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ProHance report shows rise in global average working hours
Productivity

ProHance report shows rise in global average working hours

ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report for 2024 highlights a rise in average working hours, increasing from 9 hours 12 minutes to 9 hours 30 minutes.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025
Ransomware

Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025

Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts
Data Protection

Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts

With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
CyberCX achieves AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency
Hyperscale

CyberCX achieves AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency

CyberCX has attained the AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency, becoming one of 18 partners globally to support digital sovereignty in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Positive economic forecast boosts holiday spending hopes
Data Analytics

Positive economic forecast boosts holiday spending hopes

Circana forecasts a positive economic environment for 2025, prompting consumers to embrace 'retail therapy' during the upcoming holiday season.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business
Hybrid Cloud

Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business

Cloudera has unveiled its no-code RAG Studio, enabling firms to swiftly deploy custom AI chatbots that leverage real-time enterprise data for improved efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ
Unified Communications

Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ

Rod Lester, Managing Director of NICE CXone for ANZ, is revolutionising customer experience with a 300-strong client base and rapid growth driven by innovation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet
Cartech

Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet

Splend has secured over USD $300 million to expand its zero-emissions rideshare fleet in Australia and the UK, aiming for 10,000 vehicles by 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

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Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus
Artificial Intelligence

Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus

Australian firms are poised for 15% growth in 2025, driven by investments in technology, with 92% planning to maintain or increase software budgets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
UTS & Cisco partner to boost Australia's digital skills
Digital Transformation

UTS & Cisco partner to boost Australia's digital skills

The University of Technology Sydney and Cisco have launched a partnership to enhance Australia's digital skills and promote industry collaboration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress
Artificial Intelligence

Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress

A report reveals Australians dedicate 540 million hours to holiday prep, with many turning to AI to help manage the stress of planning.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Samsung finds key to in-store engagement through digital displays
Customer Experience

Samsung finds key to in-store engagement through digital displays

As Australian retailers adapt to changing consumer trends, Samsung's Pro Display solutions aim to enhance in-store engagement and boost sales.

By Melania Watson • 8 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Australia leads Asia Pacific in cyber extortion attacks
IoT Security

Australia leads Asia Pacific in cyber extortion attacks

New research reveals Australia is the top victim of cyber extortion in Asia Pacific, accounting for 22.2% of cases, as global incidents surge.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
FinTech Australia appoints Ross & Imam to its board
Risk & Compliance

FinTech Australia appoints Ross & Imam to its board

FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Rising cybercrime in Australia prompts better cyber hygiene
Malware

Rising cybercrime in Australia prompts better cyber hygiene

Rising cybercrime in Australia, with incidents every six minutes, is pushing businesses to adopt better cyber hygiene to protect against financial losses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost
Marketing Technologies

Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost

Despite rising costs and economic pressures, nearly 47% of Australia's small businesses foresee improved cash flow by 2025, revealing growing optimism.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
NetApp & iseek expand partnership in Queensland
Data Protection

NetApp & iseek expand partnership in Queensland

NetApp and iseek have bolstered their partnership to boost Australia's digital infrastructure, investing significantly in Queensland to drive regional growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024