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Vistar Media sees notable growth in Asia-Pacific in 2024
Enterprise Content Management

Vistar Media sees notable growth in Asia-Pacific in 2024

Vistar Media marks significant growth in the Asia-Pacific region, expanding its team by 50% and establishing new offices in Melbourne and Thailand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
RapidCanvas secures USD $16 million to advance AI solutions
Generative AI

RapidCanvas secures USD $16 million to advance AI solutions

RapidCanvas has secured USD $16 million in funding to enhance AI solutions, aimed at addressing the global shortage of data scientists and engineers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
Disaster Recovery

Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023

The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals
Data Analytics

A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals

A new report reveals that 76% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand are optimised for AI, positioning them as leaders in the technology sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Aampe raises USD $18 million to boost AI personalisation
Fintech

Aampe raises USD $18 million to boost AI personalisation

Aampe has secured USD $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI agents that personalise consumer app experiences worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Hexa & Equinix partner to boost Asia-US connectivity
Digital Transformation

Hexa & Equinix partner to boost Asia-US connectivity

Hexa Capital Consultancy has partnered with Equinix to enhance connectivity between Asia-Pacific and the United States via the new MYUS cable.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Josef secures more funding to enhance legal AI offering
Marketing Technologies

Josef secures more funding to enhance legal AI offering

Josef has secured new funding to enhance its AI-driven tool, Josef Q, capitalising on strong demand from corporate legal teams since its North American launch.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ
Unified Communications

Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ

Rod Lester, Managing Director of NICE CXone for ANZ, is revolutionising customer experience with a 300-strong client base and rapid growth driven by innovation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024

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TurinTech AI & Boston form strategic AI solutions alliance
High Performance Computing

TurinTech AI & Boston form strategic AI solutions alliance

TurinTech AI and Boston have joined forces to enhance AI solutions, combining expertise in software and hardware to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
SourseAI partners with Lebara for Nigerian launch
Unified Communications

SourseAI partners with Lebara for Nigerian launch

Sydney's SourseAI has teamed up with Lebara's Brand Licence Partner Program to support the launch of Lebara Nigeria, a new mobile operator.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Australian small businesses call for action against eCommerce
eCommerce

Australian small businesses call for action against eCommerce

Two-thirds of small businesses in Australia urge government action to protect local retailers from the impact of international eCommerce platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Fintech in 2025: AI & sustainable finance to lead change
Fintech

Fintech in 2025: AI & sustainable finance to lead change

The fintech industry is gearing up for major transformations in 2025, driven by sustainable finance and AI trends, say leaders from Bruc Bond and Stripe ANZ.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare
Generative AI

AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare

The Australian Federal Police is trialling artificial intelligence to enhance operations and officer well-being, collaborating with Microsoft to leverage technology responsibly.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust
Data Protection

Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust

Paul Henaghan highlights the pressing challenges in Australia's cyber security, noting consumer distrust in data handling among local enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence
Human Capital Management

HR tech important as wage underpayment to become a criminal offence

From 1 January 2025, wage theft will be criminalised in Australia, with penalties up to AUD $7.8 million for companies and up to ten years' imprisonment for individuals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
IBM Australia launches podcast on generative AI insights
Generative AI

IBM Australia launches podcast on generative AI insights

IBM Australia has launched a new podcast series, IBM Uncharted: Generative AI Explored, designed to help listeners navigate the complexities of generative AI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms
Storage

AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms

A new survey reveals that while 41% of Australian firms prioritise data for AI projects, many lack essential data management practices.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024