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Gen data reveals 12% of Kiwis are victims of cybercrime
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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A Gen report has revealed that 12% of New Zealanders fell victim to cybercrime in the past year, impacting both finances and mental health.
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California judge partially dismisses claims against Microsoft & OpenAI
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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A California judge has partially dismissed claims against Microsoft and OpenAI over alleged unauthorised use of intellectual property in GitHub Co-pilot.
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Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 142 vulnerabilities, experts weigh in
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday update tackles 142 vulnerabilities, including two zero-day and five critical remote code execution flaws, urging prompt user action.
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Skillsoft & Microsoft launch GenAI programme to boost productivity
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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Skillsoft and Microsoft have launched a generative AI upskilling programme aimed at enhancing global business productivity by equipping workforces with AI expertise.
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Enterprise IoT market hits USD $269 billion amid growth shifts
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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The enterprise IoT market hit USD $269 billion in 2023, with 15% growth. Expected deceleration in 2024 due to economic concerns could shift investment focus to software.
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ADLINK unveils compact OSM modules for advanced IoT solutions
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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edge computing
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iot
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cloud services
ADLINK Technology has launched the compact OSM modules, measuring just 45mm x 45mm, to enhance IoT applications with advanced functionality and resilience.
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Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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A new report from Capgemini reveals that generative AI is set to reshape 85% of the software workforce by 2025, enhancing efficiency and innovation.
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Riverside appoints former Deliveroo CEO McManus as senior partner
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Riverside appoints former Deliveroo CEO Ed McManus as Senior Operating Partner, aiming to leverage his extensive experience to drive growth in Australia and New Zealand.
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Dayforce report reveals disconnect between executives & workers
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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A new Dayforce report reveals significant disconnects between executives' perceptions and the realities faced by frontline workers and middle managers in Australia and New Zealand.
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Freelance like a pro: Insider tips from millionaire freelancers on Fiverr
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Millionaire Fiverr freelancers share pivotal tips on thriving in the freelance world, from skill development to client relationships. Here's how to excel.
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Patch Tuesday has revealed 139 vulnerabilities
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday reveals 139 vulnerabilities, including two zero-days under active exploitation: Hyper-V's EoP and MSHTML Spoofing.
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Qualys launches report to tackle tech debt & cyber risks
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Qualys has launched a no-cost Tech Debt Report to help organisations identify and mitigate cyber risks from outdated technology.
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Freshworks report highlights strong AI adoption in APAC workplaces
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Freshworks' Global AI Workplace Report reveals that 55% of employees globally are using AI tools, with 70% in APAC region using AI weekly.
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Azul appoints Aquion as new ANZ distributor to lower Java costs
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Aquion becomes Azul's new distributor in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to cut Java licensing costs and enhance application performance amid rising Oracle Java expenses.
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Xero launches SGD $630,000 fund to support small businesses
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Xero has launched the second Xero Beautiful Business Fund to help small businesses and non-profits with their expansion plans.
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Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.
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Ennoventure enhances leadership team to drive strategic growth
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Ennoventure reshuffles its leadership with Taylor Tresselt as CCO and Chad Kite joining the Board, aiming to bolster strategic growth in anti-counterfeit tech.
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Figma launches AI-driven tools with strong privacy focus
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Figma unveils AI-driven features to boost design efficiency and creativity, while emphasizing strong data privacy and security measures in AI model development.
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Ray White & Canva expand partnership across Australasia
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Ray White extends Canva Enterprise access to all its members in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing marketing efficiency and brand consistency.
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Executives express optimism & concern over AI's business impact
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Okta’s AI at Work 2024 report reveals 89% of executives see AI positively, but security and data privacy concerns loom large. Chiefs show notable yet uneven AI understanding.