2026 stories - Page 27

EIU unveils Viewpoint AI, a tool that uses generative AI to simplify global market insights and support strategic decision-making in over 200 markets.

By 2026, AI advances and cyber warfare will enable wider access to sophisticated malware, increasing threats from insiders and state-backed attacks, warns CyXcel.

Agentic AI will transform Asia-Pacific and Japan businesses by 2026, boosting productivity but raising new insider risks and security challenges.

WellbeingSolutions' AI-4U offers SMS-based mental health support to help UK, NZ, and Australian firms meet new 2025 psychosocial risk regulations.

In 2026, CISOs will confront growing AI risks, deep-fakes, geopolitical threats, and tougher regulations, demanding new strategies for business resilience.

By 2026, AI will power fully automated cyber attacks, escalating the scale and speed of online threats, warns Trend Micro's latest forecast.

Prezzee launches PrezzeePay, enabling retailers worldwide to offer unified digital gift cards without costly system changes, targeting cashless Gen Z shoppers.

UNESCO will deploy the AI-driven EDiSON disaster response system in the Solomon Islands to enhance early warnings for cyclones and floods by 2026.

New Zealand retailers risk losing NZD $12 billion this peak season as almost half of consumers shun businesses after one bad experience.

Over half of government CIOs expect IT budgets to rise in 2026, prioritising AI, cybersecurity and cloud tech despite fiscal constraints, says Gartner research.

Enterprise security faces major changes in 2026 as AI, hybrid cloud, and automation reshape risk management and resilience strategies worldwide.

By 2026, cybercrime will industrialise with AI and automation enabling faster, large-scale attacks, making rapid defence crucial for organisations worldwide.

Retailers now measure peak season success by delivery efficiency, blending speed and cost control to protect margins amid rising consumer expectations.

Genetec predicts flexible cloud adoption, AI-driven automation, and connected systems will transform physical security by 2026, enhancing control and efficiency.

Cybersecurity by 2026 will prioritise AI threats, supply chain risks and identity management, with firms shifting towards visibility and biometric authentication.

AI is evolving beyond ERP and CRM tools to become the operational backbone, integrating systems and automating workflows across organisations by 2026.

Avalara has won the 2026 Buyer's Choice Award from TrustRadius, praised by customers for excelling in tax compliance tools and service quality.

In 2026, cybercriminals will exploit AI tools and open-source vulnerabilities, escalating ransomware threats with both noisy and stealthy tactics.

Small businesses are cutting back on costly martech subscriptions, favouring simpler, local Australian software that better fits their needs and budgets.

Parallels has launched RAS 21.0, enhancing hybrid cloud management, security, and user experience for distributed workforces with multi-cloud support.