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AI disruption leads as Quantum Computing gains momentum in ANZ
Digital Transformation

AI disruption leads as Quantum Computing gains momentum in ANZ

Artificial Intelligence (AI) remains at the forefront of disruption, with a promising surge in Quantum Computing anticipated in Australia and New Zealand, according to research by global IT firm HCLTech.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Kyocera Australia becomes second Platinum Partner of WatchGuard Technologies
Firewalls

Kyocera Australia becomes second Platinum Partner of WatchGuard Technologies

WatchGuard Technologies bolsters global partnership with Kyocera by designating Kyocera Australia as its second Platinum Partner, aiming to enhance customer security and digital services in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Netstar & HERE extend partnership for improved asset tracking
Digital Transformation

Netstar & HERE extend partnership for improved asset tracking

Tech giants HERE Technologies and Netstar enhance strategic alliance, accelerating efficiency in asset management and navigation for commercial and heavy vehicles across the Australia-Asia-Pacific region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
ASUS ROG Phone 8 series debuts in Australia & New Zealand
Gaming

ASUS ROG Phone 8 series debuts in Australia & New Zealand

ASUS unveils the all-new, redesigned ROG Phone 8 series in Australia and New Zealand that aims to redefine mobile gaming, boasting enhanced AI-powered features, high-performance components, and a design that combines sophistication and power.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Australian platform Marmalade raises AU$16m to support SMB financial health
Fintech

Australian platform Marmalade raises AU$16m to support SMB financial health

Australian fintech Marmalade secures AU$16m to bolster its invoice payment solution for SMEs, aiming at mitigating cashflow issues and providing risk-free capital.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
AI-driven job evolution prompts workforce adaptation in Australia
Recruitment

AI-driven job evolution prompts workforce adaptation in Australia

Alteryx's research reveals an impending AI-driven transformation of labour market roles in Australia, showing a clash between current hiring priorities and necessary skills.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
AIA & SAS team up to address Australia's data skills gap
SAS

AIA & SAS team up to address Australia's data skills gap

AIA and SAS form strategic partnership to curtail Australia's data skills deficit, using SAS's data, AI, and analytics tools to prepare future leaders in analytics and business transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Swoop Holdings welcomes Declan O'Callaghan as new COO
Unified Communications

Swoop Holdings welcomes Declan O'Callaghan as new COO

Telecoms firm Swoop Holdings announces Declan O'Callaghan, seasoned industry leader, as its new Chief Operating Officer, following a highly successful H1 FY24.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
AI could boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%
Hyperscale

AI could boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%

New AWS research highlights potential for AI proficiency to boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%, with IT and business sectors standing to gain the most.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Stake upgrades web platform with advanced investing tools
Wall Street

Stake upgrades web platform with advanced investing tools

Australian investment platform Stake has launched a new web platform with enhanced features. This platform provides investors with more sophisticated tools to manage their portfolios and make informed decisions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Australian brands risk $74bn over poor out-of-hours service
Unified Communications

Australian brands risk $74bn over poor out-of-hours service

Australian businesses could lose $74bn due to poor out-of-hours customer service, according to a study by Qualtrics, citing growing consumer frustration with inadequate after-hours support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Australian traditional PC market shrinks by nearly 10% in 2023
PC Hardware

Australian traditional PC market shrinks by nearly 10% in 2023

A steep 9.8% contraction hit Australia's traditional PC market in 2023, amid inflation-related woes, impacting notably desktops and notebooks, IDC report reveals.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Australia's smartphone market dips 6%, Apple & Google dominate
Lenovo

Australia's smartphone market dips 6%, Apple & Google dominate

Amid a 6% YoY dip in Australia's smartphone market, Apple and Google's new releases drive a QoQ rise of 14.2%, while the average selling price experiences a 7.1% surge.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Victoria lags behind in tech workforce growth, risks AI challenges
Robotics

Victoria lags behind in tech workforce growth, risks AI challenges

Despite a 2.8% rise in employment, Victoria lags behind in tech workforce expansion compared to the national growth of 6.7%.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Elaine Stead joins Australian fund Main Sequence for deep tech investments
Health Technologies

Elaine Stead joins Australian fund Main Sequence for deep tech investments

Prominent investor Elaine Stead joins Australian deep tech fund Main Sequence, significantly bolstering its capabilities to transform research into solutions for global challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Confluent Cloud achieves 'Protected' level under Aussie IRAP assessment
Hyperscale

Confluent Cloud achieves 'Protected' level under Aussie IRAP assessment

Data streaming firm Confluent's cloud service has achieved the 'Protected' level ranking under Australia's IRAP, bolstering data security and compliance for government agency users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Australia's information security spending forecast to exceed AUD $7.3bn in 2024
Data Protection

Australia's information security spending forecast to exceed AUD $7.3bn in 2024

Australia's spending on information security, spurred by increased cyberattacks and regulatory obligations, is expected to surge by 11.5%, with cloud security seeing the biggest growth, hitting AU$7.3bn in 2024, according to Gartner.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024