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Aussies risk cybersecurity threats during summer holidays
Virtual Private Networks

Aussies risk cybersecurity threats during summer holidays

Fraudulent agents and fake hotel websites pose heightened cyber threats for Australians during summer holiday planning, Norton survey reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Dec 2023
TRAVLR launches advanced ecommerce offering to transform digital travel market
Crypto

TRAVLR launches advanced ecommerce offering to transform digital travel market

Australian tech firm TRAVLR launches a market-changing ecommerce offering to enhance the digital travel industry.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023

Global Stories

Travel technologies stories

Travel tech investments rise per new Amadeus study
Data Analytics

Travel tech investments rise per new Amadeus study

Amadeus's study predicts a 14% surge in travel tech investment in 2024, with machine learning considered crucial and 98% of airlines eyeing biometric solutions for airport services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Never be discouraged - my journey into tech and telecommunications
EduTech

IWD 2024: Never be discouraged - my journey into tech and telecommunications

On International Women's Day 2024, a tech veteran reflects on her journey in the male-dominated sectors of technology and telecommunications, advocating for perseverance and determination.

By Nimisha Sudheer • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Opportunities to improve travel and expense processes for enhanced business operations
Data Analytics

Opportunities to improve travel and expense processes for enhanced business operations

Amid complex challenges, AI and ethical travel policies present key improvements for Australian and New Zealand firms' management of travel and expense processes.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Entrust moves towards acquisition of London firm Onfido
Data Privacy

Entrust moves towards acquisition of London firm Onfido

Minneapolis-based Entrust is in exclusive talks to acquire London's AI-powered identity verification tech leader, Onfido.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Crowdsourced funding in Australia holds steady in 2023
Health Technologies

Crowdsourced funding in Australia holds steady in 2023

Amidst overall funding decreases, crowdsourced funding in Australia remained steady in 2023, securing $71m for local businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024
Zoku Travel partners with LA Tourism Bureau for innovative travel platform
eCommerce

Zoku Travel partners with LA Tourism Bureau for innovative travel platform

Zoku Travel and the LA Tourism and Convention Bureau join forces to redefine global travel, utilising Zoku's unique platform for content creators to monetise and distribute travel experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jan 2024
How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions
Digital Transformation

How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions

Amidst operating turbulence, CFOs in Australia and New Zealand are embracing agility, digital transformation, and supply chain resilience to effectively navigate and leverage business hurdles for growth opportunities.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator
Digital Signage

Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator

Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud to launch a Retail Media Network Accelerator, providing a platform for clients to boost revenue via customised ads and enhance customer engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
Cybersecurity firm Group-IB tracks major new threat actor GambleForce
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cybersecurity firm Group-IB tracks major new threat actor GambleForce

Threat actor GambleForce has struck 24 organisations in 8 countries in 3 months, exploiting SQL vulnerabilities to steal sensitive data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
SAP Concur predicts increased reliance on AI in 2024
Data Analytics

SAP Concur predicts increased reliance on AI in 2024

Artificial Intelligence will be central to business operations by 2024, particularly in TEI management, says SAP Concur.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
Report highlights AI & mobile-first dominance in visual media
Digital Entertainment

Report highlights AI & mobile-first dominance in visual media

Cloudinary's report highlights the growing influence of AI and mobile in delivering optimised visual content for digital marketing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
IDeaS report reveals six key technology trends for hotels in 2024
Generative AI

IDeaS report reveals six key technology trends for hotels in 2024

IDeaS report divulges six pivotal technology trends set to revolutionise the hotel industry in 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023
HCLTech appoints Sonia Eland as first female Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand
Data Analytics

HCLTech appoints Sonia Eland as first female Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand

HCLTech appoints Sonia Eland as its first female Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, highlighting a strategic push in these key markets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Travel technologies stories

Mangopay and OVO Network ally to simplify chalet booking payments
Payment Technologies

Mangopay and OVO Network ally to simplify chalet booking payments

Mangopay is teaming up with Alpine chalet specialist, OVO Network, to automate and streamline payments for holiday property rentals, enhancing efficiency and user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
Vonage secures National Innovation Award for enhancing guest experience
Customer Experience

Vonage secures National Innovation Award for enhancing guest experience

Global cloud communications leader Vonage wins the National Innovation Award for Guest Experience 2023 for its transformative technologies enhancing customer experience in hospitality.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jan 2024