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Indara wins Australian government funds for telco resilience project

Indara Digital Infrastructure is set to boost the resilience of crucial tower sites against natural disasters with the help of the Australian government funding part of the TDRI program.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

Unified Communications

Stephen Rue to take helm as Optus CEO in November 2024

Stephen Rue, head of Australia's National Broadband Network, will take on the role of CEO at Optus starting from November 2024, after an extensive global search.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

Fintech

Australian firms hindered by internal comms in tackling cyber threats

Poor internal communication and a disconnect between security teams and C-suite executives are leaving Australian businesses vulnerable to cyber threats, a Dynatrace survey reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

Risk & Compliance

Orbus Software & YVC unveil CriticalXI for maritime & aviation sectors

Orbus Software and Your Virtual CISO introduce CriticalXI, helping Australian seaports and airports navigate incoming legislative changes to the country's critical infrastructure and privacy acts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

EduTech

Rising affordability issues shift Aussies to digital health payments

New research exposes a rise in Australian patients delaying or cancelling healthcare due to cost concerns, urging providers towards digital solutions to meet patients' evolving payment preferences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

Data Analytics

AI tool 'MuveRank' reveals Australian migratory trends

An AI-enabled online tool, 'MuveRank', has been launched, providing real-time data on Australian migration patterns for the first time.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024

Unified Communications

RingCentral launches AI-powered contact centre RingCX in Australia

RingCentral's AI-driven contact centre RingCX sees Australian launch, promising tailored solutions across all business sizes, with a focus on enhanced customer service via omnichannel and integrated capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024

Digital Transformation

Let's dive in! Amperity's CTO on Gen AI as catalyst for digital transformation

Amperity's CTO, Derek Slager, advocates for Gen AI as a game changer for digital transformation and urges companies to fully embrace this technology or risk lagging behind.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Firewalls

Ip.Glass first in Australia to achieve all Fortinet specialisations

Ip.Glass becomes the first Australian partner to achieve all eight specialisations in Fortinet's Engage Partner Program.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Fintech

Australian firms struggle to understand CISO role, says Fastly

A recent survey by Fastly reveals 81% of Australian businesses have a CISO role, but there remains significant confusion around the role's responsibilities and value.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Artificial Intelligence

Dynabook unveils Portege X40L-M laptop with AI Copilot key

Dynabook launches the ultra-light Portege X40L-M laptop featuring Intel Core Ultra CPUs, Intel Arc Graphics, and a dedicated AI Copilot key from AUD $2200.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

Clean technologies

Ricoh Australia allies with Close The Loop for sustainable recycling

Ricoh Australia collaborates with global recycling leader Close The Loop to offer a customer-centric and sustainable recycling service.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024

EduTech

Firms must embrace personalised learning for workforce development

Personalised learning is being recognised as vital for modern workplaces, addressing diverse employee needs and facilitating engagement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024

Digital Transformation

ServiceNow bolsters leadership in Australia & New Zealand

ServiceNow fortifies its leadership in Australia and New Zealand as it welcomes esteemed IT professionals Barry Dietrich and David Thodey AO, aimed at promoting customer success and enhancing company culture.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024

Investment

Seeing Machines announces major automotive program extension

Canberra's Seeing Machines is set to invest $26m in the expansion of its partnership with a North American OEM, widening its initial programme to include 19 vehicle models marketed globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Fintech

Australian firms see customer rates hit by increasing fraud

LexisNexis Risk Solutions' study reveals 80% of Australian firms recognise fraud significantly impacting customer conversion rates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Fintech

MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience

MYOB has updated its business management platform to simplify navigation for small-to-medium businesses, enhancing usability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Security Operations Centres

Wavelink crowned as Fortinet's top distributor in APAC & Australia

Wavelink retains its title as the Asia-Pacific and Australia Distributor of the Year at the Fortinet Partner of the Year Awards for the third consecutive year.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024