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Why cloud-based Video Surveillance is the future for SMBs
Firewalls

Why cloud-based Video Surveillance is the future for SMBs

Cloud-based video surveillance offers small-to-medium businesses in Australia a cost-effective, scalable, and highly secure alternative to traditional systems.

By Matt Fishback • 6 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Brisbane Grammar unveils new Atturra campus software
Data management

Brisbane Grammar unveils new Atturra campus software

Brisbane Grammar School has launched four modules of the Scholarion Student Information System, enhancing its student management capabilities with AI technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Emerging tech trends in Australia: What to expect in 2025
Unified Communications

Emerging tech trends in Australia: What to expect in 2025

As Australia gears up for 2025, trends in quantum technology, AI training, and cybersecurity are set to reshape the nation's business landscape and growth potential.

By Guy Danskine • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence
Human Capital Management

HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence

From 1 January 2025, wage theft will be criminalised in Australia, with penalties up to AUD $7.8 million for companies and up to ten years' imprisonment for individuals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data
Data Analytics

Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data

Itron has partnered with TasWater to implement its Temetra platform, enhancing water meter data collection and boosting efficiency in Tasmania.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Blue Connections IT appoints new Head of Microsoft and Cloud
Digital Transformation

Blue Connections IT appoints new Head of Microsoft and Cloud

Blue Connections IT appoints Katrina Marques as Head of Microsoft and Cloud, aiming to strengthen cloud solutions in response to surging demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation
Data Protection

Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation

Australian businesses must prioritise foundational data management over AI and cybersecurity to secure competitive advantages in digital transformation.

By John Harding • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Modernisation stories

Dynatrace lauded as leader in cloud observability by ISG
Digital Transformation

Dynatrace lauded as leader in cloud observability by ISG

Dynatrace has been named a Leader in Cloud-Native Observability and Security by ISG in its 2024 Multi-Public Cloud Solutions report, highlighting its innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin on major exchanges
Crypto

Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin on major exchanges

Ripple has launched its stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD), on major exchanges, aiming to enhance global payments with regulatory compliance and transparency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Pegasystems unveils AI-driven Pega Smart Investigate update
Robotic Process Automation

Pegasystems unveils AI-driven Pega Smart Investigate update

Pegasystems has unveiled the latest Pega Smart Investigate Enterprise Edition, enhancing banks' capabilities in processing payment exceptions with AI automation.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
OutSystems leaders predict AI trends & challenges by 2025
Digital Transformation

OutSystems leaders predict AI trends & challenges by 2025

Executives at OutSystems predict that by 2025, AI will revolutionise customer service, but emphasise data quality as crucial for transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Workday Student launches in Australia & New Zealand
EduTech

Workday Student launches in Australia & New Zealand

Workday has launched its cloud-based student management system in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance student performance across institutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
CyberCX achieves AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency
Hyperscale

CyberCX achieves AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency

CyberCX has attained the AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency, becoming one of 18 partners globally to support digital sovereignty in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ
Unified Communications

Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ

Rod Lester, Managing Director of NICE CXone for ANZ, is revolutionising customer experience with a 300-strong client base and rapid growth driven by innovation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
AWS unveils new features for Amazon Q Developer AI tool
DevOps

AWS unveils new features for Amazon Q Developer AI tool

Amazon Web Services has launched new features for its Amazon Q Developer, enabling faster and cheaper migration of legacy workloads to modern platforms.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Cirata launches Data Migrator 3.0 with advanced features
Storage

Cirata launches Data Migrator 3.0 with advanced features

Cirata has launched Data Migrator 3.0, enhancing support for Apache Iceberg and Databricks Delta Lake, while improving data interoperability and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024

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Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID
Firewalls

Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID

Authsignal has launched its innovative Palm Biometrics Identity Experience Terminal, integrating palm biometrics with mobile driver's licenses for secure identity verification.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024