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Angela Robinson named country MD for Australia at Publicis
EduTech

Angela Robinson named country MD for Australia at Publicis

Angela Robinson has been appointed as Country Managing Director for Australia at Publicis Sapient, aiming to enhance digital transformation in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Gratifii & Fastter launch mobile plans as rewards
Unified Communications

Gratifii & Fastter launch mobile plans as rewards

Fastter has partnered with Gratifii to launch 'Member's Mobile' plans, aimed at delivering savings to 23 million users across Australia.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand
EduTech

Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand

Canary Technology Solutions has acquired Layer 8 Security, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings and promising a comprehensive approach to digital protection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Macquarie Government expands partnership with Netskope
Firewalls

Macquarie Government expands partnership with Netskope

Macquarie Government has expanded its partnership with Netskope, enhancing network security for a major Federal Government department in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Microsoft launches new Innovation Hub in North Sydney
Unified Communications

Microsoft launches new Innovation Hub in North Sydney

Microsoft has launched a new Innovation Hub in North Sydney to aid Australian firms in leveraging AI and other technologies for competitive advantage.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Australians worry about hacking, disinformation & security
Terrorism

Australians worry about hacking, disinformation & security

A recent Ipsos survey reveals that 80% of Australians see hacking as a major threat, while concerns about disinformation have also surged significantly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Global Stories

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC
Data Analytics

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn
Digital Transformation

GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn

Tricentis has secured a $1.33 billion investment from GTCR, valuing the firm at $4.5 billion as it aims for $425 million in 2024 revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
xMoney Global appoints Siourounis as CEO amid MiCA push
Crypto

xMoney Global appoints Siourounis as CEO amid MiCA push

xMoney Global has appointed Dr. Greg Siourounis as CEO, aiming to revolutionise digital payments with an integrated fiat and crypto platform.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions
Firewalls

PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions

PMT Security has launched a new division in Melbourne to deliver comprehensive security solutions for data centres and critical infrastructure in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Strand boosts online revenue by 37% with Pattern's AI tools
Customer Experience

Strand boosts online revenue by 37% with Pattern's AI tools

Strand has seen a 37% rise in online revenue thanks to its partnership with Pattern, which has leveraged AI to enhance digital marketing strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Rob Purdy appointed national sales director at Westcon-Comstor
Cloud Services

Rob Purdy appointed national sales director at Westcon-Comstor

Westcon-Comstor has appointed Rob Purdy as the new National Sales Director for New Zealand, reflecting strong growth in revenue.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Equinix & NUS to launch sustainable data centre hub
EduTech

Equinix & NUS to launch sustainable data centre hub

Equinix and the National University of Singapore are launching a Co-Innovation Facility in Singapore to develop sustainable solutions for data centres.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
New eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users unveiled
Digital Transformation

New eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users unveiled

MessageXchange has launched eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users, supporting New Zealand's mandate for wider adoption by 2026.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
AI & IT systems crucial for retail success on Black Friday
Digital Transformation

AI & IT systems crucial for retail success on Black Friday

As Black Friday looms, retailers face the dual challenge of IT resilience and consumer trust in AI, with only 10% of UK shoppers keen to use AI tools.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Remote work trends spark new cybersecurity strategies
Phishing

Remote work trends spark new cybersecurity strategies

As remote work evolves, organisations must adapt to new cybersecurity challenges and regulatory demands, warns Apricorn's Jon Fielding.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Radware enhances security for major Indian airport
Firewalls

Radware enhances security for major Indian airport

Radware has secured a contract to enhance cybersecurity for a major Indian airport to combat a 265% rise in cyber threats, delivering vital protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024