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NSW launches first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy
Unified Communications

NSW launches first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy

NSW launches its first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy to bridge the digital divide, inviting public and stakeholder feedback on the initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Data readiness identified as major hurdle to AI adoption
Marketing Technologies

Data readiness identified as major hurdle to AI adoption

A new Fivetran and MIT Technology Review Insights report reveals data readiness as a key barrier to AI adoption, with 60% of organisations needing better data governance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Quest Payment Systems wins major NSW Government contract
Payment Technologies

Quest Payment Systems wins major NSW Government contract

Quest Payment Systems has secured a pivotal contract to supply payment technology to the NSW Government, positioning itself alongside global heavyweights PAX and Apple.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Australia leads Asia Pacific in AI innovation & growth
DataCentre infrastructure

Australia leads Asia Pacific in AI innovation & growth

Australia's AI innovation surpasses Asia Pacific, buoyed by strong tech infrastructure and initiatives like the brain-scale supercomputer DeepSouth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Carbonix founder questions government support for innovation
Drones

Carbonix founder questions government support for innovation

Dario Valenza, founder of Carbonix, criticises the Australian government's sluggish support for tech innovation, citing delayed grants and inconsistent policies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024

Global Stories

Government stories

Gallagher Security wins Manufacturer of the Year award again
EduTech

Gallagher Security wins Manufacturer of the Year award again

Gallagher Security has clinched the 2024 Manufacturer of the Year award at the Fire and Security Matters Awards, marking their second successive win.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Report reveals UK voters' fears over AI & deepfakes in election
Generative AI

Report reveals UK voters' fears over AI & deepfakes in election

As the UK election nears, 60% of Britons fear AI and deepfakes could undermine democracy, according to Jumio. Their trust in online political content is dwindling.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
OneAdvanced integrates Australian software to boost growth
Health Technologies

OneAdvanced integrates Australian software to boost growth

OneAdvanced has successfully integrated three Australian software firms, launching six portfolios to drive growth and enhance customer value across ANZ.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
HID integrates U.ARE.U camera system with Amazon Rekognition
Hyperscale

HID integrates U.ARE.U camera system with Amazon Rekognition

HID integrates its U.ARE.U Camera Identification System with Amazon Rekognition, enhancing facial analysis and verification for self-service and POS environments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance
Digital Transformation

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Australia among top 10 sources of phishing attacks in global report
EduTech

Australia among top 10 sources of phishing attacks in global report

Australia has entered the top ten origins for phishing attacks, with a 479.3% rise in hosted phishing content and losses amounting to AUD $26.1 million.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management
Data Protection

Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management

AvePoint's VP, Max McNamara, details strategies employed by the global data management firm in navigating and shaping the digital landscape.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Government stories

Singapore to unify SMS Sender ID for government messages
Email Security

Singapore to unify SMS Sender ID for government messages

Singapore will introduce a unified SMS Sender ID, gov.sg, for all government messages by 1 July 2024, to enhance communication security and public trust.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Kiwis turn to crypto over home ownership for financial freedom
Crypto

Kiwis turn to crypto over home ownership for financial freedom

New research by Protocol Theory and Easy Crypto shows growing interest among New Zealanders in cryptocurrencies as an alternative to traditional home ownership, with nearly half considering investing.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
Budget 2024 focusing on cost-of-living & services
EduTech

Budget 2024 focusing on cost-of-living & services

New Zealand's Budget 2024 tackles cost-of-living pressures with substantial investments in healthcare, education, and law and order, funded by public sector savings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 2nd Jun 2024
Paessler partners with Root Security to expand in Singapore
Cybersecurity

Paessler partners with Root Security to expand in Singapore

Paessler collaborates with Root Security to boost its market presence in Singapore by offering integrated monitoring and cybersecurity solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
Third reading of UK AI bill takes place in House of Lords
Digital Transformation

Third reading of UK AI bill takes place in House of Lords

The third reading of the UK AI bill took place in the House of Lords amid questions over its readiness following the EU AI Act's passing and with the AI Safety Summit on the horizon.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024