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Jemena has upgraded security at nearly 50 Australian sites with Genetec's unified platform, enhancing remote monitoring and compliance across critical infrastructure.

Slovenia's transmission operator ELES has joined ENCS to boost cyber defences and enhance the security of Europe's interconnected power grids.

TA Associates takes a minority stake in Aeris to accelerate AI-driven IoT security and bolster the firm's global connectivity and cybersecurity solutions.

Secure data sharing via Consumer Data Right and Digital ID could streamline real estate processes, easing rental applications and boosting privacy in Australia's market.

Schneider Electric launches the AI-powered One Digital Grid Platform to help utilities modernise operations, cut costs and boost outage management worldwide.

UK digital consultancy Waracle expands into Europe with the acquisition of Sofia-based HackSoft, boosting its workforce to 265 and enhancing tech expertise.

AMD has launched the Instinct MI430X GPU with 432GB HBM4 memory to power AI and HPC in next-gen supercomputers across the US and Europe.

EDHEC has launched a Quantum Institute to equip leaders and students with knowledge on quantum science's impact across business, finance, and society.

Quantum cyber threats force organisations to urgently adopt post-quantum cryptography and strengthen critical infrastructure defences by 2026.

Four major New Zealand power firms unite with Google X's Tapestry project to use AI for smarter grid inspections, boosting resilience for 510,000 customers.

SAFE has acquired Balbix to launch a unified AI cyber risk platform, linking vulnerabilities and business impact for real-time risk management.

Schneider Electric and Bloomberg launch Energy Technology Coalition to drive demand-side tech adoption amid rising global electricity use.

Rackspace Technology launches AI Launch Pad, a private-cloud service to help businesses overcome AI adoption challenges and boost returns across sectors.

Research finds 78% of leading firms now see IT as vital for sustainability, using AI to drive real-time environmental action and business growth.

Quantum computing, agentic AI, and Web 4.0 will revolutionise cybersecurity by 2026, demanding new strategies for autonomy, threat defence, and infrastructure resilience.

Capco joins OpenAI's Beta Services Partner Programme, gaining early access to AI tech to enhance financial and energy sector services globally.

HR Crowd, a specialist HR tech consultancy, has swiftly grown to rank 16th on the AFR Fast Starters 2025, driven by demand for strategic HR solutions.

Australian AI spending is set to reach USD $12.3bn by 2028, as firms embrace advanced AI and automation for major business gains.

By 2026, AI will empower individuals with hacker tools rivaling nation-states, radically transforming cyber threats and defences worldwide.

Over 70% of energy leaders see digital technologies as vital for clean energy, yet outdated grids and regulatory lags hinder progress, a global survey finds.