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Exclusive: Lightspeed on why tech and AI are 'key' to hospitality's future

Lightspeed's Asia-Pacific MD Nicole Buisson says AI and smarter tech are vital for Aussie hospitality to tackle inflation, labour costs and changing consumer habits.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

EduTech

Elsevier unveils Embase AI to transform biomedical data research

Elsevier launches Embase AI, a tool that halves biomedical data review time with natural language queries and transparent, up-to-date research summaries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Firewalls

Viatel acquires Cybit Cyber NI unit to boost security services

Viatel expands cybersecurity services across Ireland and the UK by acquiring Cybit Cyber's Belfast-based unit, enhancing protection for mid-market and enterprise clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Storage

Most firms in ANZ slow to hire AI leaders as security worries grow

Only 12% of ANZ firms plan to hire AI leaders soon, as 46% cite security concerns as a major barrier to wider AI adoption despite optimism about its future impact.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Digital Transformation

Ingram Micro strengthens Australian team with two new Directors

Ingram Micro appoints Kaaren Lewis and Mo Kandeel as directors, enhancing its Australian leadership to boost growth in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and endpoint tech.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Hybrid Cloud

Cybit sells Cybit Cyber to Viatel as both firms focus on growth

Cybit sells its enterprise security division Cybit Cyber to Viatel, enabling both firms to focus on distinct growth and market strategies in technology services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Ransomware

Reality check: Lenovo's enterprise predictions for 2025 under the microscope

Organisations in ANZ rapidly boost AI spending and sustainability efforts, while cybersecurity becomes a top priority amid rising threats and regulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

Application Security

Agentic AI transforms business operations with enhanced oversight

Agentic AI is revolutionising industries by enhancing human oversight and boosting productivity in sectors like cybersecurity, software development, and finance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

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Software-as-a-Service

CIBC Innovation Banking backs Wint's growth after Norvestor deal

CIBC Innovation Banking has funded the Norvestor-backed acquisition of Wint, boosting the Swedish accounting software firm's growth and expansion plans.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Australians miss job opportunities as LinkedIn unveils AI tools

New LinkedIn AI tools aim to help 60% of Australians missing jobs due to unclear titles and search challenges in a changing workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Ransomware

UK SMEs face rise in cyber attacks with average cost GBP £7,960

Nearly 42% of UK SMEs face cyber attacks yearly, costing an average of GBP £7,960, amid widespread lack of staff cyber security training, says BT research.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Data Protection

More than 2,400 public sector data breaches reported in UK 2024

UK local authorities reported over 2,400 data breaches in 2024, highlighting concerns over device loss, human error, and public sector data security.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025

Firewalls

Infoblox named Great Place To Work in Australia IT sector

Infoblox has been named a Great Place To Work in Australia's IT micro category, with 88% of employees recommending it as an excellent workplace.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025

Clean technologies

Marnie Baker joins FinTech Australia board to boost growth

Marnie Baker joins FinTech Australia board as Non-Executive Director, aiming to boost fintech growth and support regional and climate-focused innovation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Customer Relationship Management

Exclusive: Zoho pushes AI frontier with privacy-first agentic tools

Zoho launches privacy-first AI agents that automate complex tasks, enhancing business workflows without compromising customer data security or adding extra costs.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Unified Communications

Video conferencing helps Australian firms slash travel costs

Australian firms are cutting travel costs by up to 60% as video conferencing gains ground, boosting productivity and reducing carbon footprints significantly.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Hyperscale

NSW launches authority to drive AUD $50 billion digital projects

New South Wales launches Investment Delivery Authority to fast-track AUD $50 billion digital projects every year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Hyperscale

NSW sets up authority & funds $80m innovation drive

NSW launches Investment Delivery Authority and commits nearly $80m to innovation, aiming to fast-track major projects and boost tech growth by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

Digital Transformation

Maplin's AI-powered ad strategy fuels 17% profit surge online

Maplin's AI-driven ad strategy has powered a 17% profit rise and 14.2% revenue growth, outpacing UK online retail averages significantly in the past year.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Flexible work

Diversity drives innovation: Why women matter in engineering today

International Women in Engineering Day highlights how greater female participation boosts innovation and drives inclusive, impactful engineering solutions worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025