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What does the Australian Cyber Security Strategy mean for you?
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
The Australian Government's expansive Cyber Security Strategy aims to foster a resilient, inclusive digital future, securing businesses, individuals, and the national economy against escalating cyber threats.
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SMS Marketing: Balancing Benefits for Telcos While Avoiding Pitfalls
Tue, 21st May 2024
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SMS marketing offers telcos a potent tool for customer engagement, but strict Australian regulations demand meticulous compliance to avoid hefty penalties and reputational damage.
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Consumers struggle to spot AI images, call for regulation
Fri, 17th May 2024
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Consumers are struggling to identify AI-generated images and are calling for stricter regulations, according to a new study.
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Third reading of UK AI bill takes place in House of Lords
Tue, 14th May 2024
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digital transformation
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The third reading of the UK AI bill took place in the House of Lords amid questions over its readiness following the EU AI Act's passing and with the AI Safety Summit on the horizon.
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TechWorks launches AI initiative at Bletchley Park
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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ai
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government
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collaboration
UK tech industry association, TechWorks, launches new venture at Bletchley Park, TechWorks AI, aimed at governing the challenges and prospects of AI technology.
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Ozone API partners with Thistle Initiatives for PSD3 compliance readiness
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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financial institutions
Global open banking leader, Ozone API, has formed a strategic partnership with Thistle Initiatives to help financial institutions achieve compliance with the forthcoming Third Payment Services Directive (PSD3).
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Calvary applies Irish MEG digital audit tool in healthcare innovation
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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risk & compliance
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healthtech
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digitisation
Australian healthcare provider Calvary partners with Irish firm MEG to enhance regulatory compliance and quality care through a digital auditing tool, marking an innovative step towards standardisation.
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UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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New Elastic study reveals nearly all (99%) UK IT decision makers believe generative AI can drive significant organisational change, despite concerns around privacy, security and regulation.
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Japanese SMBs see AI benefits but fret over security
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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edutech
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Japanese SMBs express optimism about AI's potential to improve operational efficiency, according to Barracuda Networks.
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Report urges transparency in Australian telco regulation enforcement
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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risk & compliance
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telco
The Centre for Media Transition's latest report, commissioned by ACCAN, urges the ACMA to increase transparency around telecommunications regulation enforcement, recommending a public register of penalties.
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LG Magna e-Powertrain earns TV Rheinland's CSMS certification
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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LG Magna e-Powertrain achieves global certification for its Cyber Security Management System, cementing compliance with impending UNECE WP.29 car cybersecurity regulations.
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Half of businesses unclear on AI impact despite high investment
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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Despite 82% of businesses aggressively investing in AI, half remain unsure about its real business impact and integration roadmap, according to a report by Orgvue.
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EU parliament passes AI Act for risk-based regulation of AI
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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risk & compliance
The EU Parliament has passed the AI Act, a first-of-its-kind legislation categorising AI solutions based on risk, with some potentially facing prohibition due to system threats.
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Payments Innovation Jury highlights global payment shift
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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payment technologies
The 2024 Payments Innovation Jury report notes damaging effects of major cryptocurrency failures on global market confidence.
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EU takes lead with revolutionary Artificial Intelligence Act
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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risk & compliance
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ai
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safety
Evolving AI Act positions EU at the helm of a comprehensive framework, pioneering guidelines for worldwide AI development, setting the pace for innovation.
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AI ethics take centre stage at World Economic Forum
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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genai
AI regulation will likely vary - with some aspects being vital and others possibly being more adaptable to enable AI's massive potential fully.
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Stablecoins: Clarifying myths and highlighting superpowers
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Stablecoins, an innovative class of cryptocurrency, combine the advantages of digital security and rapid transactions, despite myths and misunderstandings.
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Fintech leaders urging stricter AI laws at recent summit
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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fintech
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quantum computing
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regulation
Fintech leaders urge UK regulators to impose stricter AI laws to foster confidence and responsible usage in financial services.
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Australians least confident in AI, reveals global Workday study
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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Australian businesses express the highest global distrust in AI technology, with 60% showing scepticism, according to a study by cloud applications provider, Workday.
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho highlights the need for more education
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho stresses the vital need for businesses to educate themselves, increase transparency and bolster data privacy practices as AI use intensifies.