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Gen Z Australians turning away from credit cards for BNPL

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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A new report reveals 56% of Gen Z Australians dislike credit cards, favouring debit cards and BNPL services amid rising financial stress and complexity.
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AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
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Executives and analysts divided over true impact of AI in cyber

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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New Exabeam research reveals AI in cybersecurity boosts executive confidence but leaves analysts sceptical amid uneven productivity gains worldwide.
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Large format display market falls as tariffs hit global sales

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Global Large Format Display market sees 1.7% unit sales drop and 10.9% revenue fall in Q1 2025 amid tariff woes and price pressures.
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AI marketing stacks reshape creativity across global markets

Sat, 19th Apr 2025
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Global marketing teams are reshaping strategies with AI tools; the US leads with 31.1M ChatGPT searches, while Australia and India embrace creative, design-led stacks.
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SmartBear appoints Kristine Hunt to lead global growth

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Kristine Hunt joins SmartBear as Senior VP of Growth Marketing, bringing 20+ years of SaaS expertise to boost global expansion and innovation.
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SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor to drive global revenue growth

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and digital transformation following Advent International acquisition.
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AMTA urges government to prioritise mobile network reforms

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association urges government action on spectrum, infrastructure and disaster resilience to bolster Australia's digital economy.
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IFS Ultimo targets four-fold partner sales growth by 2030

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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IFS Ultimo plans to quadruple its indirect sales by 2030, expanding its partner network across key global regions and enhancing its EAM software offerings.
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Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.
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NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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The NFL has announced a partnership with NetApp as its Official Intelligent Data Infrastructure partner, aiming to enhance operations and fan experiences globally.
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AI in education: Survey reveals optimism & concerns

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Turnitin's latest survey reveals varied attitudes towards AI in education, with 78% positivity in Australia and New Zealand amid concerns about its overwhelming presence.
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Infosecurity Europe introduces SANS masterclasses 2025

Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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Infosecurity Europe has teamed up with SANS Institute to launch Masterclasses addressing cybersecurity skills gaps, scheduled for 3-5 June 2025 in London.
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Older freelancers in demand as businesses adapt globally

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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A global shift sees companies turning to older freelancers for specialised skills, with 45% of firms reporting an increase in those aged 55 and over.
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International code targets responsible cyber intrusion use

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Seventeen countries, including the UK, France, Japan, and Italy, have adopted a new Code of Practice to regulate commercial cyber intrusion capabilities responsibly.
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Legacy systems threaten payment sector efficiency, study says

Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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A new study by AutoRek reveals that 90% of the payments sector still relies on outdated systems, risking inefficiency and regulatory compliance.
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Applied EV & Oxa join forces for autonomous fleets

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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Applied EV and Oxa have teamed up to accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles, combining innovative technology to tackle industry challenges.
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Nétive VMS secures investment & appoints new CEO

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Nétive VMS has secured an investment from Fortino Capital and appointed Mikael Lindmark as CEO, aiming to expand its presence in international markets.
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Global GenAI spending to hit USD $644 billion by 2025

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Global spending on generative AI is set to soar to USD $644 billion by 2025, marking a 76.4% increase from the previous year, according to Gartner.
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SnapLogic unveils Partner Connect Program for AI solutions

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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SnapLogic has launched its Partner Connect Program to support technology firms in addressing the growing demand for integration, automation, and AI-driven solutions.