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ANZ executives focus on agentic AI to boost productivity
Customer Experience

ANZ executives focus on agentic AI to boost productivity

A recent Salesforce study reveals that 69% of C-suite executives in Australia and New Zealand prioritise agentic AI, with 38% already implementing the technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Australian study reveals mistrust in digital advertising
EduTech

Australian study reveals mistrust in digital advertising

New research from Yahoo and Magna highlights a significant misunderstanding among Australians about their data rights, complicating trust in digital advertising.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Asia Pacific to need USD $116.2 billion for data centres
Hyperscale

Asia Pacific to need USD $116.2 billion for data centres

The Asia Pacific data centre sector is set to need USD $116.2 billion in investment over the next five to seven years to meet burgeoning demand, says a new report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list
IoT Security

Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list

Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
Customer Experience

Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities

Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push
Robotics

Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push

Yamaha Motor has agreed to acquire Robotics Plus, launching Yamaha Agriculture to enhance precision farming with autonomous equipment and AI-driven solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Salesforce announces winners of 2024 ANZ Partner Awards
Marketing Technologies

Salesforce announces winners of 2024 ANZ Partner Awards

Salesforce has unveiled the winners of its 2024 ANZ Partner of the Year Awards, highlighting exceptional contributions from partners across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
SevenRooms launches text marketing for Aussie hospitality
Digital Transformation

SevenRooms launches text marketing for Aussie hospitality

SevenRooms has launched Text Marketing, a service designed to boost engagement for Australian eateries through SMS and WhatsApp, harnessing a 94% open rate.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Titan of Tech - Shane Madz of BitTitan
Software-as-a-Service

Titan of Tech - Shane Madz of BitTitan

Shane Madz, APAC Sales Director at BitTitan, is revolutionising cloud migration in Asia-Pacific with innovative solutions and strategic leadership.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia
Hyperscale

Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia

Babeltext is revolutionising voter engagement in Australia by providing multilingual communication, ensuring voters understand policies in their preferred languages.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Netgear launches Total Solutions to boost Australia market
EduTech

Netgear launches Total Solutions to boost Australia market

NETGEAR has launched Total NETGEAR Solutions in Australia, aiming to strengthen its market presence in the growing AV networking sector.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Fortinet announces winners of 2024 Australia Partner Awards
Unified Communications

Fortinet announces winners of 2024 Australia Partner Awards

Fortinet has honoured its Australia Partner of the Year winners for 2024, recognising their pivotal contributions to cybersecurity and customer engagement.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Acronis partners with Brad Jones Racing for cybersecurity boost
Data Protection

Acronis partners with Brad Jones Racing for cybersecurity boost

Acronis has embarked on a three-year partnership with Brad Jones Racing to enhance cybersecurity, supported by Extranet Systems, for the Australian motorsport team.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Grapple to acquire Spenda portfolio, boosting SME finance
Small Business

Grapple to acquire Spenda portfolio, boosting SME finance

Grapple plans to acquire Spenda's invoice finance portfolio, aiming to enhance its presence in the booming Australian SME market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Salesforce announces USD $2.5bn AI investment in Australia
Marketing Technologies

Salesforce announces USD $2.5bn AI investment in Australia

Salesforce has unveiled a USD $2.5 billion investment in AI for Australia over five years, enhancing workforce skills and boosting sustainability initiatives.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Australian IT leaders struggle to identify scam emails
Phishing

Australian IT leaders struggle to identify scam emails

A recent study reveals that many Australian IT leaders struggle to distinguish between legitimate and phishing emails, despite rising data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Is your refund and returns policy ACCC-compliant?
Fitbit

Is your refund and returns policy ACCC-compliant?

The ACCC has highlighted misleading return policies on over 2,000 Australian retail websites, prompting calls for businesses to review compliance with consumer rights.

By Emily Booth • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Telstra Health launches AI tool to reduce GP admin burden
Data Protection

Telstra Health launches AI tool to reduce GP admin burden

Telstra Health has unveiled Smart Scribe, an AI tool designed to streamline clinical note-taking for GPs, amid rising concerns over administrative burdens in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025