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Australian firms struggle to understand CISO role, says Fastly
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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

Global Stories

Corporate treasurers frustrated by outdated bank onboarding methods
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Corporate treasurers frustrated by outdated bank onboarding methods

Research by Encompass Corporation reveals that 87% of corporate treasurers in the UK and US abandon banking applications due to outdated onboarding processes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs
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AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs

AI talent has grown by 9% in the world's biggest banks over the last six months, led by a recruitment drive towards AI implementation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Parkable tech revives unused parking spaces, generates millions in revenue
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Parkable tech revives unused parking spaces, generates millions in revenue

New tech by Parkable may boost Australian landlords' fortunes by converting underutilised city-centre parking into flexible spaces, tapping into millions of potential revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows
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Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
ANZ small businesses weigh increased marketing amid economic concerns
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ANZ small businesses weigh increased marketing amid economic concerns

Despite economic concerns, 46% of Australian and New Zealand SMBs plan to increase marketing spend in a bid to survive, with 48% set to raise their budgets by at least 10%, finds survey.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Kore.ai research finds AI preference among contact centre agents & consumers
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Kore.ai research finds AI preference among contact centre agents & consumers

New research by Kore.ai shows a shift towards AI-driven solutions in customer service, with agents prioritising AI tech over fair pay, and consumers applauding AI's precision and reliability.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Check Point report shows 154% rise in cloud security incidents in 2024
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Check Point report shows 154% rise in cloud security incidents in 2024

Check Point's 2024 Cloud Security Report reveals a dramatic 154% rise in cloud security incidents in a single year amid escalating cyber threats, showing an urgent need for AI-driven security solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024
Volopa integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 bolstering finance tools
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Volopa integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 bolstering finance tools

Payments provider Volopa collaborates with Microsoft Dynamics 365, enhancing its expense management tools, building on partnerships earlier this year with ClearBank and Yapily.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024
Australian firms see customer rates hit by increasing fraud
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Australian firms see customer rates hit by increasing fraud

LexisNexis Risk Solutions' study reveals 80% of Australian firms recognise fraud significantly impacting customer conversion rates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience
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MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience

MYOB has updated its business management platform to simplify navigation for small-to-medium businesses, enhancing usability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
New Relic report uncovers ongoing trends in Java adoption
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New Relic report uncovers ongoing trends in Java adoption

New Relic's fourth annual State of the Java Ecosystem report reveals latest trends in Java development and adoption, highlighting significant growth in Java 21's uptake and shifts in preferred Java Developer Kits.

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

Stories from Other Regions

AI talent in banking sees significant growth, report reveals
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AI talent in banking sees significant growth, report reveals

AI-driven roles in US and European banks show robust growth, doubling overall headcount growth despite job cuts, according to Evident report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
YES BANK & EBANX to boost Indian cross-border commerce
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YES BANK & EBANX to boost Indian cross-border commerce

YES BANK and global fintech firm EBANX partner to bolster India's cross-border commerce, aiming to streamline transactions and offer compliant payment solutions to the nation's 350 million online shoppers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
AI's role in shaping future workplaces explored in annual Work Trend Index
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AI's role in shaping future workplaces explored in annual Work Trend Index

Microsoft and LinkedIn's annual Work Trend Index reveals how AI is transforming workplaces, with New Zealand leading in AI adoption despite lacking comprehensive implementation plans.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Outpayce, Amadeus's fintech, receives Spanish e-money licence
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Outpayce, Amadeus's fintech, receives Spanish e-money licence

Outpayce, fintech arm of Amadeus, is licensed by the Bank of Spain to offer regulated payment services and issue prepaid virtual cards, consolidating its position in Spain's e-money market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024
Dubai fintech Fils & Pakistan's TPS partner for green banking initiative
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Dubai fintech Fils & Pakistan's TPS partner for green banking initiative

Dubai's climate fintech Fils partners with Pakistan's TPS to integrate sustainability infrastructure, enabling institutions across Asia to monitor their carbon emissions and buy top-tier carbon credits.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024