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Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures
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A new report reveals that 70% of firms globally have adopted generative AI, but only 56% recognise its impact on cyber security, highlighting significant risks.
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Eighteen Australians awarded 2025 John Monash Scholarships
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ai
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sustainability
Eighteen Australians have been awarded the prestigious John Monash Scholarships for 2025, recognising leaders in fields like aerospace and cancer research.
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GitHub Copilot integrates Stack Overflow for AI assistance
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software development
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github
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stack overflow
Stack Overflow has unveiled a new GitHub Copilot Extension, enabling developers to ask questions directly within the AI tool, enhancing productivity.
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Solace named exemplary provider in ISG 2024 guide
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digital transformation
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Solace has been named an 'Exemplary Provider' in ISG Software Research’s 2024 Applications Integration Buyers Guide, recognising its superior product and customer experiences.
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GitHub unveils AI-native GitHub Spark for app creation
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software development
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google
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github
GitHub has launched GitHub Spark, an innovative tool that enables developers to create applications using natural language, aiming to support 1 billion developers.
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GitHub report: AI propels Python to top language slot
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edutech
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fintech
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data science
GitHub's latest Octoverse report reveals AI's transformative impact, with Python becoming the leading programming language and a 98% rise in generative AI projects.
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GitHub unveils multi-model AI features for Copilot
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software development
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google
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software engineering
GitHub has unveiled multi-model support for Copilot, enabling developers to choose from models by Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI.
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GitHub unveils new AI-powered developer tools platform
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ai
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software development
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google
GitHub has unveiled an enhanced developer platform powered by Copilot, featuring tools like GitHub Spark and multi-file editing to streamline workflows.
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Paloma Capital launches AUD $25 million tech fund II
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startup ecosystem
Paloma Capital has unveiled its second tech fund, targeting AUD $25 million to invest in high-growth startups across Australia and New Zealand.
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Freshworks launches Freddy AI Agent for service efficiency
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cx
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hcm
Freshworks has unveiled the Freddy AI Agent, designed to boost customer and employee experiences by autonomously resolving service requests in minutes.
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HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth
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hpc
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ai
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connectivity
HMC Capital has acquired Global Switch Australia, a move set to reshape the region's data centre sector and enhance local investment and services.
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SoftServe named a Challenger in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
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digital transformation
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SoftServe has been recognised as a Challenger in Gartner's 2024 Magic Quadrant for Custom Software Development Services, highlighting its focus on Generative AI.
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Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation
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martech
Anchora has secured its position as the first agency in the Asia-Pacific to achieve Adobe Journey Optimiser Specialisation, enhancing client marketing success.
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auDA 2023-24 report highlights secure & reliable domains
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cybersecurity
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au Domain Administration's 2023-24 report highlights managing 4.2 million .au domain names with 100% DNS availability and a commitment of USD $600,000 to community projects.
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Licence Plate Recognition – What it is and how it works
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firewalls
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network security
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physical security
Licence Plate Recognition technology is revolutionising vehicle identification in Australia, enhancing traffic management, law enforcement, and parking systems.
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Innowell appoints Dr Melanie Turner as Chief Clinical Officer
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autism
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university of adelaide
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mental health
Innowell has appointed Dr. Melanie Turner as its new Chief Clinical Officer, bringing extensive expertise in child-adolescent psychiatry and healthcare.
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DigiCert appoints Lakshmi Hanspal as Chief Trust Officer
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payment technologies
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cybersecurity
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paypal
DigiCert has appointed Lakshmi Hanspal as its new Chief Trust Officer, focusing on digital trust strategies from its Sunnyvale office.
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CyberCX appoints new industry leads in AUS & NZ sectors
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uc
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risk & compliance
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telco
CyberCX has appointed Megan Lane and Grant Walsh to lead the Health and Aged Care, and Telecommunications sectors in Australia and New Zealand.
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How technology modernisation is driving business resilience
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dr
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
As challenges in IT and security mount, over half of CIOs plan to modernise infrastructure, prioritising hybrid cloud strategies for enhanced resilience.
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Fujifilm introduces Australia's first open MRI machine
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fujifilm
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health and safety
Altus Medical Imaging in Gladesville has launched Australia's first Fujifilm Open MRI machine, enhancing patient comfort and accessibility in diagnostics.