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Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions
Surveillance

Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions

The security sector in Australia and New Zealand is rapidly shifting towards digital solutions, with HID's Steve Katanas highlighting the role of AI and mobile credentials.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship
Data Science

Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship

At SAP, a young intern highlights how visible female leaders inspire her and stresses the need for mentorship and adaptable roles to support women in STEM.

By Angela Colantuono • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
How the evolution of the CDR unlocks new opportunities for non-bank Lenders
Data Privacy

How the evolution of the CDR unlocks new opportunities for non-bank Lenders

The evolution of Australia's Consumer Data Right is set to transform lending, allowing non-bank lenders to innovate and enhance consumer choice by 2026.

By Brett Bolam • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Australian firms lead in global AI adoption according to Canva
Data Analytics

Australian firms lead in global AI adoption according to Canva

A recent report reveals that 81% of Australian business leaders view AI as vital to strategy, the highest globally, with 93% embracing experimentation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Aryaka expands globally with strategic partnerships in APAC
Firewalls

Aryaka expands globally with strategic partnerships in APAC

Aryaka is expanding its global reach with new partnerships in Japan and Australia, alongside senior appointments to enhance its market strategy in the APAC region.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
IDeaS launches API portal to enhance tech collaboration
Unified Communications

IDeaS launches API portal to enhance tech collaboration

IDeaS has unveiled an API data integration developer portal aimed at boosting collaboration among hospitality technology providers and streamlining connections.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Empowering women to thrive in Tech Sales
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Empowering women to thrive in Tech Sales

On International Women's Day, a sales leader urges businesses in technology to overcome gender barriers and attract more women into rewarding sales careers.

By Sue Dingwall • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Directed Technologies expands leadership for global growth
Unified Communications

Directed Technologies expands leadership for global growth

Directed Technologies has appointed four new senior leaders to boost operations in key emerging markets, enhancing partnerships with global OEMs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
VECTEC appoints David Manassa to lead Client Development
Storage

VECTEC appoints David Manassa to lead Client Development

David Manassa has been appointed Client Development Director at VECTEC, marking a strategic move to enhance client experience amid the firm's rapid growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Fortinet promotes Nachman to ANZ Regional Director role
Firewalls

Fortinet promotes Nachman to ANZ Regional Director role

Fortinet has appointed Dale Nachman as Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand, bolstering its cybersecurity leadership in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
UiPath expands EMR access with new global agreement
Large Language Models

UiPath expands EMR access with new global agreement

UiPath has secured a global consulting agreement with a leading EMR platform to bolster services in 16 countries, enhancing healthcare efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Keir Garrett on diverse leadership in tech at Cloudera
Artificial Intelligence

Keir Garrett on diverse leadership in tech at Cloudera

Keir Garrett, Regional Vice President at Cloudera, emphasised the need for diverse leadership in tech, asserting that inclusivity drives innovation and workplace success.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Quarter of Australian hospitals lack strong cyber measures
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Quarter of Australian hospitals lack strong cyber measures

A recent report reveals that nearly 23% of Australia's top hospitals lack basic cybersecurity measures, putting patients at risk of email fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
AI adoption in Australia grows despite talent shortage
Human Capital Management

AI adoption in Australia grows despite talent shortage

LinkedIn's latest findings reveal that 83% of Australian business leaders expect to prioritise AI adoption by 2025, despite facing challenges in sourcing skilled talent.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Cyber threats in Australian firms prompt zero trust shift
Ransomware

Cyber threats in Australian firms prompt zero trust shift

Research by Zscaler reveals that 48% of Australian firms faced significant cyber breaches in recent months, urging a shift to robust zero trust strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
UTS completes digital transformation with Boomi support
EduTech

UTS completes digital transformation with Boomi support

The University of Technology Sydney has successfully completed a digital transformation with Boomi, enhancing services for over 40,000 students and streamlining processes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Software Combined acquires Hero Software for expansion
Clean technologies

Software Combined acquires Hero Software for expansion

Software Combined has acquired Brisbane's Hero Software, enhancing its portfolio in home energy efficiency solutions amid rising regulatory demands in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Australian cybersecurity spending to reach AUD $6.2bn by 2025
Application Security

Australian cybersecurity spending to reach AUD $6.2bn by 2025

Australian organisations are set to invest nearly AUD $6.2 billion in information security and risk management by 2025, according to Gartner's latest projections.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025