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RAD celebrates 2024 milestones, seeks more laptop donations
EduTech

RAD celebrates 2024 milestones, seeks more laptop donations

Recycle A Device (RAD) celebrates milestones in tech literacy and sustainability in 2024 while seeking more laptop donations to meet increasing community demands.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Global Stories

KnowBe4 enhances platform with PhishER Plus Threat Intel
Ransomware

KnowBe4 enhances platform with PhishER Plus Threat Intel

KnowBe4 integrates Webroot's website reputation data into its PhishER Plus console, offering enhanced automation and rapid response to web-based threats for security teams worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
AI in Commerce: Why retailers need to beware
Customer Experience

AI in Commerce: Why retailers need to beware

Retailers must tread cautiously with AI technology, where data quality and ethical use are critical for truly beneficial outcomes.

By Graham Jackson • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific
EduTech

New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific

The Ipsos survey has revealed a stark divide in AI sentiment across the Asia Pacific, with high enthusiasm in China but notable scepticism in New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance
Digital Transformation

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Intel unveils Xeon 6 processors and Gaudi AI accelerators
Edge Computing

Intel unveils Xeon 6 processors and Gaudi AI accelerators

Intel unveils groundbreaking AI tech at Computex 2024, including Xeon 6 processors and affordable Gaudi AI accelerators, set to transform multiple sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Ingram Micro launches AWS Marketplace solutions for partners
Firewalls

Ingram Micro launches AWS Marketplace solutions for partners

Ingram Micro launches a new AWS Marketplace DSOR feature, aiming to help partners streamline sales cycles and elevate cloud solution development and selling.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Hitachi partners with Google Cloud to drive AI innovation
Storage

Hitachi partners with Google Cloud to drive AI innovation

Hitachi partners with Google Cloud to leverage AI technologies, including Vertex AI and Gemini models, enhancing Lumada's digital transformation capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning
EduTech

D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning

D2L Link is launched in Australia and New Zealand, a tool for corporate learning system integration, automating tasks and enhancing data accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Hitachi & Google Cloud partner to boost enterprise AI solutions
Storage

Hitachi & Google Cloud partner to boost enterprise AI solutions

Hitachi and Google Cloud join forces in a multi-year partnership to revolutionise enterprise innovation with generative AI, enhancing productivity and software modernisation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Sync secures GBP £6 billion ICT framework with HeathTrust Europe
EduTech

Sync secures GBP £6 billion ICT framework with HeathTrust Europe

Manchester's Sync wins spot on HeathTrust Europe's £6 billion ICT Solutions Framework, joining 10 other suppliers to deliver digital solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
How connected schools are reducing the strain on overloaded teachers
EduTech

How connected schools are reducing the strain on overloaded teachers

Connected schools in Australia are easing the teacher shortage crisis by leveraging technology to enhance classroom connectivity, collaboration, and learning experiences.

By Phil Gaut • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Preparing for a new AI-driven era in software development
DevOps

Preparing for a new AI-driven era in software development

As AI adoption expands in Australia, 68% of businesses are already using AI while 23% plan to in the next year. Ethical and strategic AI integration is essential.

By Craig Nielsen • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses
EduTech

Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses

CommBank and Telstra team up with COSBOA to launch Cyber Wardens, a free training program aimed at safeguarding Australia's small businesses from costly cyber threats.

By COSBOA • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
Slack report reveals rising AI use but trust issues persist
Artificial Intelligence

Slack report reveals rising AI use but trust issues persist

Slack's latest Workforce Index reveals that 95% of Australian employees distrust AI, and 71% report monthly burnout. Despite this, AI usage is up 6% since January.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Google to invest US$2 billion in Malaysia's digital future
EduTech

Google to invest US$2 billion in Malaysia's digital future

Google is investing US$2 billion in Malaysia to build its first data centre and a Google Cloud region, boosting the nation's digital transformation efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Ansvar partners with Interactive to modernise tech & boost security
Data Protection

Ansvar partners with Interactive to modernise tech & boost security

Ansvar teams up with Interactive to modernise their tech stack and bolster security measures, driving enhanced risk management and regulatory compliance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024