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AI reshaping procurement & security: experts weigh in
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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procurement
The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping procurement and cybersecurity, as firms look to harness its potential while safeguarding critical data.
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Trellix secures IRAP certification for cloud security tools
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Trellix has secured IRAP certification for its Email Security and IVX solutions, easing procurement for Australian government agencies amid rising cyber threats.
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Hands-on review: OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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reviews
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peripherals
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bandwidth
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub boasts an impressive 80Gbps bandwidth, doubling previous speeds, making it essential for creatives and power users alike.
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Linux Foundation Energy releases SEAPATH version 1.0
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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virtualisation
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devops
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apm
Linux Foundation Energy has unveiled SEAPATH version 1.0, a groundbreaking open source hypervisor for digital substation automation systems, enhancing grid efficiency.
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Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
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DeepSeek breach highlights centralised AI vulnerabilities
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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breach prevention
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ai security
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data privacy
DeepSeek faces a major data breach, leading experts to advocate for decentralised AI systems to enhance security and mitigate user data risks.
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Nutanix: GenAI strategies prioritise security & scaling
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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it training
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genai
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data privacy
A new Nutanix report reveals that over 80% of enterprises have embraced Generative AI, yet 95% face significant security challenges in its implementation.
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Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Employment Hero has surpassed AUD $250 million in annualised recurring revenue, bolstering its mission to streamline employment processes for over 300,000 global businesses.
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OutSystems releases AI-driven Mentor for software development
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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low-code
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genai
OutSystems has launched its AI-driven digital worker, Mentor, on the OutSystems Developer Cloud to enhance software development efficiency and quality.
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Pax8 & Foxit enhance cloud offerings with new partnership
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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document management
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digital transformation
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ecm
Pax8 has partnered with Foxit to enhance its cloud marketplace, adding PDF and eSignature solutions aimed at improving document management for global businesses.
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Grandstream unveils GWN7670, its first Wi-Fi 7 access point
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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network infrastructure
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grandstream
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network management
Grandstream has launched its GWN7670 Wi-Fi 7 access point, achieving speeds up to 3.6Gbps to enhance connectivity for small-to-medium businesses.
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AI Chrome extensions pose privacy risk, study reveals
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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data collection
A study by Incogni reveals that two-thirds of AI-powered Chrome extensions could jeopardise user privacy, with 41% collecting personal data.
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Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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uc
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spacetech
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telco
Optus has launched its 5G network rollout in regional Australia, aiming to boost coverage significantly and complete the nationwide rollout two years ahead of schedule.
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AI needs process intelligence for meaningful impact
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
A new study by Celonis reveals that 89% of business leaders believe AI needs Process Intelligence for effectiveness, as 58% express concerns over process inefficiencies.
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AI & process intelligence vital for business leaders
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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data insights
A new report by Celonis reveals that 89% of business leaders believe AI must integrate with Process Intelligence to optimise operational efficiency.
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Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
In November 2024, a surge of over 60 DDoS attacks targeted 39 Australian websites, driven by the pro-Russian group NoName057(16) protesting government actions.
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SAS announces winners of the 2025 Global Partner Awards
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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open source
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ai
SAS has announced the 2025 Global Partner Awards, recognising companies like Deloitte and Microsoft for their innovative use of the SAS Viya platform.
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Amazon leads Australian marketplace as Catch closes down
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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ecommerce
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amazon
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digital marketing
Amazon continues to dominate Australia’s marketplace sector, as trust in competitors like Shein and Temu declines, according to the latest consumer report.
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Freshworks appoints Subramanian to lead product management
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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crm
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data protection
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cx
Freshworks has appointed Venki Subramanian as Senior Vice President of Product Management for Customer Experience, aiming to enhance its offerings for over 68,000 clients.
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How to build a standardised software development platform
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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it training
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software development
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cloud services
A GitLab study reveals 65% of Australian businesses are speeding up software delivery, but fragmentation in tools poses risks—standardisation is key to efficiency.