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Upcover unveils dedicated fintech insurance vertical in Australia
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Upcover launches a dedicated fintech insurance vertical in Australia, offering tailored policies and faster digital solutions to support fintech firms' growth.
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FireMon unveils 2024 Ignite Partner Award winners worldwide
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FireMon has revealed winners of its 2024 Ignite Partner Awards, honouring global leaders in cybersecurity policy management across hybrid enterprise environments.
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.
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EU banks brace for lost interest earnings as SEPA Instant looms
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Nearly half of European banks expect to lose millions in interest due to new liquidity rules under SEPA Instant Payments Regulation by October 2025.
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FireMon recruits four Skybox sales leaders for expansion
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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FireMon has strengthened its global team by recruiting four former Skybox Security sales leaders to boost its network security policy management worldwide.
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UK designers oppose government's AI copyright proposal
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Concerns are mounting as nearly 30 leading designers urge the UK government to reconsider plans allowing AI companies to exploit copyrighted works without consent.
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Organisations question CISO liability policy effectiveness
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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A Fastly study reveals 93% of organisations have updated policies to protect CISOs from personal liability, though effectiveness remains unclear.
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UK faces critical AI skills gap as firms struggle to adapt
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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A recent study by Gigged.AI reveals a critical AI skills gap in the UK, warning that government policies hinder recruitment essential for future growth.
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EU urged to boost semiconductor & GPU stocks by 2025
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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As US export limits on GPUs ignite concern, EU leaders are urged to bolster their semiconductor industry for AI growth by 2025, believes LIAN Group co-founder.
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FloQast achieves ISO 42001 certification for AI systems
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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FloQast has achieved ISO 42001 certification, joining a select group of firms committed to ethical AI governance and robust management systems.
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FireMon study reveals trend towards AI in cybersecurity
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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A recent IDC report reveals the growing significance of automation and AI in firewall policy management, predicting a $15.3 billion market by 2028.
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PanIIT summit 2025 concludes with over 3,500 delegates
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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The PanIIT World of Technology Summit 2025 in Mumbai attracted over 3,500 delegates, focusing on digital transformation and innovation across industries.
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YCK Laneways adopts SafeSpace platform for 16 venues
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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YCK Laneways has launched the SafeSpace@elevate platform across 16 Sydney venues to enhance safety and support in hospitality workplaces.
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Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Human-rights charity Sex Matters warns that inaccuracies in UK government records about sex could jeopardise the Data Use and Access Bill's integrity.
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Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.
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Cloud technology key to solving insurance industry issues
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Cloud technology is revolutionising the insurance sector, with nearly 77% of Australian brokers feeling unprepared to boost productivity, warns JAVLN.
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DAS launches geospatial crop insurance solution in Australia
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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DAS has launched a geospatial crop insurance solution in Australia, tackling a USD $113 billion crop protection gap and enhancing policy accuracy.
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AI drives productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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AI is boosting productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand, reveals new research by AI Forum NZ, Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.
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Katie Wilson appointed new Head of Policy at FinTech Australia
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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FinTech Australia appoints former Meta exec Katie Wilson as its new Head of Policy, aiming to bolster industry relations and shape key fintech regulations.
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Why your AI policy must fit the needs of your company
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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As AI technology permeates workplaces, businesses must tailor AI policies to their unique needs, ensuring compliance with emerging laws and ethical standards.