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Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ
Smart Home

Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ

Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Hitachi Vantara names Dave Wardrop CTO for Australia & New Zealand
Storage

Hitachi Vantara names Dave Wardrop CTO for Australia & New Zealand

Hitachi Vantara has appointed Dave Wardrop as CTO for Australia and New Zealand to lead technical sales amid growth in data storage and cloud markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Insight named emerging leader in Gartner guide for generative AI
Digital Transformation

Insight named emerging leader in Gartner guide for generative AI

Insight is named an Emerging Leader in Gartner's 2025 Innovation Guide for generative AI consultancy, aiding Asia Pacific firms from pilot to enterprise AI deployment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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Cyber insurance among small businesses surges amid rising threats
Data Protection

Cyber insurance among small businesses surges amid rising threats

Cyber insurance among Australian small businesses has surged 50% amid rising cybercrime threats, with incidents costing an average of AUD $49,600 each.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Secolve marks five years with 57% growth & global expansion
IoT Security

Secolve marks five years with 57% growth & global expansion

Secolve celebrates five years with 57% growth, serving 100 global clients and expanding its operational technology cybersecurity services internationally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Australian insurers using AI to manage extreme weather claims
Data Analytics

Australian insurers using AI to manage extreme weather claims

Australian insurers face over AUD $1.8bn in weather claims in early 2025 amid rising extreme events, boosting AI use to manage surges and fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Anker SOLIX unveils Everfrost 2 electric coolers in Australia
Electrical

Anker SOLIX unveils Everfrost 2 electric coolers in Australia

Anker SOLIX launches Everfrost 2 electric coolers in Australia, offering ice-free cooling for up to 4.3 days with smart features and dual-zone options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Samsung launches brand new 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F TV in Australia
Smart Home

Samsung launches brand new 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F TV in Australia

Samsung Australia unveils its largest TV yet, the 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F, with AI enhancements, priced from AUD $26,999 and now available for pre-order.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Australian trust in organisations declines as AI use accelerates
Biometrics

Australian trust in organisations declines as AI use accelerates

Trust in organisations managing identity data in Australia has dropped, with only 11% fully trusting them amid rising AI use and data security concerns.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
NSW tech sector to add 562,000 jobs, reach AUD $54bn by 2035
Data Analytics

NSW tech sector to add 562,000 jobs, reach AUD $54bn by 2035

NSW's tech sector aims to add over 562,000 jobs by 2035, boosting its economic contribution to AUD $54bn, driven by growth in AI, fintech and cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Firmus appoints new CFO & chair after USD $330 million raise
Financial Systems

Firmus appoints new CFO & chair after USD $330 million raise

Firmus Technologies appoints Kirsty Godfrey-Billy as CFO and Grant Dempsey as Chair after raising USD $330 million to advance its renewable-powered AI campus project.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels

Despite rising cyber threats and staff shortages, fewer Australian firms train non-security staff for cybersecurity, risking resilience amid growing attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Australian SMEs urged to bolster cyber defences as attacks surge
Malware

Australian SMEs urged to bolster cyber defences as attacks surge

As cyberattacks rise, Australian SMEs urged to boost defences with staff training and multi-factor authentication during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Macquarie Telecom, Netskope unite to boost AI security in Australia
Firewalls

Macquarie Telecom, Netskope unite to boost AI security in Australia

Macquarie Telecom and Netskope partner to offer integrated AI, cloud, and network security, helping Australian firms tackle rising cyber threats and compliance demands.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
CID, Nokia & Pivotel launch secure private 5GaaS for Australia
Network Infrastructure

CID, Nokia & Pivotel launch secure private 5GaaS for Australia

CID Group, Nokia and Pivotel launch a zero-capex Private 5G-as-a-Service solution to boost secure, sovereign data networks across Australia's critical industries.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Australian consumer loyalty hinges on trust & service quality
Data Protection

Australian consumer loyalty hinges on trust & service quality

Australian consumer loyalty relies heavily on trust and high-quality service, with 86% likely to abandon brands after poor customer support experiences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
How to choose the right AI contact centre platform in 2026
Unified Communications

How to choose the right AI contact centre platform in 2026

Choosing an AI-powered contact centre platform in 2026 is vital for businesses aiming to enhance customer experience and support future growth effectively.

By Audrey William from Crayon IQ and Michael Clark from CXTT Consulting • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025