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Australian stories

Aussie kids' social media usage doubles, report reveals

A new report reveals Australian children are spending more time on social media, with TikTok leading at 117 minutes daily, sparking safety concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

How agentic automation will reshape Australian industries in 2025

As Australia prepares for 2025, agentic automation is set to revolutionise industries, enhancing productivity and collaboration through advanced AI capabilities.

By Yelena Galstian • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

AGL boosts retail transformation with new automation tool

AGL begins a retail transformation using the Appian Platform, launching eAGL to automate four million tasks and enhance customer experience.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

EduTech

Australia's first tech policy think tank TPDi launched

Australia unveils its first independent tech policy think tank, the Tech Policy Design Institute, aiming to shape the future of digital regulation and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Unified Communications

Telstra and ISPT forge ahead with 5G DAS in Sydney

Telstra and ISPT have launched advanced 5G connectivity at 477 Pitt Street, Sydney, providing comprehensive mobile coverage for building tenants.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Generative AI

AI identified as top tech trend in Australia for 2025

A recent survey by the Tech Council of Australia reveals artificial intelligence as the leading tech trend for 2025, aiming to enhance productivity and efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Customer Relationship Management

Sophiie AI revolutionises call management in Australia

A new AI-driven platform, Sophiie AI, is poised to revolutionise call handling for Australian businesses, boosting efficiency and revenue by managing up to 10,000 calls a minute.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Artificial Intelligence

LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians

LinkedIn's research reveals that 59% of Australians are eyeing new jobs in 2025, yet 51% face ghosting from employers amid a challenging market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Software-as-a-Service

Intelliworx hires Jeremy Mumford to boost UK expansion plan

Intelliworx has appointed Jeremy Mumford as Chief Revenue Officer to spearhead its UK expansion and bolster data integrity offerings amid rising growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

Closing the gap between intention and action regarding ESG

Australian businesses are increasingly keen to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices into procurement, yet face implementation challenges.

By Brynn Beetge • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

Learning and Development in action

Recent shifts in business culture are elevating learning and development, with over 60% of leaders in Australia and New Zealand increasing budgets to enhance employee skills.

By Aisling MacNamara • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Surveillance

CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

EduTech

Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency

Middlebank Consulting Group and SimPPLY have formed a partnership to enhance supply chain visibility, aiming to cut third-party costs by up to 15%.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

EduTech

Rapid Circle announces new leadership for ANZ region

Rapid Circle has appointed George Stavrakakis as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its growth in the region's tech sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025

Ransomware

Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions

Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Wiz & The Instillery team up for APAC cloud security push

Wiz has partnered with The Instillery to boost adoption of its Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform in the Asia-Pacific, enhancing cloud security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Job moves

Gallagher Security appoints Jon Liaros as development lead

Gallagher Security has appointed Jon Liaros as the new Business Development Manager for the NSW/ACT region, effective 13 January, to enhance operations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Physical Security

Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries

Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Artificial Intelligence

AI & design tools transforming job applications in 2024

Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Power / Energy

Myriad Uranium expands Copper Mountain Project to 9,320 acres

Myriad Uranium has broadened the Copper Mountain Project Area from 4,200 acres to 9,320 acres, tapping into significant uranium mineralisation potential.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

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