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Sarah Martin joins Avec as General Manager, ACT
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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software development
Leading IT project delivery company, Avec, appoints seasoned tech executive, Sarah Martin, as General Manager, ACT, enhancing its growth prospects in the region.
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GEN8 announces Generative AI training for knowledge workers
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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physical security
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genai
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data privacy
Australian firm GEN8 has announced the Generative AI Navigator (GAIN) programme, a 3-week course designed to equip knowledge workers with the skills and insight required to navigate the emerging field of generative AI.
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Seagate unveils Mozaic 3+ hard drive boosting data centre capacity
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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storage
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dc
Seagate makes breakthrough with Mozaic 3+ hard drive platform, offering unprecedented 3TB+ per platter storage densities using HAMR technology, aimed at transforming large-scale data storage solutions.
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Demand for data and analytics expertise at three-year high, according to new SnapLogic report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data privacy
The report showcases a significant demand for expertise, increased reliance on AI and the pivotal role of cybersecurity in data strategies.
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Keeper Security introduces hardware key as sole 2FA method
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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smartphones
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encryption
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passwordless
Keeper Security boosts cybersecurity with new support for hardware security keys as the solitary Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) method to deter remote attacks.
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Elsight unveils global Halo drone communications platform
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Elsight launches a universal version of its Halo drone communications platform, enabling uninterrupted, global drone operations regardless of cellular systems.
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Intel's biggest chip design overhaul in 40 years integrates AI
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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ai
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intel
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cpu
The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) functionalities into Intel's Core Ultra processors has required a significant redesign of the conventional chip structure.
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Technology's power: Steering sustainable IT evolution forward
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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power / energy
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cleantech
When considering sustainable IT solutions, we’ve broken down the six steps of transformative actions that could help your organisation reach its goals.
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Aussie consumers troubled by fake online reviews, new study reveals
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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reviews
A new study reveals 78% of Australian shoppers are anxious about fake reviews, prompting the need for government and brand intervention to verify online content authenticity.
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Retail theft at self-checkouts doubles, AI poses possible solution
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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physical security
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shopping
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security vulnerabilities
Surging retail theft via self-checkouts sees cart-based losses doubling in a year, costing the average store over $102k annually, reveals an Everseen report.
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Guardio Labs exposes critical vulnerability in Opera browser
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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browsers
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Guardio Labs uncovers a significant zero-day vulnerability in Opera's browser, threatening its 350 million active users; Opera's 'My-Flow' feature enables act of exploitation.
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Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Australia's Kinetic IT lands a $23 million three-year contract with the Federal Department of Infrastructure, set to support nationwide digital transformation with new tech services.
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Tata Consultancy Services ranked second most valuable IT brand in global list
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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ai
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cleantech
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sustainability
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) ranks as the second most valuable IT brand with a steep 11.5% year-on-year growth, raising its worth to $19.2bn.
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Cognizant and Microsoft launch AI-powered 'Innovation Assistant'
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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genai
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Cognizant partners with Microsoft to launch the Innovation Assistant, an AI-powered tool designed to bolster staff innovation and customer-led solutions.
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DataStax launches GenAI tech with new Data API and enhanced Astra DB
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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genai
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microsoft
DataStax has announced the general availability of a new Data API, developed to bolster the performance of generative AI applications.
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Scality promotes Marie-Laure Retureau as VP of Sales for APJ & ME regions
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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storage
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Marie-Laure Retureau takes on VP of Sales role at data storage software provider Scality, aiming to expand the company's presence across APJ, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian regions.
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Equinix launches Fabric Cloud Router for efficient multicloud networking
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Equinix brings its Fabric Cloud Router to markets globally, enabling efficient multi-cloud connections for businesses within 45 seconds and reducing complex operational costs.
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Smartsheet hits $1 billion ARR, a first in work management category
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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productivity
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gartner magic quadrant
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analyst report
Work management platform Smartsheet has secured a landmark $1bn in annualised recurring revenue in Q4, achieving a first in the sector and bolstering its status as a category leader.
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Cognizant unveils Azure-based AI tool to boost innovation programme
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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data protection
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genai
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data privacy
Cognizant and Microsoft unveil the AI-powered Innovation Assistant, enhancing Cognizant's internal innovation programme and boosting client co-innovation opportunities.
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Avanade unveils retail AI innovations, details readiness barriers at NRF 2024
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Avanade unveils new AI retail solutions at NRF 2024, alongside findings that despite 90% of retailers ready for AI-driven experiences, hurdles remain due to a lack of AI guidelines and employee training.