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Australian stories

Exclusive: How 'essential' internships are easing Australia's tech skills shortage

Australian universities and tech firms are partnering on immersive internships to bridge the 1.3 million tech skills gap by 2030 and boost job readiness.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Human Capital Management

Konica Minolta Australia named a top workplace for 2025 by staff

Konica Minolta Australia has been named a Great Place To Work CertifiedTM workplace for 2025, with 72% of staff citing it a great place to work.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Unified Communications

Nimbus launches compliance solution on Genesys AppFoundry

Nimbus has launched its compliance solution on the Genesys AppFoundry, aiding Australian businesses in automating workforce compliance and payroll accuracy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Risk & Compliance

True Alliance taps Celonis & TEC150 for procurement overhaul

Sydney-based True Alliance partners with Celonis and TEC150 to revamp procurement, boosting compliance and controls using Celonis' Process Intelligence platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Crypto

Bitcoin reaches all-time high of USD $112,000 on ETF inflows

Bitcoin soared to a record USD $112,000 in May, driven by USD $5.25 billion ETF inflows and rising corporate cryptocurrency holdings worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Customer Experience

Australian marketers boost budgets as commerce media reshapes ads

Australian marketers are boosting budgets for commerce media, which now makes up 30% of spend as brands shift to personalised, integrated shopping experiences.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Unified Communications

RingCentral debuts customer journey analytics for Australian users

RingCentral has launched Customer Journey Analytics for Australian users of its RingCX platform, enhancing visibility across unified communications and contact centres.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025

Displays

AOC launches Mini-LED gaming monitor in Australia at AUD $489

AOC launches its new 27-inch QHD Mini-LED gaming monitor in Australia, priced at AUD $489, boasting 180 Hz and DisplayHDR 1000 certification.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Software-as-a-Service

Ignition unveils AI tool to help businesses set smarter prices

Ignition is developing an AI tool to help service businesses set smarter prices using real billing data, aiming to boost confidence and optimise revenues.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Malware

Exclusive: Why cyber leaders must think like business leaders in APAC

Cybersecurity leaders in APAC must blend technical skills with business insight to align cyber risks with enterprise goals, says Check Point's Jayant Dave.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Hyperscale

NEXTDC unveils AUD $2 billion AI campus in Melbourne push

NEXTDC will invest AUD $2 billion in the M4 AI campus at Melbourne's Fishermans Bend, creating a hub for sovereign AI, defence, and advanced technology workloads.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Digital Transformation

Exclusive: CIOs push back on SAP upgrade deadline amid cost fears

CIOs resist SAP's S/4HANA upgrade deadline, citing high costs and risks, while exploring third-party support and innovation beyond the vendor's roadmap.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Rode Wireless Micro a compact mic system for creators

The Rode Wireless Micro is a sleek, compact wireless mic system offering up to 21 hours of quality audio, perfect for content creators on the move.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Unified Communications

AI boosts customer service happiness as global wellbeing falls

Global happiness falls to 58% in 2025, yet customer service satisfaction rises, boosted by growing trust in AI-powered support worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Risk & Compliance

Diligent adds AI tools to Entities for faster, smarter governance

Diligent has enhanced its Entities software with AI tools for smarter governance, integrating features like AI report generation and Microsoft Teams access.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Data Protection

Acronis appoints new ANZ leaders to drive regional growth & security

Acronis appoints Terry Christie and Pete Bouris to lead ANZ growth, boosting cybersecurity platform adoption amid rapid market expansion and rising demand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Marketing Technologies

Cochlear launches Nucleus Nexa, a smart upgradeable implant

Cochlear debuts Nucleus Nexa, a smart cochlear implant with upgradeable firmware and internal memory, enhancing hearing for Australians with hearing loss.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025