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Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term

Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

In-store

Segway-Ninebot to open first standalone store in Parramatta

Segway-Ninebot is opening a new store in Parramatta on 31 August, offering discounts on its kick scooters to celebrate. This is its first standalone outlet in New South Wales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Email Security

McAfee launches Australia's first AI Deepfake Detector on Lenovo

McAfee launches Australia's first AI-powered Deepfake Detector on select Lenovo PCs, aiming to curb scams and misinformation for worried Australians.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

AI Security

LMNTRIX recognised in Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide

LMNTRIX has secured a spot in Gartner's 2024 Market Guide for MDR services, recognised as one of the top 20 global vendors, boosting Australian cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Unified Communications

Tangerine unveils new high speed NBN plans for regional areas

Australian telco Tangerine launches high-speed NBN Fixed Wireless plans in regional areas, offering three pricing tiers to address growing internet demand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

EduTech

Logicalis migrates Western Sydney University to Microsoft Azure

Logicalis Australia has successfully migrated Western Sydney University to Microsoft Azure, enhancing its digital capabilities and supporting innovation across its campuses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Tech leaders struggle as technology costs soar & visibility drops

Tech leaders are under strain as tech costs surge and visibility plummets, with transparency falling from 73% to 53% in two years, Cognizant reports.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Encryption

AWS & AEP partner to build world's largest epilepsy dataset

Amazon Web Services partners with the Australian Epilepsy Project to create the world's largest connected epilepsy dataset, leveraging AI for enhanced patient care.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Supply Chain

Three steps to secure compliance with Australia's new technology asset stocktake requirements

Australia's new PSPF Direction 002-2024 mandates government entities and suppliers to complete technology asset stocktakes by June 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

By Zak Menegazzi • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

AIOps

AI automation: Does it automatically mean job cuts in mining?

As AI transforms Australia's mining sector, fears of job cuts loom. But Orange Business argues that AI can enhance safety, efficiency, and job security.

By Andrew Borthwick • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Firewalls

Cribl secures USD $319 million in Series E led by Google Ventures

Cribl secures USD $319 million in Series E funding, valuing the company at USD $3.5 billion, with Google Ventures leading the round and joining the board.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Workforce Technology

Serco extends nimbus contract to support global workforce

Serco extends its nimbus Cloud contract by three years, benefiting over 24,000 employees globally with advanced workforce management technology.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Productivity

Australia's tech sector grapples with severe skills shortages

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Digital Transformation

Fujitsu earns four Microsoft security awards, launches new services

Fujitsu has achieved four Microsoft Security Specialisations and launched new Cyber Security Services to enhance protection for businesses in Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Phishing

Optus saves Australians USD $250 million with Call Stop feature

Optus's Call Stop saved Australians an estimated USD $250 million from scams, blocking 23 million calls and 36 million SMS last quarter in a major anti-fraud initiative.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Human Capital Management

Nuix to explore ethical AI at 2024 conference series

Nuix is set to host its second XLR8 conference, exploring the intersection of AI and humanity, with speakers like Brendan Dowling discussing ethical AI practices.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Breach Prevention

Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior

Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Crypto

MPs get educated on digital assets in New Zealand workshop

New Zealand MPs attended a workshop on digital assets, learning about cryptocurrency's potential to transform transactions and boost the economy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Fintech

New Zealand fintech Debut eyes first local AI-based open bank

New Zealand's fintech Debut is set to become the first locally-owned bank tailored for AI and open banking, aiming to dismantle financial barriers.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Financial Systems

Take2 helps parolees & ex-offenders enter tech industry

New Zealand-based Take2 empowers parolees and ex-offenders by teaching web coding and software development, securing an 88% employment success rate within six months.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

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