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83% of Australian firms receive AI-generated CVs with errors

A report reveals 83% of Australian firms have received AI-generated resumes with false information, raising concerns over the hiring process.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Physical Security

Responsible AI: Managing ethical and regulatory risks while using AI to accelerate growth

AI is projected to boost Australia's economy by 40% and add AUD $600 billion by 2030, yet concerns over data privacy and ethical risks are rising.

By Shreshta Shyamsundar • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Unified Communications

Neat predicts AI & 5G to transform video collaboration by 2025

Neat forecasts that by 2025, AI and 5G will significantly transform video collaboration, driven by a projected global IT spend of USD $5.74 trillion.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Crypto

Australian startup unveils stable crypto backed by gold

Australian startup TDCR has launched GLO, a stable digital currency backed by tokenised gold, aiming to redefine cryptocurrency usability and perception.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Data Analytics

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Partner Programmes

Atturra acquires NZ's Plan B for NZD20M to expand services

Atturra has acquired New Zealand's Plan B for NZD20M to enhance its cloud and managed services, expanding its reach across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Generative AI

PanaAI & Junee join forces for NVIDIA AI supercomputer

PanaAI has partnered with Junee to build the most powerful NVIDIA AI supercomputer in the Southern Hemisphere, set to launch in Australia by early 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Clean technologies

Black Friday set to rival Boxing Day in NZ & Australia

Black Friday, now a vital part of the retail scene in Australia and New Zealand, is set for record sales in 2024 as consumers seek big savings amid rising costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Ransomware

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Partner Programmes

Sumit Mukhija appointed CEO of DCI Data Centers

DCI Data Centers has appointed Sumit Mukhija as Chief Executive Officer to drive strategic growth in Asia Pacific markets and enhance data centre services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Physical Security

APRA AMCOS supports Senate report on AI impact in Australia

APRA AMCOS has backed a Senate report urging regulatory reforms to protect Australian creators from the challenges posed by unregulated AI technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Digital Transformation

Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles

Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Biometrics

Why identity management is an essential investment for Australian financial services providers in 2025

Allaying rising concerns about privacy and security is critical for organisations and institutions that want to survive and thrive.

By Ashley Diffey • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Unified Communications

PMT Communications celebrates achievements in 2024

PMT Communications has reported a successful 2024, achieving new milestones in telecommunications and expanding services across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Hyperscale

V2 Digital strengthens team with two key appointments

V2 Digital has expanded its team to over 60 employees across Australia with two senior appointments, enhancing its focus on AI-driven growth.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Digital Transformation

Customer Science Group marks 10 years with growth surge

Sydney's Customer Science Group celebrates a decade of success with a 50% revenue increase, marking its place in The Australian Financial Review's Fast 100 for 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

EduTech

Angela Robinson named country MD for Australia at Publicis

Angela Robinson has been appointed as Country Managing Director for Australia at Publicis Sapient, aiming to enhance digital transformation in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Storage

Wasabi cloud storage now available to universities via SINET

Wasabi Technologies joins SINET, offering Japanese universities hot cloud storage with no API or egress fees for faster, cost-effective data management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Dec 2024