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Australian Stories

Universities stories

A defining moment is approaching for Australian manufacturing

Australia's manufacturing faces a pivotal moment; ARM Hub's CEO urges rapid SME adoption of automation to boost competitiveness and innovation.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fiji adopts first Pacific managed security mapped to ASD ISM

Fiji now has the Pacific's first managed security service aligned with the updated Australian Signals Directorate ISM, enhancing cyberdefence for local businesses.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025

EduTech

TechnologyOne to deploy MortarCAPS data standard nationwide

TechnologyOne will implement the MortarCAPS Higher Learning Data Standard nationwide, enhancing data integration for Australian higher education and vocational sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

Global Stories

Universities stories

EduTech

Cybersecurity education expands as universities target workforce gap

Universities worldwide are expanding cybersecurity courses to tackle a growing workforce shortage amid rising cyberattacks on educational institutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025

EduTech

Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Cloud Security

Hazy Hawk exploits cloud DNS to hijack subdomains for scams

Security firm Infoblox links the Hazy Hawk group to global subdomain hijacks via abandoned Amazon and Azure cloud services, spreading scams and malware.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025

EduTech

Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders

Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025

Identity and Access Management

Exclusive: Workforce skills gap hits critical point in ANZ

Australia and New Zealand face a critical skills shortage as demand for managerial and professional roles surges, experts warn. Upskilling is urgent.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Customer Experience

Photoshelter unveils new tool to streamline UGC collection

PhotoShelter has launched its UGC Management tool, enabling brands and teams to easily collect and utilise user-generated content to enhance engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

EduTech

Sophos report reveals education sector's ransomware battle

Sophos' State of Ransomware in Education 2024 report shows escalating pressures on schools and universities, as ransom demands soar.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

Robotics

NVIDIA enhances AI education with GPU-accelerated curriculum

NVIDIA teams up with top universities, integrating GPU-accelerated AI into STEM curriculums globally, prepping students with future-ready skills.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Universities stories

EduTech

Tribes Digital wins grant to enhance DevCheck with university help

Tribes Digital has won a grant from Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub to enhance its AI vetting tool DevCheck with University of Manchester support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025

EduTech

Students face hours-long Clearing waits as tech gap widens

Thousands of UK students faced hours-long waits on Clearing phone lines after A-level results, as tech gaps worsened access to university places.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025

EduTech

MHP & QuantumBW join forces to drive quantum tech in industry

MHP partners with QuantumBW to boost quantum computing in Baden-Württemberg, targeting real-world applications and industry innovation through collaboration.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025

Security Operations Centres

Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role

Steve Cooke celebrates 20 years at Gallagher Security, marking 40 years in security with a strong impact across New Zealand and the Pacific.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025

EduTech

Researchers directly measure quantum distance for the first time

Researchers at Yonsei University have directly measured the quantum distance in black phosphorus, a first that could boost quantum computing and advanced materials.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025

Unified Communications

Halo Solutions unveils HaloTaskManager to boost task efficiency

Halo Solutions launches HaloTaskManager, a new tool to enhance real-time task coordination and efficiency in safety-critical settings across the UK and beyond.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025

Fintech

UK universities & insurers launch GBP £2 million AI risk project

UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025