Melbourne stories
FC Bayern partners with Celonis to boost operations with AI
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recruitment
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customer service
Celonis becomes exclusive Process Intelligence partner of FC Bayern Munich, aiming to enhance operational efficiency across key club departments.
Ground truth: the critical step bridging GenAI prototypes and production-ready applications
2 days ago
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Australian start-ups in GenAI face the challenge of turning prototypes into reliable applications by grounding AI outputs in verified data for accuracy and compliance.
Publicis Sapient appoints data & AI lead for Australia
3 days ago
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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Publicis Sapient appoints Gavin Seewooruttun as VP, Data and AI Lead in Melbourne, boosting its AI-driven digital transformation focus in Australia.
Udemy appoints Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh to lead CX
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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Udemy appoints Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh as its first Chief Customer Experience Officer to lead global customer success and operations strategy.
Software Combined acquires Removify to boost global expansion
3 days ago
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Software Combined has acquired online reputation firm Removify, marking its tenth purchase since 2020 to boost global growth and diversify software offerings.
Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption
Last week
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cybersecurity
A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.
Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as executive Vice President
Last week
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digital transformation
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it automation
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cybersecurity
Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as EVP and CIO to lead global IT and innovation, boosting resilient solutions for its worldwide clients.
Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks
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malware
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digital transformation
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physical security
QR code phishing, or Quishing, is on the rise globally, with attacks up 51% as cybercriminals exploit trusted codes to steal data and spread malware.
Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver to Channel Sales Lead for APAC
Last month
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as Director of Channel Sales for APAC to boost deep observability amid rising cybersecurity demands across the region.
JOLT launches next-gen 50kW charger with faster free top-ups
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JOLT has launched a new 50kW EV charger in Melbourne, doubling charging speed and offering 7kWh of free daily top-ups via the JOLT app.
MezFi welcomes James Hardy to advisory board ahead of fund
Last month
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blockchain
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property market
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bendigo and adelaide bank
MezFi appoints banking expert James Hardy to its advisory board as it nears the close of Fund 1, aimed at democratising mezzanine finance access.
Telstra tech helps Good Friday Appeal donations top AUD $1m
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Telstra celebrates 80 years supporting the Good Friday Appeal, helping raise over AUD $1 million via technology during this year’s telethon for The Royal Children's Hospital.
Exclusive: How Netskope built a high-growth culture across APAC
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cloud security
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Netskope's rapid rise in APAC is credited to patience and cultural investment, as the firm now transforms cloud security growth across the region.
Anker SOLIX launches full home energy portfolio in Australia
Last month
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storage
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smart home
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power / energy
Anker SOLIX launches full range of home energy solutions in Australia, including durable storage systems and portable power stations for sustainable power independence.
Gen Z in Australia spend more dining out as Boomers cut back
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supply chain & logistics
Research from Square reveals younger Australians, especially Gen Z, are dining out and spending more, while older generations cut back amid cost-of-living pressures.
NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management
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data analytics
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netapp
The NFL has announced a partnership with NetApp as its Official Intelligent Data Infrastructure partner, aiming to enhance operations and fan experiences globally.
Easter hotel bookings in Australia rise by 19.6% for 2025
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school holidays
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tourism
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hospitality
Hotel bookings across Australia for Easter 2025 have surged by 19.6% compared to last year, signalling a trend towards earlier travel plans.
Oracle & Google Cloud expand database service offering
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data analytics
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cloud services
Oracle and Google Cloud have announced the forthcoming launch of Oracle Base Database Service on Google Cloud, aiming to enhance cloud collaboration and expand regional access.
IRONMAN 4x4 wins award for best retail project 2025
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digital transformation
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IRONMAN 4x4 has been awarded the 2025 iTnews Benchmark Award for Best Retail Project, thanks to a digital overhaul with Soul+Wolf and PKF Digital.
New AI platform AtomEthics launched to address ethical use
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digital transformation
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transparency
Hypereal has launched AtomEthics, a platform designed to embed ethical decision-making in AI and data practices, addressing public concerns over technology.