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Ransomware peaks as top threat in ANZ as study highlights AI need
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Ransomware emerges as the top cyber threat in Australia and New Zealand, with 62% of organisations seeing a rise in incidents in 2023.
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Australian firms exposed: 78% can't manage printer fleets remotely
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SOTI's latest study reveals 78% of Australian businesses are not able to effectively manage their printer fleets remotely, significantly increasing security risks.
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Fall into solar and embrace autumn adventures with BLUETTI
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solar power
BLUETTI's 'Fall into Solar' event offers up to $1499 off on outdoor power solutions, readying you for autumn adventures without compromising comforts.
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Generative AI set to disrupt NSW workforce by 2030
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Generative AI and other critical technologies set to impact nearly 96% of NSW's workforce with the ACS Digital Pulse report predicting substantial disruption across key sectors.
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Historic drone flight secures South Australia's power supply reliability
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Australian drone firm Carbonix and SA Power Networks have successfully flown a drone beyond visual line of sight to inspect 150km of power lines in South Australia.
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Exclusive: How Neat is shaping the future of videoconferencing
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Norwegian startup Neat is revolutionising video conferencing, merging AI and user-focused design to improve global workplace communication.
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IWD 2024: The lessons I’ve learned from a life on the move
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support
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workplace
Mexican-born tech exec Brenda Lazcano shares her journey from Mexico to Australia, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion in the tech industry.
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IWD 2024: Why it’s time for a raise for women in tech
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New data exposes Australia's tech industry gender pay gap of 22.5%, underlining the urgent need to bolster fair compensation and career progression opportunities for women.
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IWD 2024: Advancing inclusivity - Women leaders coding a new narrative in the cybersecurity landscape
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On International Women's Day 2024, efforts to increase female representation in Australia's cybersecurity sector are highlighted.
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IWD 2024: Why including more women in the cybersecurity sector is a win-win
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For International Women's Day 2024, this piece explores the significant benefits and growing need to involve more women in the cybersecurity sector.
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IWD 2024: Boosting inclusion measures to change perceptions of STEM
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netapp
NetApp champions gender diversity in the tech sector through its Sales, Support, and Services (S3) Academy, advancing inclusion and changing perceptions of STEM careers for women.
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IWD 2024: Defending against modern adversaries requires greater diversity
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Cyberattacks are becoming faster and smarter, demanding a cybersecurity industry imbued with diverse, non-technical skills to craft innovative defences, reveals the CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report.
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IWD 2024: Cybersecurity is stronger with diversity
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IWD 2024: Encouraging diversity in cybersecurity is crucial to tackle growing threats, skill shortage issues and to promote better business outcomes, say experts.
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Location data used to show boom of fast food sector across Australia
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Aussie fast food sector witnesses a significant growth with 226 new store openings in 2023, led by major chains like KFC and Sushi Hub, reports GapMaps.
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SpinTel introduces unique refill program with long-term savings
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mobile plan
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customer loyalty
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australian
SpinTel, an Australian telco, shakes up the market with an unprecedented 'Refer a Friend' program, paving the way for customers to virtually eliminate their monthly internet bills through sustainable referral incentives.
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Workday partnership to boost Hungry Jacks HR operations
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workday
Hungry Jacks partners with Workday to optimise HR operations and support strategic growth via enhanced workforce development.
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Cradlepoint & Switch MSP to improve Australian connectivity
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Cradlepoint partners with Australian MSP Switch to offer improved wireless connectivity solutions, benefiting clients like Renascent Construction and Guardian Childcare.
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Lenovo report explores AI adoption & trends in ANZ
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Lenovo's latest report highlights a 46% CAGR in ANZ's AI market, with 83% of CIOs confident about its competitive advantage; however, they note GenAI's significant data reliance and AI skill shortage as challenges.
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RES becomes largest independent renewable service provider globally
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hydrogen
RES becomes the world's largest independent renewables service provider, having doubled its business by acquiring Ingeteam's division and diversifying its services.
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Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap
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data analytics
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bi
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linux
Amid a significant talent gap, Google has launched its Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia to equip around 40,000 individuals with vital cybersecurity skills, in response to a 23% increase in cybercrime incidents.
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IWD 2024: A CEO's perspective on gender equality and diversity in the workplace
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IWD 2024: Despite improvements in gender pay gap, over half of large Aussie law firms fall below average; for a CEO, the answer lies in diversity, tech and mentorship.
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IWD 2024: Australia's in the drivers seat on equality in logistics
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Australia sets the pace for gender diversity in the logistics sector with a customer-centric approach and strong female leadership, surging ahead of the EU and North America.
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Government hesitation curbs GenAI adoption – Gartner
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Despite potential, governments worldwide exhibit hesitation in adopting generative AI for citizen services, due to fears of public failure.
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New Zealand's Projectworks reshuffles executives ahead of global expansion
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New Zealand's tech startup, Projectworks, gears up for international growth, appointing US-based Mark Orttung as its new CEO and restructuring its leadership, following years of over 100% growth.