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Email threat radar

New email phishing tricks exploit QR codes & Teams

Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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QR codes in HTML, bogus Teams callbacks and fake Facebook windows are among new email scams sidestepping traditional security tools.
Peter philipp

Exposing the risks of customer churn using a connected graph

Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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data analytics
Australian firms are using connected graphs to uncover hidden churn risks, predicting departures earlier and sharpening loyalty strategies.
Gareth cox

Why cybersecurity frameworks matter more than ever

Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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ransomware
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cloud security
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supply chain
As cyber spend soars past USD $100 billion, rising breaches show Australian firms need clear security frameworks more than extra tools.
Raymond schippers

Hybrid mesh security emerges to counter AI cyber risks

Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
As hybrid IT sprawl fuels blind spots and AI-driven attacks, experts say only a zero trust, hybrid mesh rethink can secure modern networks.
Edmund ng melissa

The impact of email verification on eCommerce success

Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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martech
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commerce systems
Robust email verification is emerging as a must-have for eCommerce firms seeking higher conversions, lower costs and stronger trust.
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SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era

Mon, 26th Jan 2026
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
As IoT devices surge, SonicWall firewalls step in to secure sprawling connected networks without slowing performance or innovation.
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Moomoo hosts expert 2026 market outlook for ANZ traders

Mon, 26th Jan 2026
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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ai
Moomoo assembles top strategists for a free 2026 outlook webinar, dissecting AI, commodities, US volatility and regional market plays.
Edmund ng melissa

AI data matching: boosting accuracy & cutting costs

Sat, 24th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
As data grows messy and massive, AI-powered matching promises sharper insight, lower long-run costs and an edge over rigid rule-based tools.
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SonicWall pushes unified automation for faster cyber defence

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
SonicWall launches unified automation tools to cut alert fatigue, speed cyber threat remediation and streamline overstretched security teams.
Katanasho

How AI-powered log management unlocks observability

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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devops
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Companies that treat log data as strategic intelligence, not digital clutter, are unlocking faster recovery, resilience and innovation.
Dimitri polydorou

Preparing campus and branch networks for AI demand

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
AI is exposing the limits of aging campus and branch networks, pushing enterprises and MSPs towards unified, cloud-managed, secure platforms.
Australian gov meeting room glowing ai brain regulated adoption

Why government is right to move slowly on AI adoption

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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data protection
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
Governments are taking a cautious, experimental approach to AI, prioritising public trust, security and stability over rapid innovation.
Vincent hwang

AI surge exposes cloud security gaps, report warns

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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firewalls
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data protection
New global survey warns a widening 'complexity gap' leaves AI-driven, multi-cloud environments outpacing organisations' security defences.
Keir garrett  vp cloudera anz  1

2026: The year AI moves from promise to performance

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
In 2026, AI shifts from dazzling pilots to disciplined performance, as trust, governance and human oversight overtake speed of deployment.
Varun kapoor

AI reshapes banks' role in Asia Pacific financial wellness

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Most APAC banks are failing to meet customers' financial wellness needs, an Adobe index finds, leaving a trust gap ripe for fintechs.
Cloudblue tarik faouzi

Hyper-automation is here: how Australian subscription brands stay ahead

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Australian subscription brands are turning to hyper-automation to replace clunky billing, scale complex pricing and stay ahead of rivals.
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More flexibility, less ghosting: Here's what the world of work will look like in 2026

Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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genai
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hybrid & remote work
By 2026, work will be more flexible and AI-driven, as tougher compliance, on-demand jobs and faster hiring reshape life for Kiwi workers.
Bob official

Top 10 data governance best practices to implement today

Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
With AI use surging and fines topping EUR €1 billion, robust data governance is now essential to unlock value, trust and compliance.
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How AI helps neurodivergent professionals showcase their strengths

Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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erp
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genai
AI tools like Copilot are helping neurodivergent professionals cut cognitive load, boost confidence and turn difference into leadership strength.
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How Schneider Electric and NVIDIA are redefining AI data center design

Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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edge computing
Schneider Electric and NVIDIA unveil high-density, liquid-cooled AI data centre blueprints to meet megawatt-scale power and cooling demands.