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Fujitsu partners with SAP Fioneer to innovate insurance in Japan
Digital Transformation

Fujitsu partners with SAP Fioneer to innovate insurance in Japan

Fujitsu and SAP Fioneer have teamed up to develop a specialised cloud platform, aiming to enhance Japan's insurance sector by March 2026.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Equinix invests USD $260 million in sixth Singapore centre
Hyperscale

Equinix invests USD $260 million in sixth Singapore centre

Equinix is set to invest USD $260 million in its sixth data centre, SG6, in Singapore, boosting local capacity while promoting sustainability.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Ransomware attacks surge in Southeast Asia with 57,000 cases
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge in Southeast Asia with 57,000 cases

Kaspersky has detected over 57,000 ransomware attacks in Southeast Asia this year, with Indonesia facing the most incidents as cybercriminals target key sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

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Sinch earns Tier One for A2P SMS excellence in ROCCO report
Artificial Intelligence

Sinch earns Tier One for A2P SMS excellence in ROCCO report

Sinch has been awarded a Tier One ranking in the ROCCO 2024 A2P SMS Market Impact Reports for its excellence in customer communications technology.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
DXC Technology named top life & annuity tech provider
Digital Transformation

DXC Technology named top life & annuity tech provider

DXC Technology has topped the Everest Group's inaugural report for Life & Annuity Insurance Technology Providers 2024, lauded for its innovation and expertise.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Avanade report: mid-market firms embrace AI despite hurdles
Data Analytics

Avanade report: mid-market firms embrace AI despite hurdles

Avanade's new Trendlines report reveals mid-market firms are eager to adopt AI despite facing significant challenges in achieving sustainable success.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Orange Business partners with Sat.One for LEO connectivity
Digital Transformation

Orange Business partners with Sat.One for LEO connectivity

Orange Business has partnered with Perth's Sat.One to improve connectivity for industries in remote Australia and New Zealand using advanced satellite technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Interactive enhances Fletcher network with Cisco services
Partner Programmes

Interactive enhances Fletcher network with Cisco services

Interactive has teamed up with Fletcher Building to enhance its network services, promoting efficiency and cost savings across the construction giant's operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

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Nexer Digital partners with charity to boost SEND careers
Software Development

Nexer Digital partners with charity to boost SEND careers

Nexer Digital has teamed up with Digital Advantage to enhance career opportunities for young people with disabilities in the tech industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
New Future Stores opens on Oxford Street with GBP £20m boost
Unified Communications

New Future Stores opens on Oxford Street with GBP £20m boost

A £20 million investment has launched Future Stores on Oxford Street, blending technology and immersive experiences in a novel retail model.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Industrial Thought launches new subsidiary Raw Knowledge
Wealth management

Industrial Thought launches new subsidiary Raw Knowledge

Industrial Thought has launched Raw Knowledge, a subsidiary dedicated to providing comprehensive ERI data and consultancy for offshore investment reporting.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Decision Inc. acquires ProQuest to enhance AI & Salesforce
Digital Transformation

Decision Inc. acquires ProQuest to enhance AI & Salesforce

Decision Inc. has acquired ProQuest Consulting, enhancing its consultancy offerings and boosting its team in Australia to nearly 400 employees.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams
Malware

Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams

Australians are being warned to stay vigilant as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday, with losses exceeding AUD $14.9 million this year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Employment Hero partners with Medibank & AHM for SMEs
Mental Health

Employment Hero partners with Medibank & AHM for SMEs

Employment Hero has teamed up with Medibank and AHM to provide private health insurance discounts for over one million SME employees in Australia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Australian firms struggle with AI scalability despite spend rise
Generative AI

Australian firms struggle with AI scalability despite spend rise

A new report reveals that while 92% of Australian businesses utilise generative AI, only 37% consider their applications production-ready, citing governance and cost challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
EonFibre launches high-capacity fibre in New Zealand
Unified Communications

EonFibre launches high-capacity fibre in New Zealand

EonFibre has commenced operations, providing high-capacity wholesale fibre services across New Zealand, powered by cutting-edge technology from Ciena.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Australian organisations struggle with cultural alignment
Human Capital Management

Australian organisations struggle with cultural alignment

The latest Pulse of Talent report reveals that many Australian firms struggle to achieve desired advancements in workplace culture despite concerted efforts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024