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HID Global releases fingerprint reader in AU market
Biometrics

HID Global releases fingerprint reader in AU market

HID Global unveils a cutting-edge fingerprint reader in Australia, promising swift, secure biometric access even in challenging conditions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2019
Reckon releases free single touch payroll mobile app
Fintech

Reckon releases free single touch payroll mobile app

Reckon has launched a free Single Touch Payroll Mobile App ahead of new ATO regulations effective 1 July 2019, simplifying compliance for microbusinesses.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2019

Global Stories

Modular data centre market CAGR expected to increase 22.3% by 2028
Edge Computing

Modular data centre market CAGR expected to increase 22.3% by 2028

The global modular data centre market is set to grow at a CAGR of 22.3% from 2018-2028, with Western Europe and North America leading the charge.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019
ABBYY launches new tool to streamline customer onboarding
Customer Experience

ABBYY launches new tool to streamline customer onboarding

ABBYY has introduced Mobile Web Capture, an AI-enabled mobile technology that aids the onboarding process for new customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019
ASB offers Google Pay - but some people will miss out
Marketing Technologies

ASB offers Google Pay - but some people will miss out

ASB Bank phases out its ASB Virtual payment service, introducing Google Pay for Android users. However, it's only compatible with Android 5.0 or later.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
HSBC announces new digital accounts receivable tool
Fintech

HSBC announces new digital accounts receivable tool

Australian FinTech Identitii announces HSBC's launch of its Digital Accounts Receivable Tool using Identitii's tokenisation technology.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Cryptolocker malware and ransomware threats on the rise
Malware

Cryptolocker malware and ransomware threats on the rise

Cryptolocker malware and ransomware is increasing at a rapid rate, with these threats rising 167% over the previous quarter.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Job ads are down and salaries are up - SEEK
Health Technologies

Job ads are down and salaries are up - SEEK

Australia's job advertisements fell by 6.5% in May, according to SEEK, but average salaries rose by 3.4%, with Tasmania and WA leading wage growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2019
Dark web dangers threaten world's top enterprises
Malware

Dark web dangers threaten world's top enterprises

4 in 10 dark web traders are selling hacking tools and services against Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 businesses, new research reveals.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2019
DX becomes the driving change in four key industries
Unified Communications

DX becomes the driving change in four key industries

Digital transformation is shaking up legal, finance, education, and manufacturing sectors, driving profit boosts and demanding rapid adaptation, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2019
Businesses remain unprepared despite cybersecurity risk
Fintech

Businesses remain unprepared despite cybersecurity risk

More than 50% of financial professionals see cyber security as a high risk, but two-thirds lack a proper plan.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2019
Key trends emerging in digital transformation approaches
Digital Transformation

Key trends emerging in digital transformation approaches

When working with board members and business stakeholders that are inherently suspicious of emerging technology, there is no room for error.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2019
Equinix puts US$77m into expanding data centres in Hong Kong
Hyperscale

Equinix puts US$77m into expanding data centres in Hong Kong

Equinix invests $77m in expanding Hong Kong data centers as demand for reliable facilities and robust network infrastructure increases.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019
Emotet drove 61% of malicious payloads in Q1 2019 - Proofpoint
Malware

Emotet drove 61% of malicious payloads in Q1 2019 - Proofpoint

In Q1 2019, 61% of malicious payloads were driven by Emotet, according to Proofpoint's latest report, highlighting a major cyber threat shift.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2019
New chief digital and technology officer for Kiwibank
Digital Transformation

New chief digital and technology officer for Kiwibank

Hamish Rumbold appointed as Kiwibank's chief digital and technology officer, bringing his expertise from ClearPoint and Fidelity Life.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Business management proving a struggle for Kiwi SMEs
Fintech

Business management proving a struggle for Kiwi SMEs

Small business owners in New Zealand are struggling with finance, IT and digital marketing, according to a study by Prospa.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2019
Women in tech: ShadowTech event to create opportunity
Fintech

Women in tech: ShadowTech event to create opportunity

Several high profile Kiwi tech firms will be giving young New Zealand female students the opportunity to be mentored at the upcoming ShadowTech Day events.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 28th May 2019