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Simply Nootropics recruits renowned neuroscientist Dr. Brian Ramos

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Brian P. Ramos joins Simply Nootropics as in-house expert, bringing over 20 years of expertise to drive innovation and progress for the NZ and AU-based company.
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Exclusive: Claroty's cybersecurity evolution in ANZ digital shift

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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Claroty's ANZ Regional Director, Leon Poggioli, details the firm's pioneering role in the defence of cyber-physical systems amid accelerating digitalisation in ANZ.
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Cybermindz launches CISOSupport for mental health of cybersecurity chiefs

Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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Cybermindz.org has unveiled CISOSupport, an innovative initiative aimed at tackling the high rate of job burnout among cybersecurity leaders by providing tailored mental health support.
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Equinix signs first Asian Pacific renewable energy deal with TagEnergy

Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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Equinix signs its first-ever Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in the Asia-Pacific region with TagEnergy, marking a crucial step in expanding renewable energy.
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HCLTech bags Top Employer title in 26 countries for 2024

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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Global tech firm HCLTech secures Top Employer status in 26 countries for 2024, lauded for outstanding HR practices.
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TEMI & Workia push tech adoption in Australasian firms

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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automation
Aiming to enhance Australia's technological competitiveness globally, The Employee Mobility Institute (TEMI) partners with Workia to foster adoption of new automation tech at local firms.
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Guardz expands cybersecurity services to Australia & New Zealand

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Guardz has expanded into Australia and New Zealand to facilitate cybersecurity for small and medium-sized businesses via a partnership with cloud solution firm Manage Protect.
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Konica Minolta appoints Melissa Dempsey as new Chief Marketing Officer

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Konica Minolta boosts its Australia and New Zealand divisions with the strategic appointment of tech industry veteran, Melissa Dempsey, as Chief Marketing Officer.
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SourseAI expands global reach with Melon Mobile partnership in Africa

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Australian start-up SourseAI partners with South African telecoms innovator Melon Mobile, expanding its global reach, following recent Series A funding.
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Group-IB & INTERPOL collab tackles global cybercrime

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Operation Synergia shutdown hundreds of malicious servers, thanks to cybersecurity firm Group-IB and INTERPOL.
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Cevo & AWS launch strategic collaboration for innovation

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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public cloud
Cevo has entered into a three-year strategic collaboration agreement with AWS, aiming to expedite innovation and meet industry demands.
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Allan Breiland joins On Device Research as ANZ Research Director

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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Accomplished research expert Allan Breiland is joining On Device Research as their ANZ Research Director, bringing over 20 years of experience to help expand the company's brand measurements in the region.
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Netpoleon & Adaptive Shield unite for SaaS security boost in ANZ

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
Netpoleon and Adaptive Shield are joining forces to address surging demand for secure Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions in Australia and New Zealand, in response to a rise in data breaches.
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SmartSat & NZ Space Agency unite for space exploration growth

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Australia's SmartSat and the New Zealand Space Agency unite in a landmark MoU, strategising to boost innovation, R&D, and workforce development in their local space industries.
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CIBC finances Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno for legal tech move

Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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CIBC Innovation Banking funds global legal software firm Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno, marking a pivotal investment in digitalising legal firm workflows.
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Data Privacy Day: Veritas stresses the need for robust data management

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
In the run-up to Data Privacy Day, Veritas Technologies' Pete Murray underlines the critical need for regulatory safeguards amid growing threats from AI-powered cyber attacks.
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FedEx spreads festive cheer with Purple Tote campaign in AMEA

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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clean technologies
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education, learning & training
FedEx Express brought festive joy across the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, gathering over 8,000 kg of supplies during their Purple Tote Campaign, offering aid to over 30 NGOs and around 2,400 beneficiaries.
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Data Privacy Day: Cloudera says to prioritise data security

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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Data Privacy Day focus: As mistrust in data handling soars amongst Australians, Cloudera VP rallies businesses to heighten data security amid GenAI adoption.
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Eco-digital economy set to hit $33tn by 2028, new report reveals

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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The eco-digital economy, marrying sustainability with digital progression, is set to swell from $16.6tn to around $33tn by 2028, a 15% CAGR, says a Capgemini/Harvard report.
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Forpoint Solutions & Velixo partner to transform financial reporting

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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financial systems
In a bid to optimise financial reporting among mid-market firms in Australia and New Zealand, Forpoint Solutions partners with Canadian-based Velixo, merging business process optimisation and advanced analytics.