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New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
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New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies

A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Infosys & Telstra forge partnership to accelerate IT evolution
Unified Communications

Infosys & Telstra forge partnership to accelerate IT evolution

Infosys partners with Telstra to accelerate IT transformation, leveraging AI suite Infosys Topaz and cloud suite Infosys Cobalt for enhanced customer experience.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

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Upskilling for a GenAI-driven future
Unified Communications

Upskilling for a GenAI-driven future

As generative AI transforms industries, the focus shifts from fear of job loss to the need for workforce upskilling. Organisations must prepare staff to harness GenAI's potential.

By Luke Power • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Tenable finds only 3% of vulnerabilities pose significant risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Tenable finds only 3% of vulnerabilities pose significant risks

New research from Tenable finds that just 3% of vulnerabilities pose significant cybersecurity risks, urging firms to sharpen focus on key threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
Verbatim unveils new logo & product line-up for Computex 2024
Displays

Verbatim unveils new logo & product line-up for Computex 2024

Verbatim unveils a new logo at Computex, reflecting its modern identity. The rebranding coincides with the launch of innovative storage solutions and accessories.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
FinOps gains traction as cloud costs rise, says esynergy
Multi-cloud

FinOps gains traction as cloud costs rise, says esynergy

As cloud expenses soar, a new esynergy report underscores the rising role of FinOps, with 74% of organisations striving to optimise costs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Vudoo & News Corp Australia win Bronze at WARC Awards
Marketing Technologies

Vudoo & News Corp Australia win Bronze at WARC Awards

News Corp Australia and Vudoo earn Bronze at 2024 WARC Awards for Moet and Chandon campaign, highlighting their prowess in seamless online shopping solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
CommScope report uncovers MTDC benefits in data centres
Hyperscale

CommScope report uncovers MTDC benefits in data centres

CommScope's recent report cites multi-tenant data centres (MTDC) as a sustainable answer to the global data industry's escalating power supply challenges.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024
Kais Education to launch inclusive robot 'KaiBot' for Swift Playgrounds
eLearning

Kais Education to launch inclusive robot 'KaiBot' for Swift Playgrounds

Kais Education revolutionises inclusive STEM learning with the launch of 'KaiBot for Swift Playgrounds,' a venture aiming to provide comprehensive computer science education to all students, including those with disabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Are we really using our Human Resources data properly?
Human Capital Management

Are we really using our Human Resources data properly?

A lot of firms grapple with optimising data use amidst HR challenges, risking invaluable insights and modern efficiencies.

By Kathleen Webber • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Exclusive: Why Syniti believes data has infinite potential
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Why Syniti believes data has infinite potential

Syniti CEO, Kevin Campbell, explains the firm's commitment to leveraging data for transformative business outcomes and their growth plans for ANZ region.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Heights Telecom partners with BeFibre to enhance UK broadband
Gaming

Heights Telecom partners with BeFibre to enhance UK broadband

Heights Telecom and BeFibre partner to introduce Wi-Fi 6 routers for UK customers, targeting a shift to Wi-Fi 7 by mid-2025, enhancing broadband services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
UK designates data centres as CNI, experts call for more actions
Network Infrastructure

UK designates data centres as CNI, experts call for more actions

The UK Government has designated data centres as Critical National Infrastructure, prompting industry experts to call for a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Navigating new territories: New tools for online safety
Artificial Intelligence

Navigating new territories: New tools for online safety

Meta NZ ramps up efforts to safeguard online users, introducing advanced features to protect teens, enforce age verification, and blur sensitive content.

By Spencer Bailey • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
UK adults online for 76% of waking hours, study finds
EduTech

UK adults online for 76% of waking hours, study finds

New research by Bionic reveals the average UK adult spends 76% of waking hours online, highlighting concerns of excessive screen time and health impacts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Aspire launches AI suite, promises 75% reduction in manual tasks
Inflation

Aspire launches AI suite, promises 75% reduction in manual tasks

Singapore's Aspire launches AI suite to boost financial analytics and automation for Asian businesses, aiming to enhance decision-making amid rising costs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Red Alpha appoints Yoav Korman as Singapore Managing Director
Partner Programmes

Red Alpha appoints Yoav Korman as Singapore Managing Director

Red Alpha Cybersecurity appoints Yoav Korman as Managing Director of Singapore operations amid a global shortage of skilled professionals, aiming to redefine industry standards.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024