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Australian firms face hurdles in Generative AI rollout
Data governance

Australian firms face hurdles in Generative AI rollout

A lack of data maturity and resources threatens Australia's Generative AI rollout, warns ADAPT's 2024 survey, as firms struggle with fundamental requirements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Cybersecurity disconnect: Australian IT leaders vs C-suite
Hyperscale

Cybersecurity disconnect: Australian IT leaders vs C-suite

A Trend Micro report reveals a significant disconnect between Australian IT security leaders and C-suite executives on the severity of cyber risks, prompting concern over inadequate senior-level response.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024

Global Stories

C-Suite stories

Poor data quality hinders AI success for many firms
Digital Transformation

Poor data quality hinders AI success for many firms

A new report reveals that poor data quality and lack of infrastructure are hindering AI projects for one in three companies, highlighting urgent need for core modernisation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
AI agents to redefine corporate roles by 2025, says Glass
eLearning

AI agents to redefine corporate roles by 2025, says Glass

Graham Glass, CEO of CYPHER Learning, predicts 2025 will see a major shift towards autonomous AI agents, while addressing workers' concerns over job security.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
NICE recognised as leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Unified Communications

NICE recognised as leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant

NICE has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contact Centre as a Service, marking its tenth consecutive year in this position.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
NICE unveils CXone Mpower for AI-driven service automation
Unified Communications

NICE unveils CXone Mpower for AI-driven service automation

NICE has launched CXone Mpower, a groundbreaking platform designed to automate customer service processes through advanced AI integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
CellPoint Digital promotes Sørensen & Osei to key roles
Fintech

CellPoint Digital promotes Sørensen & Osei to key roles

CellPoint Digital has promoted Michael Sørensen to CTO and Steven Osei to CMO, enhancing their leadership amid rapid fintech industry changes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Banks reveal increased AI usage in response to shareholder demand
LinkedIn

Banks reveal increased AI usage in response to shareholder demand

Nearly one-third of the world's largest banks now disclose AI use cases and ROI, with UK banks like Barclays and NatWest tripling AI references over the past year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Speeding towards a sustainable future
Data Analytics

Speeding towards a sustainable future

As awareness of sustainability grows, businesses are being urged to embrace eco-friendly practices, driven by consumer demand and impending regulations.

By Chris Iacovou • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Over half of organisations now have dedicated AI boards - Gartner
Generative AI

Over half of organisations now have dedicated AI boards - Gartner

A Gartner poll reveals that 55% of organisations have adopted an AI board, with 54% appointing an AI leader, yet only a minority hold CAIO titles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Semperis secures USD $125m funding, appoints new executives
Ransomware

Semperis secures USD $125m funding, appoints new executives

Semperis secures USD $125m funding from J. P. Morgan and Hercules Capital, bolstering its executive team with three new hires to drive global growth and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Diligent unveils ERM dashboard with Moody's market data integration
Risk & Compliance

Diligent unveils ERM dashboard with Moody's market data integration

Diligent unveils an innovative ERM dashboard powered by Moody's market data, offering CROs, CFOs, and risk professionals a holistic view of external risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows
Fintech

Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

C-Suite stories

Developer experience roles top UK salary ranks with GBP £146,933
Blockchain

Developer experience roles top UK salary ranks with GBP £146,933

A Stack Overflow survey reveals UK developer experience roles as the highest-paid, with a median salary of GBP £146,933, reflecting industry demands.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Would a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) ever go to prison?
Ransomware

Would a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) ever go to prison?

Cyber attacks are on the rise, raising serious questions about whether CISOs should face legal penalties, including prison, for breaches.

By Colin Fraser • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Communication gap between C-suite & cybersecurity leaders
Data Privacy

Communication gap between C-suite & cybersecurity leaders

There's a worrying communication gap between C-suite execs and cybersecurity leaders, despite agreement on the importance of cybersecurity risk mitigation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Apr 2024
Half of businesses unclear on AI impact despite high investment
Artificial Intelligence

Half of businesses unclear on AI impact despite high investment

Despite 82% of businesses aggressively investing in AI, half remain unsure about its real business impact and integration roadmap, according to a report by Orgvue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024