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MSPs face rising demand for security, strategy & 24/7 support
Firewalls

MSPs face rising demand for security, strategy & 24/7 support

Australian firms increasingly rely on MSPs for 24/7 security, strategy, and managing complex tools, with 77% now dependent on their support, says Barracuda.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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

Global Stories

Trends & Predictions stories

AI Appreciation Day: Experts discuss business operations and transformation
Data Analytics

AI Appreciation Day: Experts discuss business operations and transformation

Experts highlight how asset-centric firms must adopt AI carefully using a Walk, Jog, Run approach to integrate transformation and governance effectively.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2025
Taboola launches Predictive Audiences to boost ad targeting
Marketing Technologies

Taboola launches Predictive Audiences to boost ad targeting

Taboola has unveiled Predictive Audiences, an AI-powered tool on its Realize platform to boost ad targeting and improve conversion rates for advertisers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends
Artificial Intelligence

A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends

As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.

By Radware • 8 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
CyberArk on cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Multi-factor authentication

CyberArk on cybersecurity predictions for 2025

As threats evolve, CyberArk predicts that by 2025, businesses must prioritise identity security and resilience to tackle increasingly sophisticated cybercriminals.

By Thomas Fikentscher • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Red Hat OpenShift AI 2.15 enhances hybrid cloud AI capabilities
Hybrid Cloud

Red Hat OpenShift AI 2.15 enhances hybrid cloud AI capabilities

Red Hat has launched OpenShift AI 2.15, enhancing AI scalability and adaptability for enterprises operating in hybrid cloud environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025
Cloud Security

Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025

Check Point Software Technologies has forecasted major cybersecurity challenges for 2025, with AI-driven attacks and ransomware a key concern for businesses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Sage predicts AI-led transformation in accounting by 2030
Risk & Compliance

Sage predicts AI-led transformation in accounting by 2030

Sage forecasts a radical transformation in accounting by 2030, driven by AI, with over 80% of businesses adopting ethical AI practices by decade's end.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Forrester's 2025 predictions reveal mixed trends in AI & tech
Digital Transformation

Forrester's 2025 predictions reveal mixed trends in AI & tech

Forrester's 2025 Predictions reports forecast AI and tech trends, highlighting AI investment pitfalls and increased AIOps adoption to manage tech debt.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
SAS unveils Data Maker on Snowflake Marketplace at Summit 2024
Data Analytics

SAS unveils Data Maker on Snowflake Marketplace at Summit 2024

At Snowflake Data Cloud Summit 2024, SAS introduced SAS Data Maker on Snowflake Marketplace, a tool to generate precise synthetic data, enhancing prediction, planning, and innovation for businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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DAMAC Digital invests USD $2.3 billion in major Indonesia AI centre
Digital Transformation

DAMAC Digital invests USD $2.3 billion in major Indonesia AI centre

DAMAC Digital is investing USD $2.3 billion in a 144MW AI-driven data centre in Cikarang, boosting Indonesia's role in Southeast Asia's digital infrastructure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Exclusive: Salesforce 'Agentforce 3' assists SMBs with AI adoption
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Salesforce 'Agentforce 3' assists SMBs with AI adoption

Salesforce's Adam Alfano reveals how SMBs are embracing AI technology to drive innovation and growth in a rapidly evolving market.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Top 10% of sellers generate 65% of enterprise revenue
Customer Relationship Management

Top 10% of sellers generate 65% of enterprise revenue

A study by Clari Labs reveals that just 10% of top sellers account for 65% of enterprise revenue, exposing major inefficiencies in sales practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
EIA forecasts U.S. crude oil production rise by 2026
Clean technologies

EIA forecasts U.S. crude oil production rise by 2026

The U.S. Energy Information Administration has unveiled forecasts predicting increased crude oil production and lower global prices through 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
New AI model enhances durability of construction materials
EduTech

New AI model enhances durability of construction materials

Researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology have unveiled a hybrid machine learning model to enhance the safety and durability of construction materials.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Stratio BD unveils AI-driven data fabric to transform management
Data Protection

Stratio BD unveils AI-driven data fabric to transform management

Stratio BD unveils its Generative AI Data Fabric 4.4, integrating data ecosystems and AI, enhancing data interactions with conversational prompts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024