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Malaysia faces job shifts as AI reshapes economy & skills
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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AI-driven automation could displace 600,000 Malaysian jobs by 2028, but reskilling efforts aim to create high-value roles and boost the economy.
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Logicalis launches Cisco XDR managed service in Asia Pacific
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Logicalis becomes first in Asia Pacific to offer Cisco XDR as a Global Managed Service, boosting cybersecurity for clients in Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
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Distology adds Radiflow to expand OT security for resellers
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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Distology partners with Radiflow to enhance OT security offerings for resellers, boosting protection of critical infrastructure across manufacturing and utilities sectors.
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UK accountancy inefficiencies costing GBP £5.328 billion
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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New research highlights that inefficiencies in UK accountancy firms are causing a staggering GBP £5.328 billion loss in potential annual revenue, equating to 16% of their earnings.
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Australian firms grow wary of AI yet boost digital focus
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.
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Audit reform urged to strengthen UK's digital resilience
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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ISACA and CIIA urge UK Government to expedite audit reform legislation to bolster digital resilience amid rising cyber threats and economic risks.
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HowNow unveils Guru AI to personalise workplace learning
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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HowNow has unveiled HowNow Guru, an AI learning agent offering personalised, real-time coaching to help organisations close skills gaps at scale.
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Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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e-learning
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productivity
A recent Udemy study reveals that upskilling initiatives are crucial for Australian businesses combatting employee disengagement and driving economic adaptability.
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Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform
Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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The Australian Computer Society is calling on the federal government to focus on digital skills reform and research commercialisation to boost the economy.
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2025 report reveals trends in open source software use
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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The 2025 State of Open Source Report reveals strong growth in open source adoption, with 96% of surveyed professionals investing last year, driven by cost savings.
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New Enterprise AI Academy to train 10,000 professionals
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Corndel, alongside Imperial Executive Education and Microsoft, is launching the Enterprise AI Academy to train 10,000 professionals in AI by 2025.
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UK government urged to modernise for effective AI use
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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The UK government's use of artificial intelligence is under scrutiny, with experts highlighting urgent investment needs to overcome barriers and enhance public services.
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Hexagon & Red Bull team up for global skills challenge
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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engineering
Hexagon has launched the Future Skills Challenge alongside Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing, aiming to bridge esports and real-world engineering skills for gamers and professionals.
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Autodesk unveils AECO advancements for sustainability boost
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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power / energy
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sustainability
Autodesk has unveiled enhancements to its AECO portfolio, introducing scan-to-mesh technology aimed at promoting sustainable building practices in Australia.
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Quest Software unveils AI updates to database tools
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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data analytics
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Quest Software has unveiled crucial updates to its Toad Data Studio and Toad Data Point tools, featuring AI capabilities to support diverse database environments.
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Report highlights need for AI training in Australia
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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A report reveals that lack of training hampers AI adoption in Australian businesses, despite potential benefits of AUD $115 billion to the economy by 2030.
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TeamViewer launches advanced spatial computing in training
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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digital twins
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TeamViewer has unveiled its advanced spatial computing solution at Hannover Messe 2025, enhancing training in manufacturing with AR technology.
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Australian businesses face acute payroll skills shortage
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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it automation
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risk & compliance
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A new report reveals that only 43% of Australian firms employ payroll specialists, prompting a shift towards automated solutions to tackle compliance and efficiency challenges.
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Mike Meyer joins Data Centre Board to boost talent supply
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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sustainability
The Data Centre Alliance has appointed Mike Meyer to its Executive Board to focus on talent acquisition and workforce development in the UK data centre sector.
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Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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A study by Tech Beyond Gender reveals persistent gender diversity challenges in IT, with many women contemplating leaving the sector due to discrimination.