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Australians fear COVID-19 misinformation threat - study

Misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines on social media is feared to hinder Australia's vaccination efforts, according to a new poll.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Dec 2020

Bluetooth

Ministry of Health successfully completes COVID-19 tracing technology trial

New Zealand has successfully completed a trial of Bluetooth contact tracing technology as part of its COVID-19 response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020

Unified Communications

The top search terms from IT execs in 2020

COVID-19, cybersecurity and operating models were amongst the most searched terms by IT executives in 2020, according to the analyst firm.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020

Zscaler

Gartner names Zscaler the only leader in Magic Quadrant for Secure Web Gateways

Zscaler named as the only Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Secure Web Gateways, marking its 10th consecutive year in the position.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020

Unified Communications

Frost & Sullivan: 5G fixed wireless access poised to mimic 4G success

5G fixed wireless access (FWA) has the potential to redefine access to technology and expand broadband, says Frost & Sullivan.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020

Marketing Technologies

Zebra Technologies named leader in rugged mobile devices market by IDC

Zebra Technologies named leader in IDC's 2020 MarketScape report for Rugged Mobile Devices, praised for range, support, and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020

Storage

Trend Micro unveils world first cloud-native file storage security

Trend Micro launches cloud-native, fully serverless file storage security tool for organisations in the cloud.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020

Unified Communications

Vertiv anticipates data centre 'fourth utility' criticality in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has solidified data centers' status as a fourth utility, bringing increased expectations and responsibilities, according to Vertiv.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2020

Multi-cloud

Zscaler hires Steve Singer as new ANZ country manager

Zscaler appoints Steve Singer as Regional VP and Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand. He will focus on growth and expanding local partnerships.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2020

Social Media

APAC consumers say firms' social media reputation matters

If a crisis unfolded, 38% would stop using an organisation's products if they were caught up in a crisis that spilled online.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2020

Unified Communications

AWS launches new disaster recover programme across ANZ

AWS Project Resilience, is now available to our Australian and New Zealand communities, customers, and partners.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020

Marketing Technologies

How to increase profits for online businesses by streamlining shipping processes

Organisations need to ensure their shipping processes are streamlined and efficient so that customers receive their goods quickly and in good condition.

By Ben Seal • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020

Fintech

ESET investigates Australians' attitudes to financial technology

Australians use multiple fintech apps but neglect cyber security, according to ESET research. Concerns include lack of security software and password managers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020

Network Infrastructure

NZ's first hyperscale data centre to be built in Invercargill

Invercargill's cool climate, land space, remote location and its renewable energy capabilities make it an attractive location for a data centre.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020

Partner Programmes

Y Soft and Paytec partner up to foster growth in ANZ

Y Soft and Paytec partner to expand market opportunities for print, document, and workflow management solutions in Australia and New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Power / Energy

Star Scientific wins Emerging Technology of the Year award

Australian hydrogen firm Star Scientific has won the Emerging Technology of the Year accolade at the 2020 Global Energy Awards.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Dec 2020

Wireless Networks

Motorola and Telstra sign $567M deal to build Tasmania Government Radio Network

Telstra and Motorola Solutions have won a multi-year contract to build a mission critical communications network for emergency responders in Tasmania.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Dec 2020