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Canadian AI startup wins NATO Innovation Hackathon
Yesterday
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Montreal-based Independent Robotics has triumphed at the NATO Innovation Hackathon, winning EUR €20,000 for its cutting-edge AI technology, AISRA.
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Slipstream Cyber expands with new Perth CBD office opening
Yesterday
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cybersecurity
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government
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interactive
Innovation Minister Stephen Dawson has inaugurated Slipstream Cyber's new office in Perth's CBD, marking a significant expansion for the cybersecurity firm.
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User-governed AI will help CFOs take the lead
Last week
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digital transformation
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A new wave of user-governed AI is emerging in finance, allowing CFOs to enhance oversight and control while streamlining processes and improving accuracy.
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23andMe bankruptcy raises concerns for genetic data safety
Last week
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physical security
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data privacy
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identity theft
Consumer genomics company 23andMe's bankruptcy has raised serious concerns over the security of sensitive genetic data for its 15 million customers.
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Victor Szczerba assumes CCO role at Pathway post funding
Last week
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data analytics
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partner programmes
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sap
Victor Szczerba has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Pathway, following its USD $10 million funding, to enhance its Live AI technology and strategies.
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Concerns over genetic data security as 23andMe bankrupts
Last week
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Concerns escalate over 23andMe's bankruptcy as experts warn millions of users' sensitive genetic data may be at risk amid potential asset sales.
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Equinix launches SGD $500m green bond in Singapore debut
Last month
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hyperscale
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dc
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Equinix has successfully issued SGD $500 million in green bonds in Singapore, marking a significant move towards sustainability as it supports energy-efficient projects.
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Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.
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Remote launches AI tool to streamline global recruitment
Last month
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hcm
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recruitment
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job advertising
Remote has unveiled Recruit, an AI-driven hiring solution designed to streamline global talent acquisition and tackle the growing challenges in recruiting.
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IWD 2025: The Untapped Power: How Women Will Catalyse Innovation in AI
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With women making up less than 30% of the AI workforce, their involvement is critical to driving innovation and tackling bias in technology.
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The role of women leaders in shaping the next generation
Last month
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fintech
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gender diversity
As fintech grapples with a lack of female leaders, industry experts argue that diversity is crucial for innovation and long-term success in this competitive market.
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Australian businesses redefined under procurement reforms
Last month
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supply chain & logistics
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australian government
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logistics
The Sovereign Australian Prime Alliance has welcomed new reforms defining an Australian business for procurement as one with over 50% Aussie ownership.
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IWD 2025: Winning Against All Odds: Defying the Broken Rung
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, a powerful Nike ad highlights the ongoing challenge of the 'broken rung,' urging women to defy expectations and persist.
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Accelerating Action: Defending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in a Post-DEI World
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dei
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sustainability
As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion faces unprecedented challenges that threaten hard-won gains.
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Bad AI, good AI: harnessing AI for a stronger security posture
Last month
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malware
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data protection
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cloud security
AI's dual impact on security is stark; while cybercriminals leverage its power to craft sophisticated attacks, security teams harness its potential to enhance threat detection.
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Tech firms urge reform in public sector procurement focus
Last month
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paper
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public sector
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transparency
A coalition of tech firms urges reform in public sector procurement, challenging the excessive focus on cost that undermines service quality and value.
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SimCare AI raises USD $2m to enhance training platform
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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ai
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healthtech
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telehealth
SimCare AI has secured USD $2 million in seed funding to enhance its innovative AI-based healthcare simulation platform aimed at revolutionising clinical training.
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Ransomware attacks reach record levels in January 2025
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.
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AI guardrails - the essential reflection of a company’s standards, policies and core values
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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ai
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financial institutions
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globalisation
As the EU's AI Act takes effect in 2026, companies face the challenge of divergent AI regulations across borders, prompting the need for robust compliance guardrails.
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Pexapark acquires RenewaFi, enters US renewables market
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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power / energy
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cleantech
Pexapark has made its foray into the US market by acquiring RenewaFi, a Texas platform that enhances renewable energy pricing intelligence and efficiency.