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Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to boost ANZ
eCommerce

Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to boost ANZ

Prophet appoints Claudia Kidd as Strategic Growth Lead to drive expansion across ANZ, adding six new roles amid rising client demand in marketing sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Porsche brings in-car multiplayer gaming to Macan with AirConsole
Gaming

Porsche brings in-car multiplayer gaming to Macan with AirConsole

Porsche introduces multiplayer gaming in its new Macan, letting passengers play via smartphones on the infotainment system when parked or moving.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Extolla & Infios unite to boost APAC supply chain efficiency
Supply Chain

Extolla & Infios unite to boost APAC supply chain efficiency

Extolla and Infios have partnered to enhance supply chain efficiency across APAC, combining software solutions with expert consultancy to boost business operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
How storage is powering Australia's AI ambitions
Data Analytics

How storage is powering Australia's AI ambitions

Australia's AI growth relies on layered data storage, with cost-effective HDDs key to managing vast, diverse data needs alongside faster SSDs.

By Stefan Mandl • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Logistics firms in Australia & NZ ramp up tech spending, face hurdles
Data Analytics

Logistics firms in Australia & NZ ramp up tech spending, face hurdles

Eighty per cent of Australian and New Zealand logistics firms see tech as vital, with 94% aiming to boost spending despite hurdles in integration and ROI tracking.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Zoho ANZ sees 20% customer growth, unveils new offerings & AI
Data Analytics

Zoho ANZ sees 20% customer growth, unveils new offerings & AI

Zoho's ANZ customer base grows 20% with new AI-powered solutions including Zoho Solo and Zoho for Nonprofits, boosting regional impact and innovation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
AI alliance aims to revolutionise digital lending in Australasia
Customer Relationship Management

AI alliance aims to revolutionise digital lending in Australasia

Afterburner AI and LoanOptions.ai have joined forces to streamline digital lending for mortgage advisers across Australia and New Zealand with AI-driven solutions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Australian CISOs under strain from AI risks, burnout & attacks
Data Protection

Australian CISOs under strain from AI risks, burnout & attacks

Australian CISOs face rising cyberattacks, burnout, and AI risks, with 77% expecting attacks and 75% reporting excessive workplace pressure this year.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Giving Day delivers essential aid & raises AUD $6,340 for Victorians
Network Infrastructure

Giving Day delivers essential aid & raises AUD $6,340 for Victorians

Blue Connections IT and Dell Technologies raised AUD $6,340 and packed essential hampers and backpacks to aid Victorian families facing hardship in 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
AI scribe helps vets save time & improve care for millions of pets
Artificial Intelligence

AI scribe helps vets save time & improve care for millions of pets

Greencross Vets and AREN have introduced an AI scribe in 164 clinics, helping vets save hours weekly and improve care for millions of Australian pets.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Salesforce unveils AI tools for Australian government expansion
Digital Transformation

Salesforce unveils AI tools for Australian government expansion

Salesforce launches AI tools for public sector and expands in Canberra, enhancing digital services as Australia ranks seventh in global AI readiness.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Macquarie Bank joins network protecting 85% of banking sector
Biometrics

Macquarie Bank joins network protecting 85% of banking sector

Macquarie Bank has joined BioCatch Trust Australia, extending fraud protection coverage to over 85% of the nation's banking sector through shared intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Duco partners with Arctic Wolf to boost AI security for clients
Data Protection

Duco partners with Arctic Wolf to boost AI security for clients

Duco Limited partners with Arctic Wolf to offer Australian clients advanced AI-driven security operations, enhancing threat detection and cyber resilience.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Australians lose AUD $119 million as cyber scams surge in scale
Phishing

Australians lose AUD $119 million as cyber scams surge in scale

Australians lost AUD $119 million to cyber scams in early 2025 as attacks grow more frequent and sophisticated, urging tech and awareness measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Most Australians miss scam signs in property settlement emails
Email Security

Most Australians miss scam signs in property settlement emails

A PEXA survey found 97% of Australians in property transactions missed email scam signs during settlements, risking costly losses to cybercriminals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Jamo introduces C707PA MKII speaker in Australia at AUD $1,399
Digital Entertainment

Jamo introduces C707PA MKII speaker in Australia at AUD $1,399

Jamo launches the C707PA MKII active bookshelf speaker in Australia with Audacity as sole distributor, priced at AUD $1,399.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Samsung unveils Father's Day gift range with new smart tech
Smart Cities

Samsung unveils Father's Day gift range with new smart tech

Samsung launches a Father's Day collection featuring smartwatches, foldable phones, tablets, and audio gear with promotional pricing online in Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025