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Ground truth: the critical step bridging GenAI prototypes and production-ready applications

Wed, 7th May 2025
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Australian start-ups in GenAI face the challenge of turning prototypes into reliable applications by grounding AI outputs in verified data for accuracy and compliance.
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Software Combined acquires Removify to boost global expansion

Tue, 6th May 2025
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Software Combined has acquired online reputation firm Removify, marking its tenth purchase since 2020 to boost global growth and diversify software offerings.
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Denis Maguire to lead New Relic enterprise sales in Australia

Tue, 6th May 2025
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New Relic appoints Denis Maguire as Senior Director of Enterprise Sales for Australia and NZ, aiming to boost growth with enhanced observability solutions.
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Backbase unveils AI platform to boost bank efficiency & growth

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Backbase launches AI-powered Banking Platform to boost banks' growth, automate tasks and improve efficiency amid legacy tech challenges globally.
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Smart Communications expands cloud archive platform with Joisto

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Smart Communications has acquired cloud archive firm Joisto, enhancing its platform to securely manage regulatory-compliant digital records for enterprises.
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OPSWAT partners with Sektor Cyber to boost ANZ presence

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.
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Most firms overestimate data resilience, risking USD $400 billion

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Veeam unveils the Data Resilience Maturity Model to help organisations assess and enhance data resilience amid rising IT downtime costs.
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Former CIA Chief George Tenet joins Illumio board to boost AI cybersecurity

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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George J. Tenet, ex-CIA Director, joins Illumio's board to boost focus on AI-driven breach containment in hybrid and multi-cloud cybersecurity.
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Verkada appoints new regional VPs for ANZ & ASEAN

Mon, 21st Apr 2025
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Verkada has announced the appointment of Steve Bray as Regional Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, alongside Blake Day as Head of ASEAN, to bolster growth.
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AI marketing stacks reshape creativity across global markets

Sat, 19th Apr 2025
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Global marketing teams are reshaping strategies with AI tools; the US leads with 31.1M ChatGPT searches, while Australia and India embrace creative, design-led stacks.
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Sharesight unveils fintech tool to aid tax accountants

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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Sharesight has introduced a new fintech tool aimed at easing the tax burden for accountants managing complex investment portfolios, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
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Oracle & Google Cloud expand database service offering

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Oracle and Google Cloud have announced the forthcoming launch of Oracle Base Database Service on Google Cloud, aiming to enhance cloud collaboration and expand regional access.
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Audible teams up with Strava for exclusive running challenge

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Audible partners with Strava to offer Australian and New Zealand runners a challenge: run six hours and five minutes for a free two-month Audible trial.
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Amazon Q Business launches in AWS's Sydney region

Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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Amazon Web Services has launched its generative AI assistant, Amazon Q Business, in the AWS Asia Pacific (Sydney) Region to enhance workplace productivity.
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Exclusive: NetSuite customers take to the stage to discuss game-changing impact

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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At the SuiteConnect event, CFOs highlighted how NetSuite has revolutionised their operations, transforming chaos into streamlined efficiency and strategic insight.
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Arlo highlights cloud storage for World Cloud Security Day

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Arlo Technologies marks World Cloud Security Day by showcasing cloud storage's pivotal role in enhancing home security with remote access and AI features.
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Angela Walker appointed as Dynabook ANZ Managing Director

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Angela Walker has been appointed Managing Director of Dynabook ANZ, leading its Australia and New Zealand operations from April 2025.
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SAP appoints new leaders to boost ANZ public sector growth

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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SAP has appointed Brian Senior and Gretta Svendsen as Executive General Managers in Australia and New Zealand to boost public sector engagement and growth.
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AI investments struggle to deliver expected productivity boosts

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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A recent survey by Gartner indicates that only 37% of teams using traditional AI see productivity boosts, with generative AI trailing at 34%, sparking concerns among CFOs.
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Broadcom to host VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas & beyond

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Broadcom has unveiled VMware Explore 2025, an event for IT professionals, debuting in Las Vegas on 25 August before expanding to cities worldwide.