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Ransomware attacks surge in Australia & New Zealand on holidays

Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand spike during holidays and weekends, exploiting reduced cybersecurity staffing to disrupt organisations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Data Protection

Netpoleon expands security portfolio with Thales & Imperva

Netpoleon enhances its cybersecurity portfolio in Australia and New Zealand by integrating Thales and Imperva solutions, boosting data and application protection.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Automation seen as key to AI success in Australia & New Zealand

Most finance and IT leaders in Australia and New Zealand see automation as crucial for successful AI, citing governance and data issues as key barriers otherwise.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Health Technologies

Australis Scientific secures USD $6m to advance smart bladder patch

Australian medtech firm Australis Scientific has raised USD $6m from Rohto Pharmaceutical to advance its smart bladder patch for treating overactive bladder and incontinence.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Virtualisation

CXANZ honours Citrix partners for excellence across Australia & NZ

CXANZ has celebrated top Citrix partners across Australia and New Zealand at its inaugural awards, recognising excellence and customer success in the Citrix ecosystem.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025

Customer Experience

Australian holiday spending soars to AUD $969 amid price rises

Australian holiday spending is set to rise 18% to AUD $969 per shopper, driven by price hikes and stress, with many using AI to aid gift buying this season.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025

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Deakin University

Beau Tydd elected ACS President to lead technology profession

Beau Tydd has been elected President of the Australian Computer Society for 2026-27, succeeding Helen McHugh to lead Australia's tech profession forward.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Physical Security

Expert breaks down Tilly Norwood, AI and copyright wars

Tilly Norwood, the world's first AI actress, sparks global debate on AI, copyright, and ownership as actors and unions push back.

By Aparna Watal • 6 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Data Protection

Cloud in 2026: Cost, control and a push for resilience

In 2026, enterprises will prioritise resilience, sovereignty and cost control in cloud computing, embracing multi-cloud and hybrid strategies for growth and security.

By Dan Wright • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Marketing Technologies

Australian B2B supply chains hampered by outdated fulfilment tech

A survey reveals 92% of Australian B2B supply chain leaders face inefficiencies from outdated fulfilment tech, impacting costs and customer service.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Australian boards push AI but lag in oversight & expertise gaps

Australian boards prioritise AI adoption but face gaps in oversight and expertise, with only 13% having directors skilled in AI amid rising cybersecurity concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Biometrics

Melbourne & Adelaide cold storage sites adopt Dematic Voice tech

A global cold storage provider is deploying Dematic Voice technology at its Melbourne and Adelaide sites to boost warehouse productivity and accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Gaming

AI-driven scams surge in Australia as shoppers lose AUD $445 each

Australians lost an average of AUD $445 each to AI-driven holiday scams, with fake sites mimicking top tech and luxury brands surging ahead of festivities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Young Australians at greatest risk as holiday cyber scams surge

Young Australians are most at risk as holiday online shopping scams surge, with Gen Z and Millennials more likely to engage in risky cyber behaviours this season.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Fintech

Intuit & SISS launch Open Banking data feeds for QuickBooks

Intuit Australia partners with SISS to launch Open Banking feeds for QuickBooks, enhancing real-time banking integration under CDR with major banks live.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

AI Security

Business leaders' mixed signals about AI use are creating workplace anxiety

Business leaders back AI in work yet feel uneasy when employees use it, sparking confusion and security risks amid widespread 'Shadow AI' use in UK offices.

By Nicky Marks • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Digital Signage

LG launches Business Cloud to unify tools & drive sustainability

LG Electronics Australia launches Business Cloud platform, unifying tools to simplify tech management and boost sustainability across sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Adactin launches AI studio to drive real-world GenAI adoption

Adactin launches AI Innovation Studio to help Australian organisations trial GenAI solutions using AWS tools, focusing on practical adoption and custom roadmaps.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025