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MMS Group Indonesia adopts Workday HCM for growth boost
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digital transformation
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hcm
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cleantech
MMS Group Indonesia is set to digitally transform its workforce by implementing Workday Human Capital Management, aiming to double its team in the coming year.
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Siemens to acquire Altair Engineering for USD $10 billion
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
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data science
Siemens has reached an agreement to acquire Altair Engineering for an enterprise value of approximately USD $10 billion, enhancing its industrial software capabilities.
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Enhancing safety & efficiency for Australian utility workers
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uc
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healthtech
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telco
In Australia, real-time mobile solutions are transforming safety and efficiency for field workers in the energy sector, which faces a serious operational risk challenge.
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Macrium launches Reflect X, advancing backup technology
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data protection
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dr
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open source
Macrium has unveiled Reflect X, a cutting-edge backup solution boasting doubled recovery speeds and native support for ARM devices, enhancing operational resilience.
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Orro launches infrastructure services for Australia & NZ
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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cybersecurity
Orro has launched a new division, Orro Critical Infrastructure, to enhance Operational Technology services for critical infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand.
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Dodo partners with Gentrack for advanced billing system
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uc
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data analytics
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hyperscale
Vocus Group partners with Gentrack to launch a modern billing system for Dodo Power & Gas, enhancing operational efficiency in the Australian energy sector.
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West London tech sector threatened by power shortages
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Power shortages risk stalling West London's tech boom, warns Aggreko. Energy solutions like battery storage and advanced generators are critical for new data centre projects.
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Halliburton cyberattack highlights critical infrastructure vulnerability
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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dr
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Halliburton's recent cyberattack underscores the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity in the energy sector, stressing proactive measures and robust recovery plans.
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Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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encryption
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cybersecurity
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utilities
Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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SMA Australia appoints John Alexander as VP of Large Scale
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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renewable energy
SMA Australia has named John Alexander as Vice President of Large Scale. With 35 years in the energy sector, he aims to enhance market presence through advanced grid-forming inverters.
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AIOps could save energy sector millions says New Relic report
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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aiops
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cloud services
Energy sector outages are costing over USD $34 million annually, reveals a New Relic report. Enhanced observability and AIOps adoption are key strategies for mitigation.
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97% of UK FTSE 100 firms hit by third-party cyber breaches
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
A SecurityScorecard report reveals 97% of the UK's FTSE 100 firms faced third-party breaches last year, stressing urgent supply chain cybersecurity enhancements.
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An untold story about Nuclear Power in Australia
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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renewable energy
Nuclear power's promise of 24/7 reliability faces unexpected challenges in Australia’s future grid, clashing with the dominance of rooftop solar.
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Niall Hannigan appointed CFO at Princeton Digital Group
Fri, 17th May 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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kpmg
Princeton Digital Group (PDG) has appointed Niall Hannigan as Group CFO, effective 3rd June 2024, to bolster the company's global growth in the digital economy.
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What Artificial Intelligence means for Your KiwiSaver account
Thu, 16th May 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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data privacy
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ai
AI could revolutionise KiwiSaver accounts by providing real-time data insights, optimising investments, and driving wealth creation for 3.25+ million investors.
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Africa serves as testing ground for nation-state cyber warfare, says Performanta
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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cybersecurity
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raas
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energy sector
African nations are becoming testing grounds for sophisticated ransomware attacks, becoming primary targets before developed nations, according to cybersecurity firm Performanta.
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Aiven tackles carbon emissions in tech ahead of World Earth Day
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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australian government
Aiven commits to sustainable operations in the tech sector, highlighting the urgent need for carbon emissions reduction in light of equivalent pollution levels to the aviation industry.
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Rising foreign interference exploits insider threats, says DTEX report
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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collaboration
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public sector
DTEX Systems' report warns that nation state actors are increasingly exploiting insider threats, escalating their interference and intellectual property theft. The issue necessitates urgent attention for enhancing defensive resilience of entities.
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Neat appoints Jason MacBride as its Oceania Regional Director
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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edutech
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hybrid & remote work
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collaboration
Neat appoints Jason MacBride as their new Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand, placing him at the helm of the company's growth strategy across the Oceania region.
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Salient Predictions unveils upgraded model for weather risk management
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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power / energy
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risk & compliance
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insurance
Salient Predictions introduces an upgraded model aimed at transforming risk management in key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and insurance, offering advanced foresight for weather-related disasters.