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Australian Stories

Australian stories

Generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion

New research by Accenture shows generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion by 2038, adding 0.75% to annual GDP growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Firewalls

Fortinet appoints Gavin Lipman as new enterprise director

Fortinet appoints Gavin Lipman as new enterprise director in Australia, aiming to fortify its cybersecurity support with Lipman's 25 years of IT industry expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Fintech

Australia's top firms advocate for mandatory digital ESG reporting

Major Australian firms like Deloitte and PwC back mandatory digital ESG reporting to comply with evolving regulations, aiming for easier, accurate disclosures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Human Capital Management

UKG partners with Humanforce to expand HCM solutions in Australia

UKG partners with Humanforce to integrate intelliHR into their suite, enhancing HR solutions for Australian enterprises.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Small Business

IAG launches Cylo to boost cyber resilience for small businesses

IAG debuts Cylo, a cyber underwriting agency supported by CGU, to enhance cyber resilience for small Australian businesses with revenues up to AUD $10 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Fintech

Cyber attacks impact 60% of mid-sized Australian businesses

A MYOB survey reveals that three in five mid-sized Australian businesses have faced cyber attacks, with the highest rates in finance and insurance sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Digital Entertainment

Amber Technology unveils Philips NeoPix 230 Smart projector

Amber Technology launches the Philips NeoPix 230 Smart, a highly portable projector boasting full HD resolution, versatile positioning, and built-in apps.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Marketing Technologies

Scaleup Mediafund boosts Hawkes Brewing with new investment

Scaleup Mediafund, Australia's only media-for-equity fund, commits AUD $15 million in ads to boost Hawkes Brewing and Bare Funeral Group in a new funding round.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Human Capital Management

OneAdvanced partners with Ramco Systems to improve HR tech

OneAdvanced partners with Ramco Systems to streamline HR tech by integrating payroll and workforce management, enhancing compliance, efficiency, and user experience.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Global Stories

Australian stories

Ransomware

Rise in ransomware accelerates cyber insurance adoption

Arctic Wolf's Cybersecurity Report reveals a rise in ransomware and Business Email Compromise attacks, pushing global firms towards increased cyber insurance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fastly & RSM join forces to boost cybersecurity in ANZ

Fastly partners with RSM to bolster cybersecurity for enterprises in Australia and New Zealand, addressing stringent compliance regulations and evolving cyber threats.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Financial results

TechnologyOne sees 16% rise in revenue for half-year ending 2024

TechnologyOne's financial results for HY24 show a 16% revenue rise to AUD $244.8M, driven by strong SaaS growth and UK market gains.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Partner Programmes

Annexa named Celigo Partner of the Year for Australia & NZ 2024

Annexa has been named Celigo Partner of the Year for Australia and New Zealand in 2024, celebrating its outstanding integration solutions using Celigo's platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Endpoint Protection

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand its AI-powered email cybersecurity services to the UAE, India, and Africa, addressing rising cyber threats in these regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Power / Energy

An untold story about Nuclear Power in Australia

Nuclear power's promise of 24/7 reliability faces unexpected challenges in Australia's future grid, clashing with the dominance of rooftop solar.

By Chris Baker • 6 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Supply Chain

Accenture to acquire Partners in Performance to boost capability

Accenture acquires Partners in Performance to boost capabilities in asset-intensive sectors, focusing on AI-driven productivity, cost improvements, and sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Unified Communications

TCAP & Arteria AI partner to modernise documentation work

The Commercial Advisory Partnership and Arteria AI are joining forces to streamline complex document processes across industries in Australia and New Zealand using advanced AI solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Marketing Technologies

Vudoo & News Corp Australia win Bronze at WARC Awards

News Corp Australia and Vudoo earn Bronze at 2024 WARC Awards for Moet and Chandon campaign, highlighting their prowess in seamless online shopping solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Cartech

Evnex to boost Australia operations with new investment

Evnex is set to expand its Australian operations after securing investment from Adamantem Capital's Environmental Opportunities Fund.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

EduTech

Tackling the gender pay gap is a gamechanger for everyone

Closing the gender pay gap benefits us all: from boosting productivity to fostering fairness. Join the movement towards equality and prosperity.

By Kathleen Webber • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

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