of New South Wales join forces to ensure seamless connectivity for the university's Sunswift 7 solar race car.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
NSW MidCoast Council deploys Check Point Software
Tablets

NSW MidCoast Council deploys Check Point Software

Check Point Software has deployed comprehensive security architecture at MidCoast Council in New South Wales with Check Point Infinity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Aug 2023
Main Sequence Welcomes Dr Jason Whitfield for SynBio Push
University of New South Wales

Main Sequence Welcomes Dr Jason Whitfield for SynBio Push

Australia's deep tech investment fund Main Sequence has enlisted Dr Jason Whitfield to strengthen links between the firm and universities.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Apr 2023
ASX 100 company directors ill-equipped for cyber attacks
Cybersecurity

ASX 100 company directors ill-equipped for cyber attacks

A UNSW Institute for Cyber study has demonstrated a significant skills gap around cyber security awareness and resilience among ASX 100 company directors.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 4th May 2022
NSW to give cybersecurity SMEs R&D gift cards
Cybersecurity

NSW to give cybersecurity SMEs R&D gift cards

SMEs in NSW can apply for a 'cyber voucher' which will connect them with cybersecurity research teams from one seven universities.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2019

Global Stories

UNSW wins at Schneider Electric Sustainability Awards 2024
Power / Energy

UNSW wins at Schneider Electric Sustainability Awards 2024

The University of New South Wales wins the Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact award, recognising its leadership in decarbonising operations globally.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
Ryan Perera joins Infinera as SVP of APAC Sales
Unified Communications

Ryan Perera joins Infinera as SVP of APAC Sales

Infinera hires telecom industry veteran Ryan Perera as Senior VP of APAC Sales to drive faster-than-market growth across the region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
Confluent appoints Kamal Brar as APAC senior vice president
IBM

Confluent appoints Kamal Brar as APAC senior vice president

Kamal Brar appointed as Confluent's APAC Senior VP, set to strengthen its presence in Asia Pacific & Japan, delivering real-time data streaming.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Sat, 6th Aug 2022
New book reveals massive flaws in Australian cybersecurity management
EduTech

New book reveals massive flaws in Australian cybersecurity management

Cybercrime has been estimated to cost the Australian economy AUD$42 billion, according to a new book released by a UNSW cybersecurity expert.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Dec 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Turnitin?
EduTech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Turnitin?

Turnitin's APAC office has achieved significant revenue growth since its establishment in 2016, says VP James Thorley.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Thu, 18th Mar 2021
The Dark Web: Not all as bad as it may seem - expert
Data Privacy

The Dark Web: Not all as bad as it may seem - expert

While there is the perception that the dark web is mainly a hub for criminal activity, there are many other reasons why someone may use it.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2021
Scientists use 3D printer to print 'bone' with living cells
Health Technologies

Scientists use 3D printer to print 'bone' with living cells

Scientists at UNSW Sydney have developed a ceramic-based ink that could allow surgeons to 3D-print bone parts with living cells for repairs.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2021
'They don't make things like they used to' - why devices aren't built to last
Tablets

'They don't make things like they used to' - why devices aren't built to last

Apple accused of encouraging obsolescence, says UNSW industrial design expert. Manufacturers should do more to make products last longer.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020