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ShipStation unveils new features ahead of Australian EOFY sales
Customer Experience

ShipStation unveils new features ahead of Australian EOFY sales

ShipStation has launched new features to aid Australian retailers in optimising shipping processes, anticipating an AUD $800 million boost in EOFY sales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
EduTech

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats

Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Frollo urges collaboration to improve Australia's Open Banking data quality
Fintech

Frollo urges collaboration to improve Australia's Open Banking data quality

Frollo, Australia's Open Banking service provider, urges a collaborative strategy to enhance the data quality in the nation's Consumer Data Right framework, supporting superior financial outcomes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Global Stories

ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals
Malware

ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals

A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
NICE recognised as top employer by Great Place To Work
Unified Communications

NICE recognised as top employer by Great Place To Work

NICE has been certified by Great Place To Work for 2024, with 84% of employees praising it as a great place to work, far surpassing Australia's 56% average.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Neat launches Neat Center in Australia & New Zealand
Unified Communications

Neat launches Neat Center in Australia & New Zealand

Norwegian firm Neat launches its Neat Center in Australia and New Zealand, as hybrid work fuels demand for advanced video conferencing tech priced at USD $2,290.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
OneAdvanced integrates Australian software to boost growth
Health Technologies

OneAdvanced integrates Australian software to boost growth

OneAdvanced has successfully integrated three Australian software firms, launching six portfolios to drive growth and enhance customer value across ANZ.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security
Network Infrastructure

Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security

Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Tech Data acquires Orca Technology to boost IT security in ANZ
Hyperscale

Tech Data acquires Orca Technology to boost IT security in ANZ

Tech Data, a part of TD SYNNEX, has acquired Orca Technology, an IT security distributor in ANZ. The move boosts Tech Data's IT security arsenal.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Freshworks appoints Andrew Phillips as new VP of Sales for ANZ
Hyperscale

Freshworks appoints Andrew Phillips as new VP of Sales for ANZ

Freshworks appoints Andrew Phillips as the new Country Manager and VP of Sales for ANZ, aiming to enhance market presence with advanced generative AI features.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
Craig McGregor joins Okta to lead ANZ partner strategy
Digital Transformation

Craig McGregor joins Okta to lead ANZ partner strategy

Craig McGregor has been appointed as Okta's Director of Partners and Alliances for ANZ, aiming to fortify its Partner-First Model in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Wavelink & Swimlane partner to boost AI security in ANZ
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Wavelink & Swimlane partner to boost AI security in ANZ

Wavelink partners with Swimlane to enhance security in Australia and New Zealand with AI-enhanced automation, aiming for increased efficiency and reduced costs.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as Managing Director for ANZ region
AI Security

Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as Managing Director for ANZ region

Cybersecurity firm Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his 18 years of expertise to drive growth and enhance customer value in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
ANZ SMBs ramp up marketing efforts amid economic challenges
Customer Experience

ANZ SMBs ramp up marketing efforts amid economic challenges

Despite facing economic challenges, ANZ small-to-medium businesses plan to intensify their marketing efforts in 2024, according to a study by Constant Contact.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management
Data Protection

Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management

AvePoint's VP, Max McNamara, details strategies employed by the global data management firm in navigating and shaping the digital landscape.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
Gen AI optimism high in ANZ but cybersecurity concerns loom
Customer Experience

Gen AI optimism high in ANZ but cybersecurity concerns loom

While ANZ business and IT leaders express high optimism for Gen AI's potential, cybersecurity concerns remain a dominant issue, especially following large-scale data breaches.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Kore.ai appoints Paul Rilstone as VP for Australia & New Zealand
Customer Experience

Kore.ai appoints Paul Rilstone as VP for Australia & New Zealand

Kore.ai appoints industry veteran Paul Rilstone as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost its presence and accelerate growth in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Half of ANZ lawyers trial generative AI despite lingering scepticism
Generative AI

Half of ANZ lawyers trial generative AI despite lingering scepticism

Half of legal workers in Australia and New Zealand have tried AI tools, yet skepticism remains high, a survey by legal information provider LexisNexis has revealed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024