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Australia's data centre boom shifts to regional areas
Hyperscale

Australia's data centre boom shifts to regional areas

Australia's data centre market is booming, with regional sites rising fast due to AI advances and renewable energy, doubling facilities in five years.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector
EduTech

AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector

AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Survey finds AI agents pose rising security risks for firms
Supply Chain

Survey finds AI agents pose rising security risks for firms

A survey reveals 82% of organisations use AI agents, yet only 44% secure them, amid rising concerns over their growing security risks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia
Digital Entertainment

LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia

LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Australian digital video ads lead APAC in engagement, but risks remain
EduTech

Australian digital video ads lead APAC in engagement, but risks remain

Australia leads APAC with top digital video ad engagement but faces rising ad fraud and brand safety risks, says Integral Ad Science report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Zella DC unveils modular Max data centre for flexible edge IT
Platform-as-a-Service

Zella DC unveils modular Max data centre for flexible edge IT

Zella DC launches the purpose-built, 20-foot Zella Max modular data centre, boasting enhanced security, scalability, and energy-efficient cooling for flexible edge IT.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Victoria Police upgrades online crime reporting for efficiency
Digital Transformation

Victoria Police upgrades online crime reporting for efficiency

Victoria Police has upgraded its Online Crime Reporting system with Serco to boost efficiency and allow officers to focus more on emergencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Aussies slammed with hidden fees while using bank cards abroad
Fintech

Aussies slammed with hidden fees while using bank cards abroad

New research reveals 78% of Aussie travellers face hidden bank card fees abroad, with charges costing some up to AUD $4,000 annually on holidays.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
Biometrics

LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED

LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade
Unified Communications

Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade

Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Kimberly-Clark & Ofload launch electric truck for freight
Cartech

Kimberly-Clark & Ofload launch electric truck for freight

Kimberly-Clark Australia and Ofload have launched their first electric freight truck, aiming to pioneer zero-emission logistics across the country.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Decidr & eBev partner to bring AI procurement to hospitality
Hyperscale

Decidr & eBev partner to bring AI procurement to hospitality

Decidr partners with eBev to deploy AI procurement across 3,500 Australian hospitality venues, streamlining sourcing, pricing and inventory management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Ipswich council partners with Workday to modernise HR systems
Digital Transformation

Ipswich council partners with Workday to modernise HR systems

Ipswich City Council teams up with Workday and Cognizant to modernise HR systems, aiming to boost efficiency and data security for 1,500 staff.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Fortinet launches free digital safety curriculum for all schools
EduTech

Fortinet launches free digital safety curriculum for all schools

Fortinet has launched a free digital safety curriculum for all Australian schools, aiming to boost cyber resilience among students and educators nationwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Atturra to acquire DalRae for up to AUD $20 million cash
Digital Transformation

Atturra to acquire DalRae for up to AUD $20 million cash

Atturra to acquire SAP specialist DalRae Solutions for up to AUD $20 million cash, aiming to boost its capabilities in SAP consulting and implementation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims
Unified Communications

Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims

Optus teams with charity Escabags to provide free Escape Bags, including SIM cards, across Australia for domestic abuse victims seeking safety and support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform
Data Analytics

Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform

Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m seed funding to expand its digital scoring platform for action sports globally, aiming to boost events and athlete performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025