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Certis Australia has appointed Ng Tian Beng as the new President and Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Paul Chong, who becomes Advisor to the Chairman.

Amazon Web Services has launched its generative AI assistant, Amazon Q Business, in the AWS Asia Pacific (Sydney) Region to enhance workplace productivity.

Mars United Commerce has unveiled the latest ANZ Retail Media Report Card, revealing significant advancements in retail media strategies across Australia and New Zealand.

Craig Schutte celebrates 25 years with Gallagher Security, reflecting on his journey from South Africa to Executive Vice President, crediting teamwork for his success.

Velixo has secured significant investment from Elephant in a Series A funding round, aimed at bolstering its ERP-connected reporting capabilities within Excel.

Reuben Bijl, a former senior executive at Apple, has joined Abundium as a Partner, bringing over a decade of tech experience to the multinational networking group.

Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

MaxMine has appointed Shaun Mitchell as CEO and Rohit Selvaratnam as CFO, aiming to enhance productivity through AI as the company expands its operations.

beIN Asia Pacific has partnered with Planetcast to enhance sports programming delivery across Southeast Asia and Australia, integrating advanced cloud-based solutions.

A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

Global data company Pureprofile has launched three AI-driven tools to help brands decode online consumer sentiment and track emerging trends effectively.

Allegro Energy, an Australian start-up, secures a U.S. patent for its innovative micro-emulsion electrolyte technology, bolstering renewable energy storage solutions.

Airwallex has partnered with Discover Global Network to enhance payment options for merchants in key regions, boosting flexibility and reducing cart abandonment.

Eagle Eye's latest eBook reveals how loyalty programmes will reshape retail in Asia-Pacific, with retailers adapting to meet consumer demand for personalised value.

Adobe has launched a private preview of its Marketing Agent, collaborating with Microsoft to integrate AI in Microsoft 365 Copilot applications, enhancing marketers' productivity.

Bud Financial is set to enhance customer experiences by leveraging DataStax's AI Platform, powered by NVIDIA, improving efficiency for clients like ANZ Bank.

Gallagher Security has announced key promotions and appointments within its Australian team, aiming for regional expansion ahead of 2025.

Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.