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BAI secures 3.8 GHz spectrum to expand private networks
Unified Communications

BAI secures 3.8 GHz spectrum to expand private networks

BAI Communications has secured licensed spectrum in the 3.8 GHz band from ACMA, enhancing its private mobile network capabilities across Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges
Unified Communications

AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges

AI brings transformative potential to Australia's manufacturing sector, but challenges remain in tech capabilities and data management that must be addressed.

By James Schwarz • 4 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

Global Stories

Industry 4.0 stories

Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
Ransomware

Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure

OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Industrial cybersecurity market to double by 2033
Firewalls

Industrial cybersecurity market to double by 2033

The industrial cybersecurity market is set to grow at 7.8% CAGR, reaching USD $46.96 billion by 2033, driven by IoT and cloud security adoption.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware
Malware

Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware

A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
OLOID secures $6m funding & new Workday partnership
Firewalls

OLOID secures $6m funding & new Workday partnership

OLOID has secured $6 million in Series A1 funding to enhance its identity management solutions for deskless workers and integrate with Workday.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Industrial Metaverse set to revolutionise global industries
Unified Communications

Industrial Metaverse set to revolutionise global industries

The Industrial Metaverse is poised to transform global industries, merging virtual and physical realms to enhance collaboration and boost operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks
Ransomware

Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks

As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.

By Bob Palmer • 5 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
The need for pervasive microsegmentation
Virtualisation

The need for pervasive microsegmentation

ColourTokens champions pervasive microsegmentation, safeguarding resources from VMs to microservices across diverse locations, crucial for efficient business operations.

By Venky Raju • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
NTT DATA launches Edge AI to modernise industrial operations
Edge Computing

NTT DATA launches Edge AI to modernise industrial operations

NTT DATA has launched its innovative Edge AI platform to streamline industrial operations by enhancing real-time data integration and decision-making capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
Mendix 10.12 update brings AI tools & enhanced security
Security Operations Centres

Mendix 10.12 update brings AI tools & enhanced security

Mendix has launched the 10.12 update for its low-code platform, featuring AI tools and enhanced security to boost developer productivity and innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn
Robotics

Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn

The global Industry 4.0 market is poised to expand from USD $93.6 billion in 2024 to USD $512.2 billion by 2034, driven by digital innovation across sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
NTT DATA & Zebra partner to propel Private 5G adoption
Marketing Technologies

NTT DATA & Zebra partner to propel Private 5G adoption

NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies form a strategic partnership to enhance 5G device innovation and drive the adoption of Private 5G networks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Unlocking the complexity of managing classified data at scale
Cybersecurity insurance

Unlocking the complexity of managing classified data at scale

Defence and industry tackle the delicate balance of managing scale, value extraction and security of classified data. Aiding this task, Policy Orchestration technology offers a solution.

By Tony Howell • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Industry 4.0 stories

GRP partners with Rimini Street to enhance SAP support
Data Analytics

GRP partners with Rimini Street to enhance SAP support

GRP, a leading Indonesian steel manufacturer, partners with Rimini Street to enhance its SAP S/4HANA support and drive Industry 4.0 initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Maxis & Singtel launch Malaysia's first all-in-one 5G platform
Digital Transformation

Maxis & Singtel launch Malaysia's first all-in-one 5G platform

Maxis and Singtel unveil Malaysia's first unified 5G and edge computing platform, boosting digital transformation for industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Singtel, Hitachi Digital collaborate for AI-powered Industry 4.0
Unified Communications

Singtel, Hitachi Digital collaborate for AI-powered Industry 4.0

Singtel and Hitachi Digital partner to boost enterprise digital transformation, deploying AI and 5G through Singtel's Paragon platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024