Australia (Australian) stories
Optus appoints Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Optus has appointed Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer to bolster data protection and customer security in Australia’s competitive telecom sector.
Australian leaders see AI as risk & opportunity, identity gaps grow
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
More than half of Australian IT leaders see AI as both an opportunity and risk, but only 20% have strategies for securing digital and machine identities.
MiQ unveils Sigma AI platform to unify programmatic advertising
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hyperscale
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martech
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genai
MiQ has launched Sigma, an AI-driven platform uniting over 300 data feeds to streamline and optimise programmatic advertising globally.
AWS launches AI Spring Australia to boost local AI innovation
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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genai
AWS is launching AI Spring Australia to boost local innovation, supporting startups with new AI programmes and expanding cloud infrastructure investment.
Video & influencer strategies seen as key for B2B marketers
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cx
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digital entertainment
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digital marketing
LinkedIn research reveals Asia-Pacific B2B marketers prioritise video and influencer strategies to capture attention amid growing campaign challenges.
QSIC partners with Wingstop to deliver curated music in Sydney
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
QSIC teams up with Wingstop to craft a bold, AI-curated music experience for the US chain’s first Sydney outlet, enhancing its energetic brand vibe.
SaaS adoption drives growth for manufacturers in Australia, NZ
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saas
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digital transformation
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edge computing
Investment in SaaS technology is driving growth and agility in Australia and New Zealand's manufacturing sector, with 89% of firms adopting cloud solutions.
Australians set to spend AUD $10.5 billion in EOFY sales
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payment technologies
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paypal
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online courses
Seventy-one per cent of Australians plan to shop in EOFY sales, with spending expected to hit AUD $10.5 billion amid rising cost-of-living pressures.
Thermomix TM7 debuts in Australia & NZ with new features
Today
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cleantech
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sustainability
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voice control
Vorwerk has launched the Thermomix TM7 in Australia and New Zealand, featuring a larger touchscreen, Open Cooking mode, and sustainability upgrades.
Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cleantech
Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.
Lockyer Valley council completes ERP upgrade to boost services
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saas
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devops
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digital transformation
Lockyer Valley Regional Council has upgraded its ERP system to TechnologyOne’s platform, enhancing services for 45,000 residents and improving staff efficiency.
Optus launches API Connect with Vonage for secure enterprise APIs
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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encryption
Optus has launched API Connect with Vonage, offering secure, scalable telecom APIs that integrate real-time communications directly via the Optus network.
Westcon-Comstor & Ericsson boost 5G growth in Australia & NZ
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Westcon-Comstor and Ericsson partner to accelerate 5G adoption across ANZ, enhancing enterprise connectivity and partner growth opportunities.
Exclusive: Why Cyberattacks on Aussie businesses are becoming more advanced
Yesterday
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ransomware
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mfa
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cloud security
Australian businesses face more complex cyberattacks as AI-powered ransomware, BEC, and supply chain threats escalate, warns Borderless CS CEO Jayaprakash Muthusamy.
Samsung launches ePaper, eBoard and rugged Pro devices
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digital signage
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cleantech
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samsung
Samsung has launched its 2025 enterprise tech range in Australia, featuring energy-efficient displays, rugged devices, and smart collaboration tools for businesses.
DeepHealth boosts ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode team
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ai
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population health management
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medical reporting
DeepHealth will enhance its ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode’s thyroid and breast imaging tech, boosting workflow efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.
Airwallex appoints board as ADI licence bid nears after USD $300 million funding
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fintech
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investment
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airwallex
Airwallex appoints a new board for its SVF unit as it nears an ADI licence in Australia, following a USD $300 million funding round valuing the company at USD $6.2 billion.
Okta launches enhanced data recovery for Australia
Yesterday
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data protection
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dr
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cybersecurity
Okta upgrades disaster recovery in Australia, relocating services to Melbourne and ensuring data remains local with recovery in under five minutes.
Gallagher Security hosts record-breaking user event in Adelaide
Yesterday
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soc
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physical security
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digital entertainment
Gallagher Security's User Group event in Adelaide attracted over 100 professionals, marking its largest gathering with training, demos, and expert talks.
Yomojo expands Optus partnership to offer wider telecom suite
Yesterday
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uc
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network infrastructure
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optus
Yomojo has extended its partnership with Optus for three years, expanding to offer mobile, fixed wireless, and NBN services across Australia’s telecom network.