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Biometrics market projected to reach USD $173.7bn by 2032, says report
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The surge in demand for secure identification boosts the market valuation of biometrics technology, set to rise from USD $50.3bn in 2023 to USD $173.7bn by 2032, according to DataHorizzon Research.
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SNS unveils enhanced EVO Suite at NAB Show 2024 for boosted collaboration
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storage
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collaboration
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cloud storage
Media tech operator Studio Network Solutions unveiled updates to its EVO Suite at NAB Show 2024, with highlights on enhanced creative collaboration and productively streamlined workflows.
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Fujitsu strengthens cyber security with new Australian, NZ division
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Fujitsu intensifies its battle against cybercrime in Australia and New Zealand by establishing a dedicated team of data security specialists, consolidating regional expertise and acquisitions like Enable and oobe.
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Confluent lauded in IDC MarketScape reports for data streaming prowess
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cloud services
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leadership
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analyst report
Data streaming operator Confluent garners leadership status in two IDC MarketScape reports, underscoring the increasing role of real-time data streaming technology in businesses' strategic and operational objectives.
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Smart Water Meters set to revolutionise Australian utilities
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bi
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big data
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cloud services
Australian utility adopts smart meters, partnering with Amdocs for data-driven water conservation and enhanced digital metering capabilities.
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Check Point boosts email security with new AI-powered features
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cloud services
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dr
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microsoft
Check Point Software Technologies bolsters email security with new features, including unified quarantine and DMARC monitoring to combat advanced phishing threats.
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Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant now widely available as add-on
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Adobe has opened up the full range of capabilities of Acrobat AI Assistant with an add-on subscription which will transform customer interactions with PDFs and enhance productivity.
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Akamai unveils cloud solution with NVIDIA GPU for efficient media processing
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gaming
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technology gifts
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economics
Akamai Technologies enhances its cloud portfolio with NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation GPUs optimised offering, set to revolutionise media processing applications with fast, energy-efficient service.
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Why human-centric designed workspaces are key to driving business success
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ai
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wfh
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productivity
Companies needing to retain talent and boost productivity are redesigning office spaces to cater to a hybrid workforce, as per PWC research, indicating this trend is here to stay.
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Adobe set to revolutionise video production with new AI tools
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video
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Adobe is set to revolutionise video creation with its new generative AI tools within Premiere Pro, streamlining workflows and facilitating seamless object editing in scenes.
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Gartner outlines top tech trends transforming public sector by 2024
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public sector
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government
Gartner outlines the top five tech trends set to transform the public sector by 2024, including adaptive security and AI for decision intelligence.
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Sapro-Tech forms strategic partnership with top NZ fashion firms
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nz
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investment
NZ firm Sapro-Tech forms strategic alliances with leading fashion brands SABEN, taylor, Velvet Heartbeat, and YY NATION, promoting sustainable materials derived from fungi.
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Unlocking leadership excellence in the digital age: Satya Nadella's blueprint for tech leaders
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microsoft
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leadership
Satya Nadella’s leadership ethos, combining authenticity, empathy, and intent, redefines success in the digital era, transforming both Microsoft's journey and tech industry paradigms.
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Simon Noonan joins MYOB as new Chief Technology Officer
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accounting systems
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digital transformation
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digital banking
Simon Noonan appointed as the new Chief Technology Officer at MYOB in line with their mission to improve services and drive innovation for businesses in Australia and New Zealand.
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TVNZ launches innovative sports streaming service with MediaKind & Qibb
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cloud services
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video
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public cloud
TVNZ, in alliance with MediaKind and Qibb, debuts a cutting-edge sports streaming service on TVNZ+, using cloud-based platform for efficient live streaming of major sports events.
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Schneider Electric speeds up cloud migration with CAST Highlight
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microsoft
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power / energy
Schneider Electric accelerates cloud transition with CAST Highlight, shortening labour-intensive discovery work and aiding the refactoring and migration of apps to the Microsoft Azure platform.
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Tetrate debuts Enterprise Gateway for Envoy within Kubernetes
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firewall
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breach prevention
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open source
Tetrate launches first-of-its-kind, fully supported distribution of Envoy Gateway for Kubernetes, marking its debut in the Gateway Ecosystem.
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Starburst unveils scalable Icehouse implementation on Galaxy platform
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Starburst unveils Game-changing Icehouse offering on its multi-cloud data lakehouse service, Galaxy, enabling customers a smooth transition to cost-effective, open data architecture.
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Jan Van Tieghem appointed as Director of Technical Sales Support for PPDS
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Experienced AV engineer, Jan Van Tieghem, takes the helm as the new Director of Technical Sales Support for global provider, PPDS, boasting a 15-year tenure in Philips Professional Displays.
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Sony launches ULT Power Sound series with artist Peso Pluma
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digital music
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nz
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sony
Sony is set to launch its ULT POWER SOUND series, a range of wireless speakers and headphones designed to enhance immersive audio, featuring a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Peso Pluma.
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SentinelOne makes it to CRN's inaugural AI 100 list
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity giant SentinelOne has earned a place in CRN’s inaugural AI 100 list, receiving praise for its innovative and empowering AI-based solutions in the AI for Cybersecurity category.
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Jetic launches Jetlets, a user-friendly tool for advanced integration
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cloud services
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saas
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ipaas
Jetic launches Jetlets, a low/no-code template, offering users tailored solutions for integration scenarios often neglected by others in the congested SaaS market.
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TeamViewer & Deloitte partner to advance vision picking in warehouses
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digital transformation
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vr
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smart glasses
TeamViewer and Deloitte join hands to promote vision picking, a technique using AR, to optimise complex warehouse operations and mitigate global supply chain pressures.
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Qvest unveils AI adoption strategies in top media companies at NAB
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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ai
Qvest has shared key findings about AI integration strategies among Fortune 1000 companies in the media, broadcasting, and entertainment sectors during the 2024 NAB Show keynote.