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AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns

A SolarWinds report shows only 43% of IT professionals believe their databases are AI-ready, with data quality and security concerns as major hurdles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

Unified Communications

Workhuman reveals new Admin Hub features to boost programme management

Workhuman introduces advanced features to its Admin Hub to enhance programme management, offering improved reporting, data accessibility, and customisation for HR leaders.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

Data Analytics

Snowflake unveils new AI innovations at Summit 2024

Snowflake unveils groundbreaking updates to its Cortex AI platform at Snowflake Summit 2024, aiming to make enterprise AI more accessible, efficient, and secure.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

Public Cloud

OVHcloud unwraps NVIDIA GPUs & AI models for diverse use

OVHcloud introduces new NVIDIA GPU range and open-source LLMs at Adopt AI event, enhancing AI accessibility for organisations with eco-friendly and cost-effective solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

Data Analytics

Progress unveils AI-powered Telerik & Kendo UI R2 2024 release

Progress rolls out the R2 2024 update for Telerik and Kendo UI, introducing AI prompts, improved design-to-code tools, new UI components, and enhanced accessibility features.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Marketing Technologies

Progress launches R2 2024 Telerik & Kendo UI with AI updates

Progress has launched the R2 2024 release of Telerik and Kendo UI, featuring AI integration, enhanced design workflows, and improved accessibility, aiming to empower developers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

DevOps

SolarWinds launches AI engine to transform IT operations

SolarWinds unveils a generative AI engine, SolarWinds AI, set to enhance IT operations by prioritising privacy, security, and reliability, starting with its Service Desk.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Unified Communications

APhone teams up with Aethir for decentralised cloud services

APhone and Aethir announce a partnership to decentralise cloud smartphone and GPU cloud computing, enhancing full node deployment accessibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024

Platform-as-a-Service

GitHub unveils new initiatives for Global Accessibility Day

GitHub launches innovative accessibility initiatives, led by their first Head of Accessibility, Ed Summers, to enhance inclusivity for over 100 million developers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

Risk & Compliance

Dramatic increase in business focus on digital accessibility

Revealing a growing corporate focus on digital accessibility, Applause's annual survey highlights an upward trend towards inclusive design principles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024

Data Protection

Dasera partners with Cisco, Cohesity & Intuitive Cloud to extend DSPM reach

Data security firm Dasera has announced partnerships with Cisco, Cohesity, and Intuitive Cloud along with platform enhancements and a flexible monthly pricing model as part of its bid to become more accessible.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024

Investment

Global tech firms boost human-centred design investment

Over half of global tech firms plan to up investment in user-friendly software design amid increasing importance of digital accessibility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Disaster Recovery

Fastrack Technology's three keys to making the most of colocation

As more businesses seek cloud-like features with regulatory compliance and security, colocation facilities have proven essential.

By Grace Tran • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Accessibility stories

Power / Energy

PSS Distributors launches UPS solutions for Specialist Disability Accommodations

PSS Distributors has launched a new range of UPS solutions tailored for High Physical Support homes, enhancing power reliability and safety in Specialist Disability Accommodations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

Google

Google & PB Tech launch reo Māori Chromebook in NZ schools

Google New Zealand, in partnership with PB Tech and the Māori Language Commission, has delivered 5,000 Chromebooks with a te reo Māori keyboard to students, promoting digital use of the language.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024

Online services

Queensland harnesses Optimation Connect for justice rehabilitation

Queensland Corrective Services pioneers a digital revolution in justice rehabilitation by introducing Optimation Connect, a biometric-enabled system aimed at inclusive and accessible case management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Optimation

Optimation reaches the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024 finals

Optimation, a tech solutions provider, is a finalist in the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024 for their pioneering product, Optimation Connect.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Software Development

Barriers inhibiting uptake of human-centric app development

Despite believing human-centric app development is crucial, just 24% of Australians are implementing relevant measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024

Large Language Models

Giga! boosts app accessibility for Singapore's disabled community

StarHub's Giga! enhances digital inclusivity for People with Disabilities (PWDs) in Singapore through new, integrated accessibility features and continued free service, endorsing the Digital for Life initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Apr 2024

Customer Experience

How voice recognition technology can transform customer experience in Australia

Voice recognition technology is predicted to accelerate Australia's customer experience revolution, offering streamlined, secure, and personalised interactions across industries.

By Robert Woolfrey • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024