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Velixo secures funds to boost ERP reporting & automation
Software-as-a-Service

Velixo secures funds to boost ERP reporting & automation

Velixo has secured significant investment from Elephant in a Series A funding round, aimed at bolstering its ERP-connected reporting capabilities within Excel.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
World Cloud Security Day highlights rising cyber threats
Endpoint Protection

World Cloud Security Day highlights rising cyber threats

As World Cloud Security Day highlights escalating cyber threats, experts stress the urgent need for robust cloud security frameworks to safeguard digital environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Databricks expands ANZ presence, boosting AI capabilities
Data Analytics

Databricks expands ANZ presence, boosting AI capabilities

Databricks is expanding its footprint in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost AI capabilities and workforce to over 200 by year-end amid rising demand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Arlo highlights cloud storage for World Cloud Security Day
Storage

Arlo highlights cloud storage for World Cloud Security Day

Arlo Technologies marks World Cloud Security Day by showcasing cloud storage's pivotal role in enhancing home security with remote access and AI features.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Former Apple executive Reuben Bijl joins Abundium as Partner
Apple

Former Apple executive Reuben Bijl joins Abundium as Partner

Reuben Bijl, a former senior executive at Apple, has joined Abundium as a Partner, bringing over a decade of tech experience to the multinational networking group.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems
EduTech

Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems

Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Outpacing AI-Driven cyber attacks: Strategies for modern defenders
Data Protection

Outpacing AI-Driven cyber attacks: Strategies for modern defenders

In a world where AI empowers both defenders and cybercriminals, Australian firms are set to invest AUD $6.2 billion in cybersecurity to combat evolving threats.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
Ransomware

Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
MaxMine appoints new CEO & CFO to drive AI expansion
Artificial Intelligence

MaxMine appoints new CEO & CFO to drive AI expansion

MaxMine has appointed Shaun Mitchell as CEO and Rohit Selvaratnam as CFO, aiming to enhance productivity through AI as the company expands its operations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Vudoo appoints Paul Blackburn as Chief Strategy Officer
Digital Transformation

Vudoo appoints Paul Blackburn as Chief Strategy Officer

Vudoo has appointed Paul Blackburn as Chief Strategy Officer, bringing over 25 years of digital media expertise to enhance engagement and revenue growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Pharmx portal launch reduces supply chain time to one day
Supply Chain

Pharmx portal launch reduces supply chain time to one day

Pharmx has launched a new supplier portal designed to cut supply chain integration from twelve weeks to just one day, benefiting over 7,000 Australian pharmacies.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Australian lecturer wins 2025 SAS Educator Award recognition
EduTech

Australian lecturer wins 2025 SAS Educator Award recognition

SAS has honoured exceptional educators worldwide, including Jacky Mo from the University of New South Wales, with the 2025 SAS Educator Award.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Exclusive: Ericsson sharpens partner focus with new sales strategy
Robotics

Exclusive: Ericsson sharpens partner focus with new sales strategy

Ericsson's Chief Sales Officer Matt Cook outlines a new sales strategy focused on simplicity, collaboration, and enhancing partner success in Sydney.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Gilmour Space partners with Ansys for first Aussie rocket
Rocket

Gilmour Space partners with Ansys for first Aussie rocket

Gilmour Space Technologies has partnered with Ansys to advance the Eris rocket project, aiming to make history with Australia's first orbital launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Databricks partners with NSW to expand AI skills programme
Data Analytics

Databricks partners with NSW to expand AI skills programme

Databricks has partnered with the New South Wales Government to enhance its AI and data academy, aiming to upskill over 100 staff members in the next year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Scams cost Australian small businesses AUD $7.9 million
Phishing

Scams cost Australian small businesses AUD $7.9 million

Scams targeting Australia's micro and small businesses caused losses of AUD $7.9 million in 2024, despite recent efforts leading to a decrease from AUD $17.3 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Kinetic IT recognised in Australia's top managed awards
Deloitte

Kinetic IT recognised in Australia's top managed awards

Kinetic IT has secured its place among Australia's Best Managed Companies for the fourth consecutive year, lauded for excellence in innovation and growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training
Ransomware

Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training

Cyberattacks on Australian local councils are surging, with under half providing essential cybersecurity training, leaving systems vulnerable to breaches.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025