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Kordia appoints Glen White as Executive GM of Cyber Security

Glen White, former Executive GM of Kordia Solutions, has been promoted to Executive GM - Cyber Security for telecommunications provider Kordia, tasked with fortifying its robust cybersecurity business.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

DataCentre infrastructure

How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS

DataCentre220 teams up with UPS Power Solutions to enhance data security and accessibility for organisations, countering cloud storage hurdles with advanced, reliable technology.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Global Stories

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Security Operations Centres

Wavelink crowned as Fortinet's top distributor in APAC & Australia

Wavelink retains its title as the Asia-Pacific and Australia Distributor of the Year at the Fortinet Partner of the Year Awards for the third consecutive year.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers

Australian businesses are trailing behind Asia-Pacific counterparts in AI adoption, with 33% having no AI usage or plans to implement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Cloud Security

India ranks third globally for phishing attacks in 2023

India ranks third globally, standing as the most targeted APAC region for phishing attacks in 2023, with the tech sector facing 33% of all instances.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Digital Transformation

Amazon Q's AI increases business productivity by almost 50%

Amazon Web Services launches Amazon Q, an AI assistant designed to boost employee productivity by up to 49%, as businesses continue to adopt digital transformation.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Services

Exclusive: How ProHance is striving ahead in workforce analytics

ProHance, a rising star in workforce analytics, has demonstrated resiliency amid COVID-19, by helping global businesses optimise remote operations.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

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Australian stories

Firewalls

Ip.Glass first in Australia to achieve all Fortinet specialisations

Ip.Glass becomes the first Australian partner to achieve all eight specialisations in Fortinet's Engage Partner Program.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Fintech

Australian firms struggle to understand CISO role, says Fastly

A recent survey by Fastly reveals 81% of Australian businesses have a CISO role, but there remains significant confusion around the role's responsibilities and value.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Cybersecurity

Baidam Solutions, Google partners for cybersecurity diversity

Brisbane's Baidam Solutions and Google partner up to boost representation in the cybersecurity sector, fostering diversity and reaching out to underrepresented communities globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Leadership

John Monash Foundation opens scholarship applications for 2025

The Sir John Monash Foundation is now inviting applications for its 2025 scholarship program, offering Australia's brightest talents the chance to study internationally and develop into future global leaders.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Clean technologies

Australian Olympic sailors to sport eco-friendly wetsuits in 2024

The Australian Olympic sailing team for 2024 will sport the world's first high-performance, eco-friendly wetsuits, slashing CO2 emissions by 80%, courtesy of Sydney's Zhik.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Data Protection

Logicalis Australia partners with Commvault for enhanced data protection

Logicalis Australia boosts its data protection capabilities with a strategic partnership with Commvault, offering businesses comprehensive, scalable data protection across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Biometrics

Australian firms at risk due to evolving cybercriminal sophistication

Growing sophistication of cybercriminal identities threatens Australian enterprises, as only over one-third implement multi-factor authentication, leaving them vulnerable to AI-driven attacks, reports Ping Identity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Fintech

Aussies sceptical about AI banking, prefers human interaction - study

Despite a surge in digital banking, 58% of Australians remain uncertain about AI-enhanced services due to job loss fears, data security concerns, and a preference for human interaction, says a Publicis Sapient study.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Google

Localsearch pioneers Australian SMB support with nationwide expansion

Localsearch, Australian digital innovation company, expands nationwide in response to a 28% rise in interstate demand from small businesses for its AI-powered marketing solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

IoT Security

Sekuro & Dragos team up to fortify Australian critical infrastructure

Cybersecurity firm Sekuro joins forces with global leader Dragos to combat growing cyber threats to Australia's critical infrastructure, offering unparalleled threat detection and system resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Fintech

Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution

In a strategic partnership, small business platform Xero invests USD $25 million in shift work platform Deputy to offer comprehensive business solutions, integrating the companies' accounting, payroll, and workforce management systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024