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Leap Telecommunications' Matthew Enger wins big at 2024 ACOMM
Unified Communications

Leap Telecommunications' Matthew Enger wins big at 2024 ACOMM

Matthew Enger of Leap Telecommunications has been named Communications Ambassador 2024 at the ACOMM Awards in Sydney.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
Act now: AMTA warns Aussies to upgrade before 3G shutdown
Unified Communications

Act now: AMTA warns Aussies to upgrade before 3G shutdown

Australians urged to upgrade 3G devices within six weeks as Telstra and Optus prepare to shut down their 3G networks, impacting emergency call capability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Optus teams up with Cisco to boost network security & protection
Software-as-a-Service

Optus teams up with Cisco to boost network security & protection

Optus has joined forces with Cisco in a multi-year partnership to enhance network security for Australian businesses, addressing vulnerabilities in hybrid work models.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
AMTA launches tool to ensure mobile viability post 3G shutdown
Telstra

AMTA launches tool to ensure mobile viability post 3G shutdown

The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association unveils Check my Device, a tool helping Australians ensure mobile device support post-3G shutdown for emergency calls.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Amaysim appoints Vir Inder Nath as VP amid big expansion plans
Connectivity

Amaysim appoints Vir Inder Nath as VP amid big expansion plans

Amaysim names Vir Inder Nath as Vice President amid plans to expand into fixed home internet, aiming to revolutionise broadband with affordable nbn services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Powertec unveils cloud platform to optimise Australia's 4G & 5G networks
Telstra

Powertec unveils cloud platform to optimise Australia's 4G & 5G networks

Powertec debuts the National Coverage Model, a groundbreaking cloud platform to analyse and optimise Australia's 4G and 5G networks, enhancing connectivity insights for diverse professionals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
MediSecure cyber breach underscores need for robust healthcare cybersecurity
Supply Chain

MediSecure cyber breach underscores need for robust healthcare cybersecurity

The MediSecure cyberattack, involving stolen data posted on a Russian hacking forum, has highlighted critical vulnerabilities in Australia's healthcare sector amid a rising wave of cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Interactive appoints Angela Logan-Bell as head of cloud sales
Hybrid Cloud

Interactive appoints Angela Logan-Bell as head of cloud sales

Interactive appoints Angela Logan-Bell as Head of Sales for Cloud, leveraging her 25+ years of ICT experience to bolster the firm's cloud market presence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Indara wins Australian government funds for telco resilience project
Unified Communications

Indara wins Australian government funds for telco resilience project

Indara Digital Infrastructure is set to boost the resilience of crucial tower sites against natural disasters with the help of the Australian government funding part of the TDRI program.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024
Stephen Rue to take helm as Optus CEO in November 2024
Unified Communications

Stephen Rue to take helm as Optus CEO in November 2024

Stephen Rue, head of Australia's National Broadband Network, will take on the role of CEO at Optus starting from November 2024, after an extensive global search.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024
AMTA launches site to aid Australians in 3G network shutdown
Unified Communications

AMTA launches site to aid Australians in 3G network shutdown

The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association launches a site to guide users for the looming 3G network shutdown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Australian group formed to ease 3G to 4G transition concerns
4G technology

Australian group formed to ease 3G to 4G transition concerns

The planned transition from 3G to 4G has prompted Australia's Communications Minister to establish a workgroup focused on ensuring a smooth shift.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
Optus & RingCentral launch collaborative tool for Australian businesses
Artificial Intelligence

Optus & RingCentral launch collaborative tool for Australian businesses

Optus partners with AI solution provider RingCentral to launch a cloud-based collaboration platform for Australian businesses, a first-of-its-kind move aiming to foster productivity and flexibility.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
Superloop Limited announces new CFO & Business & Wholesale head
Unified Communications

Superloop Limited announces new CFO & Business & Wholesale head

Superloop Ltd strengthens leadership team with Dean Tognella as CFO from March 6th, and Daisey Stampfer confirmed as permanent Group Executive Business and Wholesale. Both bring immense industry experience to their roles.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Why including more women in the cybersecurity sector is a win-win
AT&T

IWD 2024: Why including more women in the cybersecurity sector is a win-win

For International Women's Day 2024, this piece explores the significant benefits and growing need to involve more women in the cybersecurity sector.

By Nataly Kremer • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Global Stories

Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity
EduTech

Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity

Yubico's Jeff Schomburgk has discussed the critical rise of phishing-resistant authentication and its pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as Managing Director for ANZ region
AI Security

Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as Managing Director for ANZ region

Cybersecurity firm Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his 18 years of expertise to drive growth and enhance customer value in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

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