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Hands-on Review: Norton VPN Ultimate
Cybersecurity

Hands-on Review: Norton VPN Ultimate

Norton Ultra VPN Plus combines robust VPN features with family-oriented security tools, offering real-time protection and parental controls for NZD $104.99.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025

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Former AFL players launch talent platform with investors' backing
Human Capital Management

Former AFL players launch talent platform with investors' backing

Former AFL stars James Begley and Matthew Pavlich have launched Launchd, a tech platform aimed at enhancing transparency in talent and influencer marketing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Cloudian announces key leadership changes in Asia Pacific
Storage

Cloudian announces key leadership changes in Asia Pacific

Cloudian has appointed Anna Christensen as Head of Channels and Alliances for Asia Pacific and Japan, with Victoria Meldrum taking her previous role.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management
Data Analytics

NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management

The NFL has announced a partnership with NetApp as its Official Intelligent Data Infrastructure partner, aiming to enhance operations and fan experiences globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI in education: Survey reveals optimism & concerns
EduTech

AI in education: Survey reveals optimism & concerns

Turnitin's latest survey reveals varied attitudes towards AI in education, with 78% positivity in Australia and New Zealand amid concerns about its overwhelming presence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
ANZ firms prioritise AI but face talent & data issues
Customer Experience

ANZ firms prioritise AI but face talent & data issues

Australian and New Zealand organisations are surpassing global counterparts in generative AI investments, yet face rising staffing costs and data challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Rackspace names new Managing Director for APJ region
Hybrid Cloud

Rackspace names new Managing Director for APJ region

Rackspace Technology has appointed Adhil Badat as Managing Director for APJ and Wade Weirman as Principal Data Lead in Australia, enhancing its data-led strategy.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros
Customer Relationship Management

Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros

Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services
Ransomware

Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services

In light of rising cyberattacks, Australian councils are urged to consider Managed Security Service Providers essential for robust cybersecurity and public trust.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Australian Pharmaceutical Industries unveils myAPI platform
Digital Transformation

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries unveils myAPI platform

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries has launched myAPI, a new eCommerce platform designed to enhance digital services for over 4,000 pharmacy clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI will transform work in Australia, but it won't replace Engineers
Generative AI

AI will transform work in Australia, but it won't replace Engineers

Despite fears of job losses, experts affirm that AI will enhance engineers' roles in Australia, shifting demands while creating new opportunities.

By Sabrina Farmer • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Fraud against Australian businesses on the rise, report finds
Customer Experience

Fraud against Australian businesses on the rise, report finds

A recent report reveals that 61% of Australian businesses face rising fraud incidents, prompting a shift to AI-driven security solutions to combat these threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry
Unified Communications

AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry

Sabrina Farmer, Chief Technology Officer at GitLab, asserts that AI will transform Australian workplaces without eliminating software engineers' roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
Software-as-a-Service

KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions

KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success
eLearning

Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success

A recent Udemy study reveals that upskilling initiatives are crucial for Australian businesses combatting employee disengagement and driving economic adaptability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
BLUETTI celebrates Earth Day 2025: Our clean power for our green planet
Clean technologies

BLUETTI celebrates Earth Day 2025: Our clean power for our green planet

On Earth Day 2025, BLUETTI underscores its commitment to sustainability with clean energy solutions, enhancing eco-consciousness across Australia and beyond.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform
Cybersecurity

Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform

The Australian Computer Society is calling on the federal government to focus on digital skills reform and research commercialisation to boost the economy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025