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Group-IB & INTERPOL collab tackles global cybercrime
Phishing

Group-IB & INTERPOL collab tackles global cybercrime

Operation Synergia shutdown hundreds of malicious servers, thanks to cybersecurity firm Group-IB and INTERPOL.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Australian firms urged to boost defences ahead of Safer Internet Day
Data Protection

Australian firms urged to boost defences ahead of Safer Internet Day

Ahead of Safer Internet Day, businesses in Australia are urged to fortify their cyber defences as reports reveal record levels of cyber threats, scams and data breaches in 2022.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Australian data management strategies for 2024: navigating the path to success
Generative AI

Australian data management strategies for 2024: navigating the path to success

Data-centric organisations in Australia adjust their strategy for 2024, prioritising improved data quality and adopting distributed data management to navigate GenAI advancements successfully.

By Ben Henshall • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Putting all your eggs in one communication basket is never a good idea
Customer Relationship Management

Putting all your eggs in one communication basket is never a good idea

Reliance on a single Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) solution, such as Microsoft Teams, puts businesses at risk as highlighted by recent outages; diversifying options can boost resilience and functionality.

By Peter Hughes • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Revolutionising the Future of Loyalty: Insights from Industry Leaders
Data Analytics

Revolutionising the Future of Loyalty: Insights from Industry Leaders

Industry heavyweights shed light on the future of brand loyalty, stressing the importance of technological innovation, personalisation and ethical engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Instagram fame bolsters influencer marketing potential
Google

Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Instagram fame bolsters influencer marketing potential

Following her release, convicted murderer Gypsy Rose Blanchard has gained a huge following on Instagram, with an impressive 9.8% engagement rate and an estimated media value of up to $3.5m.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Orbus Software's flagship platform skyrockets by 56% in 2023
Software-as-a-Service

Orbus Software's flagship platform skyrockets by 56% in 2023

Orbus Software's flagship SaaS platform, OrbusInfinity, grew by a staggering 56% in 2023, bolstering profitability and debt refinancing one quarter ahead of schedule.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
AppOmni expands to Sydney with new data centre amid rising APAC demand
Hyperscale

AppOmni expands to Sydney with new data centre amid rising APAC demand

SaaS security firm, AppOmni, addresses growing APAC demand for advanced security measures with a new Sydney data centre, hosted by Google Cloud Platform aiming to meet Australia's data sovereignty regulations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Cevo & AWS launch strategic collaboration for innovation
Digital Transformation

Cevo & AWS launch strategic collaboration for innovation

Cevo has entered into a three-year strategic collaboration agreement with AWS, aiming to expedite innovation and meet industry demands.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024
Certinia report examines motivation in consultants
Unified Communications

Certinia report examines motivation in consultants

A new survey by Certinia has revealed the key differences between US and APAC business consultants' motivations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Advanced security tools can help bridge the cyber-skills gap
Firewalls

Advanced security tools can help bridge the cyber-skills gap

Amid a global 12.6% rise in the cyber-skills gap, advanced security tools like AI automation could alleviate the shortage, particularly for Australian businesses.

By Matt Caffrey • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Australian start-up to revolutionise life for the visually impaired
Digital Transformation

Australian start-up to revolutionise life for the visually impaired

Sydney-based startup, ARIA Research, to redefine independence for the visually impaired with their bionic sunglasses that translate the physical world into sound.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
The imperative for collaborative IT in Australian state governments
Unified Communications

The imperative for collaborative IT in Australian state governments

Australian state governments are being urged to embrace collaborative IT, leveraging partnerships and resource pooling to create effective, standardised solutions and tackle skills shortages in sectors including bushfire management and cybersecurity.

By Bryan Saba • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Channel Factory appoints Tom Heddon as new Head of Sales for Victoria
Leadership

Channel Factory appoints Tom Heddon as new Head of Sales for Victoria

Channel Factory boosts its expansion in Australia and New Zealand with the appointment of media industry veteran, Tom Heddon, as Head of Sales for Victoria.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Brett Pickens announced as new CEO of Certis Security Australia
Job moves

Brett Pickens announced as new CEO of Certis Security Australia

Security firm, Certis Australia, welcomes industry veteran Brett Pickens as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of global experience to his new role.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives
EduTech

From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives

As children's lives become increasingly digitalised, health experts highlight the immediate need to balance screen-time with physical activity, combating sedentary habits and potential obesity risks.

By Carmen Dodds • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Australian CIOs increase AI investment amid application sprawl concerns
Artificial Intelligence

Australian CIOs increase AI investment amid application sprawl concerns

Despite challenges, Australian CIOs are increasingly keen on AI, planning significant budget boosts as per Canva's latest survey.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024