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Aussie corporate sector warned to enhance cloud security
Encryption

Aussie corporate sector warned to enhance cloud security

Australian businesses are urged to bolster their cloud security following a government report showing 40% of data breaches targeted cloud services annually.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
Australian businesses prioritise wellbeing over recruitment in DEI initiatives
Human Capital Management

Australian businesses prioritise wellbeing over recruitment in DEI initiatives

Following a recent global study, Australian businesses are prioritising employee wellbeing over recruitment in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, reflecting the changing priorities of corporate Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
An opportunity for unforgettable fan experiences in Australia
Wireless Networks

An opportunity for unforgettable fan experiences in Australia

Emerging digital technologies and connectivity hold potential to revolutionise fan experiences and generate new revenue streams for venue owners in Australia.

By Nick Gurney • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Global Stories

Investment stories

Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech
Marketing Technologies

Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech

Raphael Bres is set to harness AI to revolutionise Tradeshift's finance function after he rejoins the B2B eCommerce, fintech platform, amid company restructuring and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
State of Digital Trust 2024: The antithesis of trust is overconfidence
Internet of Things

State of Digital Trust 2024: The antithesis of trust is overconfidence

DigiCert's 2024 State of Digital Trust report underlines the gap between perceived and actual digital preparedness, raising concerns over the complacency of enterprise leaders.

By Armando Dacal • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Data centre containment solutions market to hit $3.17bn
DataCentre infrastructure

Data centre containment solutions market to hit $3.17bn

Global data centre containment solutions market forecasted to surge to $3.17bn by 2034 due to increased investments by large corporations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Kaspersky study highlights lack of progress in cybersecurity upskilling
Education, Learning & Training

Kaspersky study highlights lack of progress in cybersecurity upskilling

Despite investing over $100,000 yearly on upskilling, over 70% of businesses do not see the desired results in their cybersecurity training, reports Kaspersky.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight
Data Analytics

insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight

New fintech insytz aims to democratise global market insights, providing a visually engaging, algorithm-driven platform for investors at all levels to grasp market trends easily.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms
Data Protection

Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms

In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Data centre market boom predicted by 2024 Global Index report
Artificial Intelligence

Data centre market boom predicted by 2024 Global Index report

The global data centre market should brace for high-demand and swift AI adoption, led by significant growth in the Asia Pacific, says a report by DC Byte.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI
EduTech

Asia-Pacific businesses set to invest USD $3.4bn in GenAI

Generative AI (GenAI) investments in the Asia-Pacific are projected to accelerate at a staggering rate of 140%, the fastest globally, with spending expected to reach USD $3.4 billion across key nations, according to Infosys Knowledge Institute's research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
Business growth fuelled by investment in payment tech, says Conferma report
Digital Transformation

Business growth fuelled by investment in payment tech, says Conferma report

Rapid business expansion is being driven by investment in payment technology, primarily virtual cards, says a new report from Conferma.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
WBBA unveils guidebook for global broadband investment at BDC Barcelona
Unified Communications

WBBA unveils guidebook for global broadband investment at BDC Barcelona

The World Broadband Association (WBBA) has released a guidebook offering strategic insights for fostering global broadband development, launched at Barcelona's BDC 2024.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

European banks' AI start-up investments soar in 2023
Artificial Intelligence

European banks' AI start-up investments soar in 2023

Despite a global downturn in AI start-up investments, banks marked a 45% surge in 2023, with emphasis on bolstering regional AI capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365
Risk & Compliance

CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365

CCL has launched a readiness workshop for Copilot, a Microsoft 365 service. Expected to empower private enterprises and public organisations with AI capabilities, it aims to boost productivity, creativity, and connectivity securely.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
New study highlights financial literacy gap in Southeast Asia
Fintech

New study highlights financial literacy gap in Southeast Asia

A recent study indicates concerning financial habits among Southeast Asians, underscoring the urgency to enhance financial literacy and implement comprehensive planning initiatives in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
PPRO secures €85m funding to boost local payment services
Fintech

PPRO secures €85m funding to boost local payment services

With €85m in new funding, PPRO seeks to capitalise on growth opportunities in key markets and broaden its local payment services. It is backed by leading investors, including PayPal Ventures and J.P. Morgan.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024