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AI Appreciation Day: Experts discuss business operations and transformation

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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Experts highlight how asset-centric firms must adopt AI carefully using a Walk, Jog, Run approach to integrate transformation and governance effectively.
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AI and cloud growth demands smarter security for SMBs

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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SMBs across Asia Pacific embrace AI and cloud to boost growth, yet face rising cybersecurity challenges needing smarter, integrated security strategies.
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SmartestEnergy adopts Ardoq to boost renewable data management

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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SmartestEnergy adopts Ardoq's platform to enhance renewable energy data management and AI governance across the UK, US, and Australia.
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Australian organisations urged to prioritise reskilling as AI reshapes jobs

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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With AI reshaping roles, Australian firms are urged to boost reskilling as 44% of staff now prioritise professional development over other benefits.
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Kore.ai & 8people team up to drive AI adoption in Australia

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Kore.ai and Melbourne-based 8people partner to boost AI adoption in Australian enterprises, combining tech and ethical frameworks for business transformation.
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Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Ben Dawson has been appointed Cisco's new President for Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China, succeeding Dave West as the tech giant shifts leadership roles.
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When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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NetFoundry pioneers native zero-trust networks to securely orchestrate autonomous vehicles during emergencies, preventing cyberattacks and ensuring swift response.
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Capgemini to acquire WNS for USD $3.3 billion in AI expansion

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Capgemini will acquire WNS for USD $3.3 billion, aiming to lead the AI-driven business process services market by year-end, pending approvals.
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Vection secures AUD $4 million Italian enterprise tech deal

Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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Vection Technologies secures AUD $4 million deal with Omniacom Group to deploy AI-powered XR tech across Italian enterprise sectors over three years.
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Cult of Monday acquires Mondo Search to strengthen talent focus

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Cult of Monday has acquired Mondo Search, combining expertise to bolster leadership and talent solutions for tech and other sectors facing workforce challenges.
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Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.
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Australian IT leaders see data streaming as key to AI growth

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Most Australian IT leaders see data streaming as vital for AI growth, with 93% planning increased investment to supply real-time, trustworthy data for AI systems.
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Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Salesforce launches Agentforce 3 to help enterprises scale AI adoption with enhanced control, interoperability, and real-time hybrid workforce insights.
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Forrester warns AI costs to surge from USD $2.3bn to USD $13.8bn

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Forrester forecasts global generative AI spending to soar from USD $2.3bn in 2023 to USD $13.8bn in 2024, urging firms to optimise escalating costs strategically.
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Endava forms global advisory board to guide AI transformation

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Endava has formed a global advisory board led by Alastair Lukies and Dame Alison Rose to guide AI-driven business transformation worldwide.
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Adairs saves AUD $5 million by bringing supply chain in-house

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Adairs reports AUD $5 million annual savings after bringing its supply chain in-house with Manhattan SCALE, boosting efficiency and customer fulfilment.
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JAGGAER appoints Andrew Roszko as Chief Executive Officer

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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JAGGAER appoints Andrew Roszko as CEO, aiming to drive growth and AI innovation amid increasing global supply chain complexities.
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BlackLine appoints Sam Balaji to Board for global growth drive

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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BlackLine has appointed Sam Balaji, former Deloitte Consulting CEO, to its Board to drive global growth and accelerate AI-led digital finance transformation.
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Skillsoft & Salesforce launch AI learning for support teams

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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Skillsoft partners with Salesforce to launch AI-powered training within its platform, aiming to close skill gaps in customer support teams and enhance service quality.
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Pax8 launches AI initiatives & rewards to boost MSP growth

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Pax8 launches new AI initiatives, including a research report, learning programme, marketplace upgrades, and rewards to accelerate MSP growth in SMB transformation.