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Exclusive: Orro's Manuel Salazar discusses shaping cyber security careers
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leadership
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orro
Manuel Salazar, Director of Cyber Services at Orro, shares insights on nurturing talent and navigating the evolving challenges of cyber security.
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FinTech Australia appoints Ross & Imam to its board
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risk & compliance
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entrepreneurship
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fintech australia
FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.
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Indosat empowers Indonesian startups on trip to Sydney
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investment
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funding
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entrepreneurship
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has hosted a SheHacks trip to Sydney, aiding five Indonesian women-led startups in connecting with global investors.
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Tech Ready Women launches Australia-wide investment program
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westpac
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entrepreneurship
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capital raising
Tech Ready Women launches its Investment Ready Program nationally, offering scholarships to 20 female startup founders to bridge funding gaps.
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Australia's Propel-AIR to boost AI & robotics innovation
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robots
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ai
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r&d
Australian innovators in AI and robotics will receive vital support with the launch of Propel-AIR, starting January 2025 to expedite development.
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Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters
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hp
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leadership
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work-life balance
Rachael Williams of HP highlights the critical need for diversity in tech leadership, urging bold action for better business outcomes and innovation.
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GitHub launches AUD $1.91m fund for open source security
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risk & compliance
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open source
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cybersecurity
The GitHub Secure Open Source Fund has launched with AUD $1.91 million to boost security in 125 open source projects, offering financial support and education.
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Northern Data selects startups for AI Accelerator programme
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genai
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ai
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ai ethics
Northern Data Group has selected five startups for its first AI Accelerator, providing access to advanced GPU technology and industry mentorship.
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Gallagher Security appoints Spencer Marshall as VP for UK
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collaboration
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leadership
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electronic security
Gallagher Security has appointed Spencer Marshall as Executive Vice President for the UK and Europe, bringing 25 years of electronic security experience.
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Dynatrace joins Her Tech Circle to boost gender equity
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dynatrace
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mentorship
Dynatrace has been appointed a National Partner by Her Tech Circle to enhance gender equity in Australia's tech sector, where women make up just 28%.
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Kyah Bell to lead new Indigenous initiative at FAC
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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entrepreneurship
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indigenous businesses
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job moves
Kyah Bell has been appointed to lead First Australians Capital’s new commercial initiative, aiming to boost Indigenous businesses through strategic investment.
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ST Engineering partners with polytechnics for AI training
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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genai
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cybersecurity
ST Engineering has partnered with Republic and Singapore Polytechnics to boost cybersecurity education for over 600 students through Generative AI training.
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Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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dei
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collaboration
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deloitte
Research reveals that companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform others, with a 25% higher likelihood of above-average profitability, enhancing innovation.
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Red Bull Basement invites NZ innovators to Tokyo finals
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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ai
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microsoft
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collaboration
Red Bull Basement invites young innovators in New Zealand to submit their start-up ideas by October 30, ahead of the global final in Tokyo this December.
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NSW partners with Afthonia Labs to boost fintech in India
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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fintech
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cybersecurity
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nsw government
The New South Wales Government has teamed up with Indian incubator Afthonia Labs to launch an accelerator for eight fintech startups entering India.
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EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore
Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
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ai models
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productivity
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customer service
EnterpriseSG and Google Cloud launch initiatives to boost AI adoption among Singaporean startups and SMEs, with benefits including USD $350,000 in credits and Gemini tools.
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crowdstrike, aws & nvidia launch cybersecurity accelerator
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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ai security
CrowdStrike, AWS, and NVIDIA team up for the second Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator, offering funding, mentorship, and up to USD $25,000 in AWS credits.
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Canberra hosts inaugural Women in Cyber Day Awards
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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women in technology
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leadership
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event
Canberra Cyber Hub and Fujitsu Cyber Security Services hosted the inaugural International Women in Cyber Day Canberra Awards, celebrating women's contributions to cyber security and promoting diversity.
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Women in Cyber: Jill Macmurchy talks resilience and diversity
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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data analytics
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ai
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cybersecurity
Jill Macmurchy, APAC Chief Customer Officer at Commvault, champions resilience, diversity, and leadership in IT, emphasising mentorship and work-life balance ahead of International Women in Cyber Day.
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Hacking gender bias in the Kiwi cybersecurity sector
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
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skills gap
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community
Despite a massive skills shortage, gender bias remains rife in New Zealand's cybersecurity sector. Women account for just 20% of the workforce.