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Learning from the best: Cyberattack lessons from the BFSI sector
Virtualisation

Learning from the best: Cyberattack lessons from the BFSI sector

The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector in Australia is one of the most prone industries to cyberattacks.

By Les Williamson • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017

Global Stories

Retail and banking leading cognitive and AI systems growth
Artificial Intelligence

Retail and banking leading cognitive and AI systems growth

Retail and banking are driving demand for cognitive and AI systems according to IDC which says APAC will be the second largest market come 2021.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
APAC is now the most dangerous cyber threat region in the world
Malware

APAC is now the most dangerous cyber threat region in the world

APAC ranked highest in ransomware threats & malware detections, with online banking malware and malicious mobile app downloads also prevalent.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
MYOB and Xero claim spots on AFR Most Innovative Companies list
Fintech

MYOB and Xero claim spots on AFR Most Innovative Companies list

MYOB and Xero clinch spots on AFR's Top 50 Innovators, highlighting their commitment to revolutionising SME accounting.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017
Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fintech

Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment

The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia's most important startup sector.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
Cognizant to drive digital transformation for Hills
Digital Transformation

Cognizant to drive digital transformation for Hills

Hills harnesses Cognizant's prowess for sweeping digital overhaul, aiming to sharpen customer engagement and streamline operations.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Email scammers targeting SMBs under guise of accounting software
Fintech

Email scammers targeting SMBs under guise of accounting software

Cybercrime networks may be chasing smaller businesses who don't have a dedicated infosec or IT team to help defend against scams.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
How to build a #human element into your organisational culture – Xero
Fintech

How to build a #human element into your organisational culture – Xero

Xero's Rachael Powell outlines six essential components using the acronym EBITDA to build a human-centred organisational culture amid rapid business changes.

By Rachael Powell • 8 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Bot services market worth US$1,783.9m by 2022 – APAC the driver
Unified Communications

Bot services market worth US$1,783.9m by 2022 – APAC the driver

​A new research report from MarketsandMarkets has forecast very positive times ahead for the bot services market, with APAC leading the way.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
Fuji Xerox files proceedings against former senior executives
Document Management

Fuji Xerox files proceedings against former senior executives

Fuji Xerox NZ and its parent company have begun civil action against the former senior executives of the Kiwi operations.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
'Banking for blockchain' platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round
Fintech

'Banking for blockchain' platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round

Bankera's 'digital bank' will provide traditional banking and investment banking services to the blockchain marketplace including payments and loans.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
Keppel DC REIT acquires European data center for $103m
Hyperscale

Keppel DC REIT acquires European data center for $103m

Keppel DC REIT bolsters portfolio with key $103m Irish data center, solidifying presence in Dublin's bustling tech hub.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
Thales boost security for Kakao, Korea's 'digital only' bank
Encryption

Thales boost security for Kakao, Korea's 'digital only' bank

South Korean digital-only bank Kakao has deployed Thales security technologies as part of its efforts to boost the foundation of its banking systems.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
North Korea's nefarious links to cryptocurrency theft
Crypto

North Korea's nefarious links to cryptocurrency theft

North Korean state-sponsored actors may be behind campaigns to steal virtual currencies in order to fund the state's activities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Surge in support for Labour party from small businesses
Fintech

Surge in support for Labour party from small businesses

'Jacindamaina' has seen a dramatic rise in support for Labour, according to the latest research by accounting software provider MYOB.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
Compliance and automation the big election issues for SMBs
Fintech

Compliance and automation the big election issues for SMBs

Reckon surveyed 1500 of its clients across a number of different industries – from accounting and bookkeeping through to construction and IT.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
Google, Warehouse execs to speak at Future of Business event
Digital Transformation

Google, Warehouse execs to speak at Future of Business event

The event is aimed at inspiring others to futureproof their business and adapt in the face of technological change.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017