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DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.
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Cutting through complexity: How a unified approach can help safeguard IT systems

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Australian organisations are grappling with complexity in cyber security, as 70% feel AI is outpacing their defenses amid rising AI-generated threats.
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What you see is usually not what you get with browser extensions

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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A recent study highlights the security risks posed by browser extensions, revealing how deceptive permissions can enable malicious activities, endangering users.
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CapitaLand invests USD $700m in Osaka data centre project

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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CapitaLand is investing over USD $700 million in a new data centre in Osaka, Japan, expanding its portfolio to meet rising digital demand.
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Unlocking the power of speech to humanise AI-driven customer experiences

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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Recent advancements in conversational AI are transforming customer experiences, as brands embrace AI to foster deeper relationships and enhance engagement.
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Transformative healthcare: The virtual shift

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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New Zealand's digital health market is set to grow to NZ$631.9 million by 2029, as healthcare's virtual shift becomes vital amid rising demands and budget cuts.
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To achieve your AI goals, you need the right team

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Amidst rising interest in generative AI, a new study reveals 75% of Australian firms struggle to find skilled talent, risking their AI ambitions.
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Johnson Controls appoints Joakim Weidemanis as new CEO

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Johnson Controls has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer, starting 12 March 2025, succeeding George R. Oliver who becomes Non-Executive Chairman.
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DoiT acquires PerfectScale for Kubernetes optimisation

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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DoiT has acquired PerfectScale, a Kubernetes optimisation platform, to bolster its ability to manage and secure containerised workloads more efficiently.
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Databricks acquires BladeBridge to boost SQL migrations

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Databricks has acquired BladeBridge to simplify enterprise data warehouse migrations, aiming to enhance efficiency and performance for over ten thousand customers.
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Alluxio launches version 3.5, boosting AI data management

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Alluxio has unveiled version 3.5 of its Enterprise AI platform, enhancing AI model training efficiency and data management with new features and capabilities.
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HubSpot opens first Australian data centre in Sydney

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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HubSpot has launched its first data centre in Australia, enabling local businesses to enhance performance and data sovereignty while meeting compliance needs.
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Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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In November 2024, a surge of over 60 DDoS attacks targeted 39 Australian websites, driven by the pro-Russian group NoName057(16) protesting government actions.
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How to build a standardised software development platform

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A GitLab study reveals 65% of Australian businesses are speeding up software delivery, but fragmentation in tools poses risks—standardisation is key to efficiency.
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AI's impact on education: benefits & challenges ahead

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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A new report by S&P Global Ratings highlights AI's transformative potential in education, urging investments to harness benefits while addressing ethical and funding challenges.
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Siemon earns top ESG accolades with EcoVadis Gold rating

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Siemon has unveiled its 2024 ESG Report, celebrating a Gold EcoVadis rating and its commitment to sustainability and ethical governance in tech.
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Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems

Sat, 1st Feb 2025
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Yavrio, a fintech firm in London, has raised USD $2.4 million in seed funding to transform ERP systems by eliminating error-prone CSV file imports.
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NextDC wins top award at PTC25 for data centre excellence

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Australia's NEXTDC has received the Outstanding Data Centre Company Award at the PTC25 event in Hawaii, highlighting its pivotal role in digital infrastructure.
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Cleaning up the chaos and elevating unstructured data value

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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With unstructured data comprising 80-90% of global information, businesses must adopt modern management technologies to unlock its hidden value effectively.
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A well-oiled machine: How ERP solutions drive ROI and better customer experiences

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are revolutionising equipment dealerships by streamlining operations and enhancing customer satisfaction, driving significant ROI.