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KPay launches in Australia to boost SME payments & operations
Digital Transformation

KPay launches in Australia to boost SME payments & operations

KPay has launched in Sydney, aiming to enhance payments and operations for Australian SMEs with a USD $55 million fundraise backing its expansion.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025

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Rubrik recognised as leader in global IDC cyber-recovery report
Data Protection

Rubrik recognised as leader in global IDC cyber-recovery report

Rubrik has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape 2025 report for its advanced AI-driven cyber-recovery and identity resilience solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Why it's vital to bring all of your customers on your CX transformation journey
Data Analytics

Why it's vital to bring all of your customers on your CX transformation journey

Australian banks must use AI and personalised service to rebuild trust and enhance customer experience across all age groups and regions.

By Jeremy Thomas • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025
AI deployment delays rise as data security & accuracy issues grow
Digital Transformation

AI deployment delays rise as data security & accuracy issues grow

AI deployment delays are increasing by up to 12 months as 75% of firms face data security breaches and accuracy issues, hindering progress globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Omnissa launches secure suite to protect SaaS & web access
Data Protection

Omnissa launches secure suite to protect SaaS & web access

Omnissa unveils Secure Access Suite in partnership with Google, strengthening browser-based protection for SaaS and web applications across industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Cyber skills shortage & rising AI use drive higher breach costs
Firewalls

Cyber skills shortage & rising AI use drive higher breach costs

A global shortage of cyber experts and rising AI use are driving cyber breach costs above USD $1 million for over half of organisations in 2024, says Fortinet.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Report urges policy reforms to boost AI in APAC financial services
Hyperscale

Report urges policy reforms to boost AI in APAC financial services

A Flint Global report urges APAC policymakers to reform regulations and boost AI adoption in financial services for innovation and security gains.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Financial Services stories

Paul Littlefair appointed Chair to lead TUANZ strategic future
DevOps

Paul Littlefair appointed Chair to lead TUANZ strategic future

Paul Littlefair has been named Chair of TUANZ, steering its new strategy focused on inclusion, AI, data privacy and digital skills across New Zealand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Hyland unveils AI-driven content tools for European compliance
Digital Transformation

Hyland unveils AI-driven content tools for European compliance

Hyland launches AI-powered content management tools to help European enterprises enhance compliance, unify data, and boost automation across industries.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Stacks launches AI platform to transform finance team workflows
Fintech

Stacks launches AI platform to transform finance team workflows

Stacks launches an AI platform using agentic technology to streamline finance workflows, cutting financial close times by 50% for accounting teams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October
Data Protection

UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October

With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
JPMorganChase tops AI Index as banks boost investment returns
Digital Transformation

JPMorganChase tops AI Index as banks boost investment returns

JPMorganChase leads the Evident AI Index as banks boost AI investments, with returns expected to nearly double to USD $2 billion amid rising adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
GovWare 2025 in Singapore to unite over 13,000 global experts
Hyperscale

GovWare 2025 in Singapore to unite over 13,000 global experts

GovWare 2025 in Singapore will unite over 13,000 global experts from 90+ countries to discuss digital trust, AI, and cybersecurity innovation in October.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
FE fundinfo unveils Nexus AI to streamline adviser operations
Robotic Process Automation

FE fundinfo unveils Nexus AI to streamline adviser operations

FE fundinfo launches Nexus AI, an AI tool enhancing compliance, data management and reporting to boost efficiency for UK investment professionals.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Canadian firms struggle with AI in cybersecurity amid talent gap
Firewalls

Canadian firms struggle with AI in cybersecurity amid talent gap

Canadian firms increasingly adopt AI in cybersecurity but face a talent shortage that hinders progress and raises breach risks, finds Fortinet's 2025 report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
EQ Bank launches digital account for small businesses
Human Capital Management

EQ Bank launches digital account for small businesses

EQ Bank unveils a digital banking suite for Canadian small businesses, with a focus on human-led customer service and low interest rates.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Sonny Thadani returns to lead Accordion's New York office growth
Leadership

Sonny Thadani returns to lead Accordion's New York office growth

Sonny Thadani returns as New York office lead at Accordion, boosting senior leadership to drive growth and talent in its largest and most critical client hub.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025