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Exclusive: SAS says trust gap slows ANZ AI rollout

Mon, 15th Dec 2025
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Australia and New Zealand lead global generative AI adoption with 92% of firms prioritising trust, governance and decision efficiency over cost savings.
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Safe AI coaches staff to cut cyber attack errors

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Safe AI “coaches” embedded in workplace tools are cutting repeat cyber incidents by up to 95%, as firms race to counter AI-driven attacks.
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Exclusive: UiPath sees ROI pressure in ANZ AI shift

Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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Australian and New Zealand firms rapidly adopt agentic AI, now demanding real ROI and robust governance for sustainable, scaled deployment.
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APAC shoppers pay more for trusted brands with data privacy

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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84% of Asia-Pacific shoppers will pay more for brands they trust with personal data, highlighting growing concern over digital privacy and customer experience.
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eccuity launches digital wealth platform for New Zealanders

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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eccuity launches a digital wealth platform in New Zealand to offer affordable, personalised financial planning for business owners and individuals.
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Prophet launches AI agent offering real-time business insights

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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Prophet AI offers businesses real-time insights by simulating their operations through a digital clone, enabling decisions via simple conversational queries.
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TMT ID secures GBP £30m to boost global age verification push

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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British firm TMT ID secures GBP £30m from BGF to expand real-time age verification and fraud prevention globally, focusing on the US market.
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SAS earns top marks for customer interaction software leadership

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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SAS has been named a leader in real-time interaction software for its Customer Intelligence 360, excelling in AI and data-driven customer engagement.
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Capco to deploy OpenAI technology for global finance & energy

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Capco joins OpenAI's Beta Services Partner Programme, gaining early access to AI tech to enhance financial and energy sector services globally.
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Paysafe & Endava partner to transform global digital payments

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Paysafe and Endava have joined forces in a multi-year partnership to revolutionise global digital payments using AI-driven technologies and expert services.
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Exclusive: Informatica's Krish Vitaldevara on AI's next evolution

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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Despite over USD $40 billion spent on enterprise AI this year, 95% of organisations struggle to justify ROI due to data challenges, says Informatica's Krish.
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AI to transform banking & insurance sectors by 2026, says report

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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By 2026, AI will revolutionise banking and insurance, with over half of younger adults using generative AI for financial advice, says Forrester report.
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Guidewire to acquire ProNavigator, boosting insurance knowledge

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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Guidewire will acquire ProNavigator, enhancing its platform with context-aware knowledge to improve efficiency and service in the P&C insurance sector.
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Reflectiz secures $22 million to expand web risk platform

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Reflectiz has raised $22 million in Series B funding to expand its AI-driven web risk platform and establish a global HQ in Boston.
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Prophet names James Sawyer VP to drive predictive growth in ANZ

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Prophet appoints James Sawyer as VP Sales and Partnerships to boost growth and predictive decision intelligence in Sydney and Brisbane markets.
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Navigating hybrid cloud security in the AI era as regulations tighten

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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Australia sees a 17% rise in data breaches as AI-driven threats on hybrid cloud systems surge, prompting tighter APRA regulations on cybersecurity compliance.
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Iron Mountain unveils AI-driven platform for unified data control

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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Iron Mountain launches AI-powered InSight DXP platform to unify physical and digital data, boosting productivity and automating compliance for enterprises.
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Tata Communications launches Voice AI for real-time fintech chats

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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Tata Communications unveils Voice AI platform for real-time, multilingual fintech chats, enhancing speed, security, and seamless automation in financial services.
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AI-driven platforms drive efficiency & service quality gains

Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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Organisations using NiCE's AI-driven CXone Mpower platform report faster response times, better service quality, and improved staff efficiency across sectors.
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Irish fintech attracts nearly EUR €1bn over five years

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Irish fintech has secured nearly EUR €1bn in five years, as new data show strong 2023 deal activity despite weaker European VC flows.