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CYPHER LEARNING advances online learning in Australia
EduTech

CYPHER LEARNING advances online learning in Australia

With the launch of ILP, CYPHER LEARNING aims to emphasise the difference between a traditional LMS and an intelligent solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2022
Aussies want more digital, artificial intelligence govt services
Artificial Intelligence

Aussies want more digital, artificial intelligence govt services

Australians want more digital government services and a majority are comfortable with Artificial Intelligence-generated services that personalise assistance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2022
Montessori Australia, Raiz Invest improve financial literacy
EduTech

Montessori Australia, Raiz Invest improve financial literacy

Montessori Australia (MA) has announced it is partnering with Raiz Invest to improve financial literacy for Australian children.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2022
Telstra expands regional team through Connected Communities
Unified Communications

Telstra expands regional team through Connected Communities

Telstra is increasing support for customers in regional areas by boosting the number of local experts and community support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2022
Gartner anticipates $117.2 billion 2022 Australian IT spend
EduTech

Gartner anticipates $117.2 billion 2022 Australian IT spend

Gartner has projected a total Australian IT spend of AU$117.2 billion in 2022 in its latest forecast, increasing by 13.1% from 2021.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2022
IDC quarterly report names Fortinet as top company in Australia
Firewalls

IDC quarterly report names Fortinet as top company in Australia

Fortinet ranked number one for security appliance units shipped in Australia, with a 25.2% market share, according to IDC.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2022
Supply chain blindspots impede Australian ESG progress
Supply Chain

Supply chain blindspots impede Australian ESG progress

The availability of crucial supply chain data is preventing organisations from meeting their environmental, social, and governance goals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2022
Blockchain Diploma a breakthrough for TAFE
Blockchain

Blockchain Diploma a breakthrough for TAFE

TAFE Queensland has been approved with JobTrainer funding for Australia's first Diploma of Applied Blockchain.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2022
The rise of cybercrime - Over $300 million lost to scams last year
Malware

The rise of cybercrime - Over $300 million lost to scams last year

As remote work pushes more Australians online, the increase in cybercrime hits record-high rates, sparking significant concerns.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2022
NCS acquires ARQ Group to continue Australian expansion
Health Technologies

NCS acquires ARQ Group to continue Australian expansion

NCS has acquired ARQ Group for A$290 million. The move brings to scale NCS NEXT in Australia, which offers end-to-end digital transformation solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022
Telstra to deliver faster internet for QLD schools
EduTech

Telstra to deliver faster internet for QLD schools

State school students across Queensland will now have faster internet speeds, following a new $187m deal between Telstra and the Queensland Government.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
Appian platform helping Horizon Power digitally transform
Digital Transformation

Appian platform helping Horizon Power digitally transform

Appian has announced that Horizon Power is now using the Appian low-code platform to power its digital transformation program.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
90% of Australian companies fear competitive displacement
Microservices

90% of Australian companies fear competitive displacement

Kong's new report highlights a modern tech stack's vital role in enabling business innovation and world-class digital experiences.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
CSIRO and NVIDIA team up to extend AI in Australia
Partner Programmes

CSIRO and NVIDIA team up to extend AI in Australia

CSIRO has entered into an AI Nations collaboration agreement with NVIDIA to build Australia's domestic AI capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Mar 2022
Online retail still the chosen method for Australian consumers
Supply Chain

Online retail still the chosen method for Australian consumers

According to a new report from Manhattan Associates, a significant shift to online retail is still very much apparent among Australian consumers.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs
Quantum Computing

ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs

Australian tech industry targets aren't ambitious enough, says ACS, calling for greater visionary thinking from leaders.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
Hyland partners with Espire for enhanced BX technology solutions
Digital Transformation

Hyland partners with Espire for enhanced BX technology solutions

Hyland has partnered with Espire to deliver an enhanced range of Business Experience (BX) technology with advanced content management solutions.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2022
Aus experts face record cyber threats, overwhelming workload
Malware

Aus experts face record cyber threats, overwhelming workload

Organisations are seeking new ways to protect their expanding attack surface and maintain stability, according to Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2022
Avast reveals top 10 malware types troubling Aussie users
Malware

Avast reveals top 10 malware types troubling Aussie users

Avast has revealed the top 10 malware types putting Australian users at risk of having their personal data and money stolen and losing control of their devices.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2022