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Questions NOT to ask a crypto investor
Crypto

Questions NOT to ask a crypto investor

At social gatherings, crypto investors often face cringeworthy questions about their investments, revealing widespread misconceptions about the digital currency world.

By Janine Grainger • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Ransomware

Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack

An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.

By Phil Pennington • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024

Global Stories

Opinion stories

October Patch Tuesday has revealed 118 Vulnerabilities
Open source

October Patch Tuesday has revealed 118 Vulnerabilities

Microsoft has addressed 118 vulnerabilities in its October 2024 Patch Tuesday, including five with evidence of exploitation, amid ongoing security concerns.

By Adam Barnett • 7 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers
Firewalls

Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers

Despite Gartner's predictions for enterprise browsers in cybersecurity, a new solution called Browser Detection and Response offers a more comprehensive approach.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Visibility is vital for detecting ransomware attacks
Data Protection

Visibility is vital for detecting ransomware attacks

Ransomware attacks are evolving into a major cyberthreat, highlighting the critical need for enhanced network visibility to combat these incursions.

By Mark Bowling • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Navigating the most common challenges in ERP implementations
DevOps

Navigating the most common challenges in ERP implementations

ERP implementations can revolutionise businesses, yet challenges like budget miscalculations affect 31% of projects, warns expert Nick Doyle.

By Avec Global • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Navigating enterprise-wide deployment of generative AI in banking
Digital Transformation

Navigating enterprise-wide deployment of generative AI in banking

Generative AI is revolutionising banking in Australia and New Zealand, with 79% of banks progressing beyond initial adoption stages to enhance operations.

By Indranil Mukherjee • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
How strategic customer experience technology implementation drives digital transformation success
Unified Communications

How strategic customer experience technology implementation drives digital transformation success

Strategically implemented customer experience tech is revolutionising digital transformation in Australia and New Zealand, driving efficiency and growth.

By Anthony Brown • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Australian CIOs face an unprecedented challenge to cut data-based carbon emissions
Storage

Australian CIOs face an unprecedented challenge to cut data-based carbon emissions

Australian CIOs must tackle new legislation mandating detailed carbon emissions reporting, as data centres become major contributors to emissions.

By Amy Rushall • 6 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Six common causes of major software outages
Firewalls

Six common causes of major software outages

Understanding the top six causes of software outages, from bugs to spikes in demand, is key for organisations to enhance service reliability.

By Andrew Foot • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
The case for upgrading to a customisable cloud ERP platform
Financial Systems

The case for upgrading to a customisable cloud ERP platform

Basic accounting software like MYOB or Xero can stifle growth for agile organisations. Customisable cloud ERP systems offer the necessary flexibility and efficiency.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

Deliver when it matters most: Retention and revenue this peak season
Customer Experience

Deliver when it matters most: Retention and revenue this peak season

As Cyber Weekend approaches, Australian retailers face increased pressure to enhance delivery services amid subdued spending and rising consumer expectations.

By Rob Hango-Zada • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Three reasons why domains are a secret weapon for Aussie businesses
Marketing Technologies

Three reasons why domains are a secret weapon for Aussie businesses

In an increasingly digital world, Australian businesses must recognise the power of memorable domain names to enhance brand presence and improve security.

By Ram Mohan • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Black Friday 2024: How automation can revolutionise Australian retailers' success
Digital Transformation

Black Friday 2024: How automation can revolutionise Australian retailers' success

As Black Friday 2024 approaches, Australian retailers must adopt automation to efficiently manage an expected spend of AUD $6.7 billion during the event.

By ShipStation • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
How embracing new technology in emergency communications centres improves public safety
Cloud Services

How embracing new technology in emergency communications centres improves public safety

Australia's emergency contact centres grapple with rising call volumes and staff shortages, turning to AI and cloud tech to enhance public safety.

By David Dennis • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Is a unified technology approach key to retail growth?
Customer Experience

Is a unified technology approach key to retail growth?

Australia's retail sector sees cautious growth amid falling inflation, with technology seen as key to cutting costs and boosting efficiency.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Customer experience: The heart of sustainable growth
Crypto

Customer experience: The heart of sustainable growth

Customer experience drives sustainable financial growth, risking AUD $87 billion if ignored. Digital banks leverage automation for seamless service.

By Darren Cockerell • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024