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Australian Stories

Australian stories

Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn

A new report reveals that fintech innovation in payments has generated AUD $9 billion in benefits for Australian small businesses, boosting revenues and reducing costs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Physical Security

Salto Systems announces leadership changes in Oceania

Salto Systems has revamped its senior leadership in Oceania, promoting Caine Hillier to General Manager as it aims to bolster operations in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Cartech

Amber acquires Charge HQ to boost EV charging solutions

Amber has acquired Charge HQ, enhancing its electric vehicle charging solutions in Australia with advanced energy management technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Productivity

Anatomy of a wage theft: Australian businesses at risk of criminality

From January 2025, Australian firms face criminalisation for wage theft, potentially incurring penalties up to three times the amount underpaid to workers.

By Jarrod McGrath • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

DevOps

Projected growth for Australian tech hiring in 2025

Clicks IT Recruitment forecasts a robust job market for tech roles in Australia in 2025, driven by demand for cyber security and AI advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

FranConnect launches Frannie AI suite in Australian market

FranConnect has unveiled Frannie AI in Australia, a suite of AI agents designed to automate key operations for franchises and multi-location businesses.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Space

Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Unified Communications

Village Roadshow upgrades to Microsoft Teams telephony

Village Roadshow has upgraded its communications infrastructure by adopting Microsoft Teams Phone, enhancing efficiency across its 32 Australian cinema sites.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Data Protection

Ransomware hits Australian firms hard: 64% halt operations

A recent study reveals that 64% of Australian businesses hit by ransomware attacks had to suspend operations, highlighting severe vulnerabilities in the sector.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Firewalls

Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region

In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Hyperscale

NextDC wins top award at PTC25 for data centre excellence

Australia's NEXTDC has received the Outstanding Data Centre Company Award at the PTC25 event in Hawaii, highlighting its pivotal role in digital infrastructure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 1 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Open source

Ben Henshall appointed SUSE GM for Australia & NZ

SUSE has appointed Ben Henshall as General Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its strategic growth amid rising IT challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Firewalls

Trellix partners with NEXTGEN to boost cybersecurity in ANZ

Trellix has entered a distribution agreement with NEXTGEN to enhance its cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, boosting operational resilience.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

DevOps

How to ensure your 2025 revenue management upgrade is a roaring success

As organisations prepare to upgrade their revenue management systems for 2025, meticulous planning is essential to maximise the benefits of automation.

By Carl Warwick • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

AI distractions could hinder Australian business progress

Following DeepSeek's rise and a recent cyber attack, experts urge business leaders to adopt a cautious approach to AI, prioritising risk management.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

Exabeam appoints new regional sales manager for ANZ

Exabeam has appointed Andrew Balestrieri as Regional Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand, bringing 30 years of IT and cybersecurity experience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Supply Chain

Data security concerns rise among social commerce users

A new SOTI report highlights rising consumer concerns over data security in social commerce, as 54% would avoid retailers using AI to track purchases.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Software-as-a-Service

Iplicit appoints new COO after GBP £25m One Peak boost

Hypergrowth accounting platform iplicit has appointed Olivia McMillan as COO after securing a GBP £25 million investment from One Peak to boost expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Licensing

You'll soon be able to tell your lunch buddy what you earn; and other NZ employment law changes for 2025

New Zealand is set for significant employment law changes in 2025, including a new income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims and a repeal of pay secrecy.

By Sanam Ahmadzadeh Salmani • 5 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Machine learning

Site Safety

Construction firms could cut accident risk as Australian researchers' tool predicts site hazards with more than 90 percent accuracy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

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