Australia (Australian) stories - Page 5
UTS & Cisco partner to boost Australia's digital skills
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The University of Technology Sydney and Cisco have launched a partnership to enhance Australia's digital skills and promote industry collaboration.
Positive economic forecast boosts holiday spending hopes
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Circana forecasts a positive economic environment for 2025, prompting consumers to embrace 'retail therapy' during the upcoming holiday season.
Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus
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Australian firms are poised for 15% growth in 2025, driven by investments in technology, with 92% planning to maintain or increase software budgets.
Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business
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Cloudera has unveiled its no-code RAG Studio, enabling firms to swiftly deploy custom AI chatbots that leverage real-time enterprise data for improved efficiency.
Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress
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A report reveals Australians dedicate 540 million hours to holiday prep, with many turning to AI to help manage the stress of planning.
Australia leads Asia Pacific in cyber extortion attacks
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New research reveals Australia is the top victim of cyber extortion in Asia Pacific, accounting for 22.2% of cases, as global incidents surge.
FinTech Australia appoints Ross & Imam to its board
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FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.
Rising cybercrime in Australia prompts better cyber hygiene
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Rising cybercrime in Australia, with incidents every six minutes, is pushing businesses to adopt better cyber hygiene to protect against financial losses.
Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost
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Despite rising costs and economic pressures, nearly 47% of Australia's small businesses foresee improved cash flow by 2025, revealing growing optimism.
Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet
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Splend has secured over USD $300 million to expand its zero-emissions rideshare fleet in Australia and the UK, aiming for 10,000 vehicles by 2025.
NetApp & iseek expand partnership in Queensland
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NetApp and iseek have bolstered their partnership to boost Australia’s digital infrastructure, investing significantly in Queensland to drive regional growth.
Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis
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Semperis' 2024 report reveals a staggering 69% of firms in Australia and New Zealand suffer ransomware attacks during holidays, despite reduced security staffing.
Pro-Russian & Palestinian hacktivists target Australia
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A surge in cyberattacks on Australian entities has been linked to pro-Russian and pro-Palestinian hacktivist groups, amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025
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As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.
Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams
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Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.
Empowering retailers globally: ShipStation’s new Integrations and innovations for the Australian market
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ShipStation enhances its global footprint with new integrations and innovations aimed at empowering Australian retailers to streamline fulfilment.
Black Friday evolves into key November event in Australia
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Australia's Black Friday has transformed into 'Black November', with a 15% increase in spending, reflecting a shift in consumer habits and enhanced retail strategies.
Australians & Kiwis face strain from living cost crisis
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A report reveals ongoing financial strain for Australians and New Zealanders, with rising living costs leaving nearly half feeling worse off than last year.
Atturra to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9m plus earn-outs
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Atturra plans to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9 million, boosting its ERP solutions in the manufacturing sector across Australia and New Zealand.
ANZ firms shine at 2024 Geo & Global AWS Awards
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Australia and New Zealand partners excel at the 2024 Geo & Global AWS Awards, with Versent, TechnologyOne, and Local Measure securing top honours.