Australian stories - Page 102
Abi Nourai appointed as MongoDB's Regional VP for Australia, NZ
Thu, 9th May 2024
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Abi Nourai named new Regional Vice President for ANZ at tech giant MongoDB, set to accelerate AI adoption and business growth in the region following his strategic success in the UK.
ANZ small businesses weigh increased marketing amid economic concerns
Thu, 9th May 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Despite economic concerns, 46% of Australian and New Zealand SMBs plan to increase marketing spend in a bid to survive, with 48% set to raise their budgets by at least 10%, finds survey.
Dynabook unveils Portege X40L-M laptop with AI Copilot key
Mon, 6th May 2024
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ai
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agentic ai
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productivity
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.
MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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myob
MYOB has updated its business management platform to simplify navigation for small-to-medium businesses, enhancing usability.
Exclusive: How ProHance is striving ahead in workforce analytics
Wed, 1st May 2024
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customers
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services
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expansion
ProHance, a rising star in workforce analytics, has demonstrated resiliency amid COVID-19, by helping global businesses optimise remote operations.
How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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business continuity
DataCentre220 teams up with UPS Power Solutions to enhance data security and accessibility for organisations, countering cloud storage hurdles with advanced, reliable technology.
Dropbox unveils new features in Australia & New Zealand
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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encryption
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agentic ai
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copilots
Dropbox boosts productivity and security in Australia and New Zealand with new features including end-to-end encryption, Microsoft Teams integration and AI-powered search tool, Dropbox Dash.
LG unveils state-of-the-art UltraGear OLED gaming monitors in Australia
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
LG Electronics Australia unveils a trio of award-winning UltraGear OLED 800R curved gaming monitors, offering immersive, panoramic gaming experiences with superior performance to Australian gamers.
Exclusive: How SAS is tackling risk management and compliance
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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risk & compliance
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genai
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Innovative analytics and AI company, SAS, led by Chris Schaub, is revolutionising risk management and compliance practices in Australia and New Zealand.
Armis warns of major cyber-attack risk to 2024 global elections
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Armis predicts nation-states could target the 2024 global elections for a major cyber attack, with many organisations and governments ill-prepared for such threats.
Bridgewise secures $21m Series A funding led by SIX Group
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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AI-backed financial intelligence platform, Bridgewise, secures $21m from its series A funding round led by SIX Group to fuel its global reach in securities analytics.
Australian freight sector's crucial role in achieving net-zero emissions
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Freight transport innovators like KoolPak and FreightExchange spearhead sustainable efforts amid concerns of governmental policies undermining decarbonisation goals.
Fujitsu strengthens cyber security with new Australian, NZ division
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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oobe
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.
Booming AI deepfake detector market set to hit USD $5.7 million by 2034
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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intel
Rising concerns over 'deepfakes' pave the way for the booming AI Deepfake Detector Tool Market, which is set to reach over USD $5.7 million by 2034, propelled by advancements in AI and cloud solutions.
Smart Water Meters set to revolutionise Australian utilities
Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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data analytics
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cloud services
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bi
Australian utility adopts smart meters, partnering with Amdocs for data-driven water conservation and enhanced digital metering capabilities.
Avocado Consulting expands partnership with CyberArk
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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virtualisation
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devops
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digital transformation
Avocado, a consulting firm, has announced an enhanced partnership with CyberArk to bolster identity security in Aussie and Kiwi firms amidst swift digital transformation.
Aussie crypto investors positive ahead of Bitcoin halving event
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Amid an impending Bitcoin halving, more than 2,000 Australian crypto investors show optimism, fuelled by significant institutional investments and record-high Bitcoin pricing.
Sharesies expands Australasian footprint with Orchestra acquisition
Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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b2b
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integration
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sharesies
Sharesies expands its Aus-NZ footprint with the acquisition of equity management platform Orchestra, marking a significant stride in B2B growth and equity management services.
Australia sees 45% gap in perceived customer engagement
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
Twilio's 2024 report unveils a 45% perception gap in customer experience between Australian businesses and their consumers.
Workday enlists rock icons for inventive 'Rock Star' campaign
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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martech
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ai
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workday
Workday launches a global ad campaign featuring rock stars Gwen Stefani, Travis Barker, and Billy Idol, aiming to reclaim the term 'rock star' for top business performers while highlighting its AI-driven enterprise platform.