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Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion
Unified Communications

Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion

Australian digital infrastructure provider Orro makes its first international move by acquiring New Zealand-based Liquid IT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Avarni appoints David Payne & Daniel Jarosch in key roles
Hyperscale

Avarni appoints David Payne & Daniel Jarosch in key roles

Avarni, a leading decarbonisation firm, appoints David Payne as its Chief Commercial Officer and Daniel Jarosch as board Chairman, marking a new phase of global growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Exclusive: The BlueVoyant philosophy driving success
Supply Chain

Exclusive: The BlueVoyant philosophy driving success

Exploring the efficacy of BlueVoyant's 'good, accurate and fast' philosophy: rapid growth in Australia and a reliance on AI make the cybersecurity firm a standout in the global industry.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
DataStax unveils SwiftieGPT, AI chatbot for Taylor Swift's Australian fans
Marketing Technologies

DataStax unveils SwiftieGPT, AI chatbot for Taylor Swift's Australian fans

In anticipation of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, DataStax announces SwiftieGPT, an AI chatbot offering comprehensive knowledge about Taylor Swift to her Australian fans.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Kylie Watson becomes DXC Technology's Head of Security for ANZ
Risk & Compliance

Kylie Watson becomes DXC Technology's Head of Security for ANZ

DXC Technology has chosen Kylie Watson, a seasoned cybersecurity specialist, as the Security Head for Australia and New Zealand, poised to empower their clients against intensifying cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Rippling's $11.25B bolster for Asia-Pacific with Sydney HQ opening
Data Analytics

Rippling's $11.25B bolster for Asia-Pacific with Sydney HQ opening

Rippling, the US-based workforce management giant, has launched in Australia, marking the initiation of a multi-year investment strategy in the ever-growing Asia-Pacific region.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Innovation, AI and Australia and New Zealand's digital future
DataCentre infrastructure

Innovation, AI and Australia and New Zealand's digital future

Australasian businesses showcase resilience and innovation amid global challenges, bolstered by Oracle's AI-driven digital solutions and extensive cloud-infrastructure investments.

By Stephen Bovis • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Qlik achieves Protected level IRAP status for public sector
Data Analytics

Qlik achieves Protected level IRAP status for public sector

Qlik attains Protected level assessment from Australia's IRAP, furthering its capability to aid government and regulated sectors in AI-powered DX.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Craggle introduces AI tool for easier loan refinancing
Fintech

Craggle introduces AI tool for easier loan refinancing

Craggle launches AI tool revolutionising home loan refinancing, aims to simplify the process and save Aussies millions annually.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Australian fintech investment plummets by 76% amid global downturn
Artificial Intelligence

Australian fintech investment plummets by 76% amid global downturn

Australia's fintech deal value sunk by 76% to US$587m in 2023, a six-year low, amid a worldwide investment downturn, reports KPMG's Pulse of Fintech.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Salus Ventures reaches $40m target with QIC investment boost
Quantum Computing

Salus Ventures reaches $40m target with QIC investment boost

Salus Ventures, an Australian seed-stage venture capital fund, has surpassed its $40m target, powered by a robust investment from Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC).

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Australia's digital health sector yields record-breaking economic returns
Health Technologies

Australia's digital health sector yields record-breaking economic returns

Australia's digital health investment yields $19.70 in capital, 56 jobs and AUD 4.2m in gross economic value for every AUD $1m invested, according to a landmark report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
LawCPD unveils first AI-powered learning feature for legal studies
Artificial Intelligence

LawCPD unveils first AI-powered learning feature for legal studies

LawCPD pioneers the global legal education scene with the introduction of its AI-Powered Learning Feature, the first AI tool revolutionising professional development for lawyers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Vonage to boost Southern Cross Credit Union's customer support
Unified Communications

Vonage to boost Southern Cross Credit Union's customer support

Southern Cross Credit Union (SCCU) partners with global cloud communications firm, Vonage, enhancing their customer support system in Australia by employing Vonage Fusion's UCaaS and CCaaS solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Data Zoo names former London Stock Exchange exec as new CEO
Risk & Compliance

Data Zoo names former London Stock Exchange exec as new CEO

Data Zoo, an award-winning global identity provider, has appointed former London Stock Exchange Group executive, Charlie Minutella, as its new CEO, signalling a major strategic shift.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Secure State joins archTIS program to enhance Aussie cybersecurity
Partner Programmes

Secure State joins archTIS program to enhance Aussie cybersecurity

Indigenous cybersecurity firm Secure State has become a Silver Partner in the archTIS Channel Partner Program, enhancing its security solution offerings.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
$74 billion loss risk for firms from poor customer service
Customer Experience

$74 billion loss risk for firms from poor customer service

Australian businesses face an annual financial risk of AU$74bn due to poor customer service, reveals Qualtrics' study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024