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Survival of the fittest: Indie agencies facing the AI battle
Low code & No code

Survival of the fittest: Indie agencies facing the AI battle

As major networks invest heavily in AI, indie advertising firms are playing catch-up, leveraging cost-effective tools and their nimbleness to stay competitive in an increasingly automated industry.

By Helen Johnson • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
How CFOs can responsibly leverage the potential of AI and achieve success
Unified Communications

How CFOs can responsibly leverage the potential of AI and achieve success

AI gives CFOs a strategic edge in volatile markets, but effective use requires more than just tech: learning, innovation, and ethical standards are crucial.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme
Firewalls

ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme

ExtraHop launches a new worldwide partner programme aimed at improving cyber security, bolstered by its latest revenue increase and growing demand for NDR services.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech
Marketing Technologies

Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech

Raphael Bres is set to harness AI to revolutionise Tradeshift's finance function after he rejoins the B2B eCommerce, fintech platform, amid company restructuring and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
State of Digital Trust 2024: The antithesis of trust is overconfidence
Internet of Things

State of Digital Trust 2024: The antithesis of trust is overconfidence

DigiCert's 2024 State of Digital Trust report underlines the gap between perceived and actual digital preparedness, raising concerns over the complacency of enterprise leaders.

By Armando Dacal • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Data centre containment solutions market to hit $3.17bn
DataCentre infrastructure

Data centre containment solutions market to hit $3.17bn

Global data centre containment solutions market forecasted to surge to $3.17bn by 2034 due to increased investments by large corporations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Kaspersky study highlights lack of progress in cybersecurity upskilling
Education, Learning & Training

Kaspersky study highlights lack of progress in cybersecurity upskilling

Despite investing over $100,000 yearly on upskilling, over 70% of businesses do not see the desired results in their cybersecurity training, reports Kaspersky.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight
Data Analytics

insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight

New fintech insytz aims to democratise global market insights, providing a visually engaging, algorithm-driven platform for investors at all levels to grasp market trends easily.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms
Data Protection

Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms

In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Data centre market boom predicted by 2024 Global Index report
Artificial Intelligence

Data centre market boom predicted by 2024 Global Index report

The global data centre market should brace for high-demand and swift AI adoption, led by significant growth in the Asia Pacific, says a report by DC Byte.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI
EduTech

Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI

Generative AI (GenAI) investments in the Asia-Pacific are projected to accelerate at a staggering rate of 140%, the fastest globally, with spending expected to reach USD $3.4 billion across key nations, according to Infosys Knowledge Institute's research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024

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Global IT leaders see GenAI as transformative, says Elastic study
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global IT leaders see GenAI as transformative, says Elastic study

99% of global IT decision-makers view genAI as transformative, with near unanimous plans to escalate investment in 2024, despite adoption hurdles, according to Elastic study.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
Half of businesses unclear on AI impact despite high investment
Artificial Intelligence

Half of businesses unclear on AI impact despite high investment

Despite 82% of businesses aggressively investing in AI, half remain unsure about its real business impact and integration roadmap, according to a report by Orgvue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Aussie corporate sector warned to enhance cloud security
Encryption

Aussie corporate sector warned to enhance cloud security

Australian businesses are urged to bolster their cloud security following a government report showing 40% of data breaches targeted cloud services annually.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
European banks' AI start-up investments soar in 2023
Artificial Intelligence

European banks' AI start-up investments soar in 2023

Despite a global downturn in AI start-up investments, banks marked a 45% surge in 2023, with emphasis on bolstering regional AI capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
Australian businesses prioritise wellbeing over recruitment in DEI initiatives
Human Capital Management

Australian businesses prioritise wellbeing over recruitment in DEI initiatives

Following a recent global study, Australian businesses are prioritising employee wellbeing over recruitment in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, reflecting the changing priorities of corporate Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
New study highlights financial literacy gap in Southeast Asia
Fintech

New study highlights financial literacy gap in Southeast Asia

A recent study indicates concerning financial habits among Southeast Asians, underscoring the urgency to enhance financial literacy and implement comprehensive planning initiatives in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024