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Telstra's 2019 cybersecurity report
Malware

Telstra's 2019 cybersecurity report

Telstra's 2019 cybersecurity report reveals that half of Australian businesses faced fines for data breaches, with security budgets set to rise by 84%.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2019
Itron and VINCI Energies to build Australia's largest smart lighting project
Smart Cities

Itron and VINCI Energies to build Australia's largest smart lighting project

Itron, VINCI Energies' Electrix, and TCCS collaborate on creating an IIoT network for smart lighting in Canberra, Australia.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2019
Why cybersecurity remains a top business priority
Cybersecurity

Why cybersecurity remains a top business priority

One in two Australian businesses estimated that they will receive fines for being in breach of new legislation.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2019
AI helping businesses stay ahead of threats - LogRhythm
Security Information and Event Management

AI helping businesses stay ahead of threats - LogRhythm

As cyber threats escalate, AI is the new frontline defence. LogRhythm asserts that businesses must harness AI to foresee and fend off evolving cyber-attacks.

By Joanne Wong • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2019
Blockchain incubator set to bolster Australian industry
Blockchain

Blockchain incubator set to bolster Australian industry

South Australian blockchain advisory firm, Crypto SA, awarded A$170,000 to open the Crypto SA Lab offering free co-working space and mentoring for 10 startups.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2019

Global Stories

Australian stories

$199m centre to boost Australia's space technologies
Space

$199m centre to boost Australia's space technologies

The Cooperative Research Centre for Smart Satellite Technologies and Analytics (SmartSat CRC) will be the cornerstone of space technologies.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2019
The ethics of AI: From driverless cars to robo-baristas
Artificial Intelligence

The ethics of AI: From driverless cars to robo-baristas

The development of AI technology comes with inherent biases that translate into the systems we use, risking potential issues in everyday life.

By Brett Lobwein • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2019
New Zealand Super Fund invests $115m into North America data centres
Manufacturing

New Zealand Super Fund invests $115m into North America data centres

New Zealand Super Fund to invest up to US$115m in North American data centers, capitalising on demand for digital infrastructure and data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2019
Network security in ANZ - OVH
Firewalls

Network security in ANZ - OVH

Network security in ANZ is crucial as cybercrime costs Australia up to AUD $1 billion annually. Businesses must invest in robust systems to ensure data safety.

By Lionel Legros • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2019
9 Spokes and Microsoft NZ announce co-sell partnership
Public Cloud

9 Spokes and Microsoft NZ announce co-sell partnership

The agreement will see 9 Spokes listed on the Microsoft AppSource Marketplace, providing a channel to grow its platform base of small business users.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
Eaton's ANZ 2019 partner award winners
Partner Programmes

Eaton's ANZ 2019 partner award winners

Partners across Australia and New Zealand gathered in Sydney with 13 awards going to resellers, service providers and distributors across the region.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
IDC: 2019 security spending to grow 20% in APeJ
Firewalls

IDC: 2019 security spending to grow 20% in APeJ

Security spending in Asia/Pacific excluding Japan will surge by 20% to USD $16 billion in 2019, driven by heightened focus on combating cyber threats.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
From 'fake' cloud to Netsuite: The Harcourts story
Fintech

From 'fake' cloud to Netsuite: The Harcourts story

Harcourts, the 133-year-old real estate agency, transformed its global operations by adopting NetSuite, modernising from a 'fake' cloud solution.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2019
Why many insurance tech companies want to improve CX
Unified Communications

Why many insurance tech companies want to improve CX

Insurance tech firms are revolutionising customer experience, driven by AI and wearables, says InsurtechNZ. A digital-first approach could transform the sector.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2019
Ramco aims to drive payroll modernisation across ANZ
Unified Communications

Ramco aims to drive payroll modernisation across ANZ

Ramco Systems gears up to modernise payroll for an ANZ telecom giant, digitising operations for 5,000 employees with advanced AI and compliance features.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2019
What is blockchain good for?
Blockchain

What is blockchain good for?

ACS and Data61's new report, Blockchain 2030, explores future blockchain adoption in Australia, addressing both its potential and current challenges.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Ex-Connector Systems team in new networking venture
Connector Systems

Ex-Connector Systems team in new networking venture

A group of former employees at Ingram Micro and Connector Systems have set up a company called Access Networks, based in Helensville, Auckland.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2019