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Australian businesses face infrastructure challenges with Gen AI

A new survey by Console Connect highlights that rapid adoption of generative AI could strain existing infrastructure, with Australian firms facing the most concern.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Leaders speak on AI potential & ethical impacts ahead of AI Day

As AI Appreciation Day nears, industry leaders spotlight AI's transformative impact across sectors, calling for a balance between innovation, transparency, and customer benefit.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

ASX

Atturra projects 35% revenue jump, acquires Exent for AUD $6m

Atturra forecasts FY24 revenue to exceed AUD $240 million, up 35%, with EBITDA between AUD $25 million and AUD $26 million. Exent acquisition aims to boost consulting capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Digital Transformation

Logicalis Australia named Microsoft ANZ 2024 Azure Partner of the Year

Logicalis Australia has been honoured as Microsoft ANZ's 2024 Azure Partner of the Year, recognising its expertise in cloud solutions and digital transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Joel Smith named CEO as Affinity Payroll eyes major growth

Affinity Payroll promotes Joel Smith to CEO as the company plans to triple its business size in three years, focusing on new markets and innovative solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

DevOps

AUSCERT launches new service to enhance cybersecurity posture

AUSCERT has launched a new Maturity Assessment Service to help organisations improve cybersecurity amidst rising cyber threats, offering impartial and actionable advice.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Power / Energy

Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally

Tether has secured GBP $1.5 million funding to expand into Australia, the UK, and Europe, set to deploy its 10,000th sensor.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Australia ranks fourth in global AI optimism league, says IFS research

Australia ranks fourth globally in AI optimism, surpassing the USA and UK, says a new IFS study. Skill investment drives positivity towards AI adoption.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

AI Appreciation Day: Q&A with NielsenIQ

AI is set to transform market research, says NielsenIQ on AI Appreciation Day. Discover the potential and challenges in AI-driven innovation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Agricultural Technology

Innovate, don't imitate: Rethinking NZ's economic strategy

New Zealand must stop mimicking foreign economic models and instead harness its unique strengths to foster innovation, create jobs, and build a resilient economy.

By Rupert Carlyon • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

AI Agents

Fusion5 wins Microsoft ANZ Business Applications Award 2024

Fusion5 has been honoured with the Microsoft ANZ Business Applications Partner of the Year Award for 2024, highlighting its outstanding market impact in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Partner Programmes

Barhead wins Microsoft ANZ Social Impact award for CFP solution

Barhead Solutions has been honoured with the 2024 Microsoft ANZ Social Impact Partner of the Year Award for its innovative Consensus for Purpose solution.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Firewalls

Cysurance & Sophos expand cyber protection program to Australia

Cysurance partners with Sophos to bring its successful US cyber protection program to Australia, offering enhanced ransomware protection and cyber-insurance policies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Network Infrastructure

Microsoft recognises top ANZ partners in 2024 awards

Microsoft has unveiled the top ANZ partners for its 2024 awards, spotlighting Arinco's AI innovations in Australia and Aware Group's data analytics prowess in New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict

A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Expansion

HR Path secures massive €500 million investment from Ardian

HR Path has secured a landmark EUR €500 million investment from Ardian, fuelling its expansion and service enhancement in the Asia Pacific region.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

AI deepfake scams rise in health supplement fraud

Bitdefender reports a surge in AI and deepfake tech use by fraudsters on social media, promoting fake health supplements and miracle cures, targeting millions globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Expert warns 'global race' towards AI supremacy must stop now

AI safety expert Justin Olive is urging immediate action to address the rising challenges in AI safety, highlighting the need for strong regulatory frameworks.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Marketing Technologies

Free coding challenge for NZ students thanks to WiseTech Global

Grok Academy, with support from WiseTech Global, is offering the 2024 NCSS Challenge free to all NZ students, promoting inclusivity in coding from 29th July.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Smart Cities

Advancing New Zealand's AI landscape with micro data centres

New Zealand's AI infrastructure is evolving with micro data centres, which enhance cloud services, reduce latency, and improve network connectivity.

By Rittal • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024

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