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Harnessing the power of ICT to propel your enterprise forward: Five key trends you need to be across in 2026
Firewalls

Harnessing the power of ICT to propel your enterprise forward: Five key trends you need to be across in 2026

Five key ICT trends for 2026-agentic AI, cybersecurity, edge computing, connectivity, and sustainability-will shape how businesses thrive amid uncertainty.

By Navneesh Garg • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia
Malware

Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia

AI-driven cyber threats are escalating in Australia, with criminals deploying deepfakes and malware that evolves to bypass security, warns Google's Andrew Aston.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025

Global Stories

2026 stories

Moomoo analysis examines AMD's long-term outlook
Semiconductors

Moomoo analysis examines AMD's long-term outlook

AMD outlines multi-year growth expectations as new market analysis from Moomoo assesses the company's reliance on data centre and AI demand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
AI agents, biometrics & stablecoins to reshape payments by 2026
Biometrics

AI agents, biometrics & stablecoins to reshape payments by 2026

By 2026, AI agents will streamline one-third of B2B payments, while stablecoins and biometrics reshape global payment security and standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Visa survey finds creators optimistic but need better banking
Fintech

Visa survey finds creators optimistic but need better banking

Visa survey reveals 88% of digital creators expect growth, yet 62% still use personal accounts, highlighting a need for tailored business banking solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
CNCF launches new certification for cloud native engineers
Virtualisation

CNCF launches new certification for cloud native engineers

The CNCF has launched the Certified Cloud Native Platform Engineer credential to certify advanced platform engineering skills for enterprises.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Enterprises to focus AI spend on cost savings & data control
Hybrid Cloud

Enterprises to focus AI spend on cost savings & data control

Enterprises will prioritise AI investments on cost savings, data governance, and measurable business outcomes over new tool acquisition in 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Synology unveils PAS7700 NVMe storage to meet AI data surge
Storage

Synology unveils PAS7700 NVMe storage to meet AI data surge

Synology launches PAS7700, a dual-active all-NVMe storage system, offering secure, high-performance, and highly available data access for AI-driven enterprises.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Coevolve's Tim Sullivan warns firms on AI connectivity gap
Firewalls

Exclusive: Coevolve's Tim Sullivan warns firms on AI connectivity gap

Enterprises rushing AI adoption risk being undermined by neglecting critical network and security layers essential for secure global connectivity, warns Coevolve CEO.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
DroneShield secures AUD $7.6m US deals as orders & pipeline surge
Software-as-a-Service

DroneShield secures AUD $7.6m US deals as orders & pipeline surge

DroneShield secures AUD $7.6m in US government contracts, boosting orders and expanding production to meet rising demand for counter-drone technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Forrester predicts AI errors to cost B2B firms over USD $10 billion
Robotic Process Automation

Forrester predicts AI errors to cost B2B firms over USD $10 billion

Forrester warns that AI errors could cost B2B firms over USD $10 billion by 2026 due to unregulated tool use, while influencer spending and AI negotiation rise.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech
Digital Entertainment

LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech

LG Electronics won multiple CES 2026 Innovation Awards, including top honours for its transparent 77-inch OLED TV and advanced webOS smart platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

2026 stories

Beyond the spreadsheet: The future of FP&A in law firms
Unified Communications

Beyond the spreadsheet: The future of FP&A in law firms

Law firms are transforming financial planning and analysis, using integrated data and AI to drive strategy and boost profitability beyond traditional spreadsheets.

By Mark Bodger • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Singapore firms hit USD $1.6 billion in global PayPal sales
Marketing Technologies

Singapore firms hit USD $1.6 billion in global PayPal sales

Singapore firms have reached USD $1.6 billion in global PayPal sales, driven by exports in gaming, fashion, and beauty sectors to markets like the US and Mexico.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Swyftx secures naming rights for NZCryptoCon 2026 in Auckland
Crypto

Swyftx secures naming rights for NZCryptoCon 2026 in Auckland

Swyftx has secured naming rights for NZCryptoCon 2026 in Auckland, spotlighting its role in expanding crypto education and engagement in New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Osome recognised as leading AI business platform in fintech ranking
Partner Programmes

Osome recognised as leading AI business platform in fintech ranking

Osome, an AI-driven business platform, ranked among Singapore's top fintech firms for easing financial admin and aiding business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Business Software Alliance: AI could add USD $500 billion to India
Digital Transformation

Business Software Alliance: AI could add USD $500 billion to India

Business Software Alliance predicts AI adoption could boost India's economy by over USD $500 billion by 2035, supporting the government's Viksit Bharat goals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025