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Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack
Unified Communications

Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack

Nadene Serman, Global CTO of Infotrack, champions innovation and inclusion in tech, driving customer-first solutions across multiple nations.

By Melania Watson • 7 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Unit4 reports cloud success & unveils new services tier
Supply Chain

Unit4 reports cloud success & unveils new services tier

Unit4 has announced fresh leadership changes and a new service tier, signalling strong demand for its cloud migration services and SaaS ERP solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025
Data Privacy

Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025

As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Technology feeds curiosity - and it needs inquisitive women
EduTech

Technology feeds curiosity - and it needs inquisitive women

On International Women's Day, a women in tech shares her passion for STEM, encouraging others to embrace their curiosity and creativity in a dynamic industry.

By HoayPing HP Lam • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: The Untapped Power: How Women Will Catalyse Innovation in AI
EduTech

IWD 2025: The Untapped Power: How Women Will Catalyse Innovation in AI

With women making up less than 30% of the AI workforce, their involvement is critical to driving innovation and tackling bias in technology.

By Sarah Mateljan • 5 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Celebrating the boons of an environment that is conducive to all
Cybersecurity

IWD 2025: Celebrating the boons of an environment that is conducive to all

As International Women's Day approaches, the tech industry reflects on the crucial role of women like Nicole Eickhoff and Jenny Mulcahy in shaping an inclusive environment.

By Lisa Berg Rydsbo • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters
International Women's Day

How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters

As the gender gap in Australian tech persists, experts call for strategic support to empower women in STEM, enhancing diversity and organisational performance.

By Nicole Gorton • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Women at Confluent: Busting myths, breaking barriers & building an inclusive future for Tech
International Women's Day

Women at Confluent: Busting myths, breaking barriers & building an inclusive future for Tech

On International Women's Day, the women of Confluent challenge outdated myths about tech careers, advocating for an inclusive future in data and technology.

By Becky Straker • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day
Software Development

Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day

In anticipation of International Women's Day, women at Assured Data Protection shared insights on mentorship, learning, and inclusivity in tech careers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Elevating Women in Tech: From Recognition to Real Change
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Elevating Women in Tech: From Recognition to Real Change

As we approach International Women's Day 2025, the tech industry faces a pivotal moment to empower women, foster diversity, and drive meaningful change.

By Shanthi Rajan • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories

Australian tax cuts endorsed to boost tech sector talent
Artificial Intelligence

Australian tax cuts endorsed to boost tech sector talent

The Australian Computer Society has backed the Federal Government's budget proposal, introducing tax cuts aimed at benefiting technology professionals across the country.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Baidam achieves Social Traders certification for impact
Security Operations Centres

Baidam achieves Social Traders certification for impact

Baidam, an Indigenous cybersecurity firm, has achieved Social Traders certification, reinforcing its commitment to ethical practices and supporting Indigenous communities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Ngee Ann Polytechnic partners with Denodo on data programme
EduTech

Ngee Ann Polytechnic partners with Denodo on data programme

Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore has teamed up with Denodo to enhance its data science curriculum, preparing students for a data-driven future.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
March Patch Tuesday reveals 57 vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity

March Patch Tuesday reveals 57 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has revealed it will fix 57 vulnerabilities in its March 2025 Patch Tuesday update, including six previously exploited in the wild.

By Adam Barnett • 7 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Beyond the Barriers: Empowering Women Leaders in Tech
Health Technologies

IWD 2025: Beyond the Barriers: Empowering Women Leaders in Tech

On International Women's Day 2025, leaders in tech urge for meaningful actions to empower women and tackle the persistent gender gap in STEM fields.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
The number of women in tech roles is in decline. Here's what we can do about it
Cloud Services

The number of women in tech roles is in decline. Here's what we can do about it

The representation of women in tech roles is declining, with only 21% of senior positions in the UK held by women, raising concerns for future equality.

By Tanya Field • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers
Robotics

IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers

As AI transforms industries, educators urge for enhanced STEM learning to bridge the skills gap and empower the AI-ready generation for future careers.

By Dr Rashmi Mantri • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
The absence of 'cool' women in STEM media
Cybersecurity

The absence of 'cool' women in STEM media

A lack of engaging female figures in STEM media undermines interest in science, reflecting outdated stereotypes and cautioning against their impact on future generations.

By Dr Melissa Kozul • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025