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Asia Pacific faces rising fraud threat, Forrester report warns
Network Infrastructure

Asia Pacific faces rising fraud threat, Forrester report warns

A Forrester report warns that the Asia Pacific region faces a growing threat from fraud, with incident rates exceeding the global average, straining financial institutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
AI drives productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand
Generative AI

AI drives productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand

AI is boosting productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand, reveals new research by AI Forum NZ, Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Samsung unveils AI-integrated tech updates ahead
Samsung

Samsung unveils AI-integrated tech updates ahead

Samsung unveiled upgrades ahead: an enhanced Bixby voice assistant, new high-end projectors, and advanced features for its AI-powered Samsung Food platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Intel launches Core Ultra 200V processors with AI advancements
Cloud Services

Intel launches Core Ultra 200V processors with AI advancements

Intel unveils the Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors, promising up to 50% lower power consumption and groundbreaking AI performance for mobile devices.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing
Firewalls

Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing

Zyxel Networks' AI-powered cloud solutions are transforming manufacturing efficiency, addressing IoT complexity, and boosting security across global factories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
EduTech

Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers

Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Hitachi Vantara earns ENERGY STAR certification for storage solutions
Storage

Hitachi Vantara earns ENERGY STAR certification for storage solutions

Hitachi Vantara's Virtual Storage Platform One Block storage appliance has earned ENERGY STAR certification, leading the way in efficient energy use and performance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Women in Cyber: Jill Macmurchy talks resilience and diversity
Data Analytics

Women in Cyber: Jill Macmurchy talks resilience and diversity

Jill Macmurchy, APAC Chief Customer Officer at Commvault, champions resilience and diversity in tech, inspiring women ahead of International Women in Cyber Day.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Murali Swaminathan named Chief Technology Officer at Freshworks
Human Capital Management

Murali Swaminathan named Chief Technology Officer at Freshworks

Freshworks appoints Murali Swaminathan as CTO, bringing over 30 years of software engineering experience to lead its global technology and innovation strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Paris AI startup Steerlab raises USD $1.9 million in pre-seed round
Hyperscale

Paris AI startup Steerlab raises USD $1.9 million in pre-seed round

AI startup Steerlab secures USD $1.9m pre-seed funding to enhance its platform automating RFP responses, aiming to attract top talent and scale sales in US and Europe.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Futureverse selects Ripple Custody for digital asset security
Artificial Intelligence

Futureverse selects Ripple Custody for digital asset security

Futureverse partners with Ripple Custody for secure digital asset management, leveraging Ripple's security and compliance strengths to bolster its AI and metaverse offerings.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Orion Health partners with Franklin Hospital for digital upgrades
Digital Transformation

Orion Health partners with Franklin Hospital for digital upgrades

Orion Health partners with Franklin Hospital to enhance digital health infrastructure, launching key software systems in April 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Observability-driven digital customer experience is make or break for enterprise businesses
Data Analytics

Observability-driven digital customer experience is make or break for enterprise businesses

Modern enterprises must master observability to meet soaring digital demands in the APAC region, blending legacy systems with agile, predictive solutions.

By Jason Leonidas • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
JBL debuts Soundgear Frames & Soundgear Sense in New Zealand
Digital Entertainment

JBL debuts Soundgear Frames & Soundgear Sense in New Zealand

JBL debuts Soundgear Frames and Sense headphones in New Zealand, blending advanced technology with environmental consciousness for a transformative audio experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Zendesk launches Relay to enhance customer communications
Customer Experience

Zendesk launches Relay to enhance customer communications

Zendesk ANZ launches Relay to help businesses send proactive, personalised messages via WhatsApp and SMS, enhancing customer service and boosting sales.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership
Cybersecurity

BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership

BlackBerry teams up with Dicker Data to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, addressing growing regional cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
ProHance report reveals productivity divergence across sectors
Supply Chain

ProHance report reveals productivity divergence across sectors

ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report reveals stark productivity trends, with non-tech sectors seeing a 6% rise, contrasting tech's 4% decline.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Cybersecurity gaps in New Zealand SMEs highlighted by NCSC
EduTech

Cybersecurity gaps in New Zealand SMEs highlighted by NCSC

A study by NCSC reveals a severe gap in cybersecurity preparedness among SMEs. Despite acknowledging its importance, only 48% feel ready for cyber incidents.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Broadcom launches Rally Anywhere to boost enterprise agility
Software-as-a-Service

Broadcom launches Rally Anywhere to boost enterprise agility

The on-premises enterprise agility platform is designed to enhance global team collaboration while ensuring data sovereignty and security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024