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Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call
Today
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privacy
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information protection
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mental health
Rising anxiety among Australia's schoolchildren highlights urgent need for enhanced mental health support, with one in seven affected yet many not seeking help.
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Bridging the digital divide: The future of Australian healthcare
Today
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digital transformation
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ai
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telehealth
Australia's healthcare system faces unprecedented demands, with a SOTI report emphasising urgent tech upgrades to enhance patient care and efficiency.
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J.P. Morgan partners with Quest to enhance Aussie payments
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fintech
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cx
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payment technologies
J.P. Morgan has teamed up with Melbourne's Quest Payment Systems to enhance retail payments in Australia, promising streamlined transactions and improved customer experiences.
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Auctane appoints Ciubotariu as CTO & Lombardi as CFO
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cx
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ai
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microsoft
Auctane has appointed Nick Ciubotariu as Chief Technology Officer and Sal Lombardi as Chief Financial Officer to drive its growth and innovation.
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A chokehold on small businesses: how late payments are hindering economic growth
Today
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xero
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inflation
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revenue management
Late payments cost Kiwi small businesses GBP £827 million in 2023, threatening their survival and hampering economic growth amidst rising inflation and interest rates.
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SentinelOne & AWS expand collaboration for AI security
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data protection
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cloud security
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genai
SentinelOne has extended its collaboration with Amazon Web Services to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions through its Purple AI analyst and Singularity Platform.
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Cyber Awareness Month: Tips on leveraging DSPM to improve your security posture
Today
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data protection
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cloud security
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genai
In Cyber Awareness Month, Concentric AI highlights strategies using Data Security Posture Management to enhance the security of sensitive data across systems.
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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks
Today
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ransomware
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phishing
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dlp
Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.
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Businesses hindered by inadequate data strategies for AI
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genai
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llms
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ai
A new report highlights that 95% of businesses struggle to fully leverage AI due to poor data strategies, with only 22% feeling 'very ready' for implementation.
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Salesforce survey reveals AI adoption hurdles for CIOs
Today
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
A Salesforce survey reveals that while 84% of CIOs view AI as vital as the internet, only 11% have fully implemented it amidst significant hurdles.
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Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students
Today
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cybersecurity
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palo alto networks
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online safety
The Marketing Syndicate, in partnership with Palo Alto Networks and NSW’s Department of Education, launches a cyber safety campaign for high school students.
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Dropbox introduces AI tool Dash for Business in Australia
Today
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storage
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ai
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dropbox
Dropbox has launched Dash for Business in Australia, an AI-driven search tool designed to enhance workflow and streamline access to scattered company files.
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Newgen Software reports 23% rise in Q2 revenues to INR 361 Cr
Today
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ecm
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cloud services
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insurance
Newgen Software has announced robust Q2 results for fiscal 2025, with revenues up 23% to INR 361 crore and profits surging 47% to INR 70 crore.
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Datacom launches secure Enterprise AI Assistant tool
Today
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data privacy
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ai
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datacom
Datacom has unveiled its Enterprise AI Assistant to help businesses leverage AI while ensuring the security of their organisational data.
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AI's role in cybersecurity: balancing power & risks
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data protection
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genai
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llms
A Swimlane report reveals AI's rapid adoption outpaces organisations' data security measures, with 74% fearing misinformation as a growing threat.
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Report reveals tech readiness gap in organisational goals
Today
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data privacy
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ai
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api management
A new report reveals a significant mismatch between technological aspirations and organisational readiness, emphasising urgent action needed across industries.
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Lenovo unveils hybrid AI solution in partnership with NVIDIA
Today
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genai
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ai
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lenovo
Lenovo and NVIDIA have unveiled the Hybrid AI Advantage, a solution designed to enhance data processing and streamline AI deployment for businesses.
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Okta's redrawing its cybersecurity boundaries, says CSO
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cx
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phishing
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ai security
Okta is pivoting from identity management to a focus on security, aiming to strengthen its defenses against sophisticated cyberattacks, says CSO David Bradbury.
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Simplismart secures USD $7m to enhance AI for enterprises
Today
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genai
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data privacy
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ml
Simplismart has raised USD $7m in funding led by Accel to advance its AI deployment capabilities, unveiling a cutting-edge inference engine for enterprises.
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KPMG Australia secures first global AI management standard
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risk & compliance
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ai
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cleantech
KPMG Australia has become the first firm globally to achieve certification for its AI management systems under the new BS ISO/IEC 42001 standard.