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Traveloka sees 127% surge in searches after festival
Travel

Traveloka sees 127% surge in searches after festival

Following its 10.10 Travel Fest campaign, Traveloka has experienced a 127% surge in travel searches, signalling a boost in travel planning across Southeast Asia and Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
Vanta expands APAC presence with new Sydney data centre
Hyperscale

Vanta expands APAC presence with new Sydney data centre

Vanta has launched a new data centre in Sydney, enhancing support for local compliance as Australia introduces its first Cyber Security Act.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Orca Security expands into ANZ with Wavelink partnership
Cloud Security

Orca Security expands into ANZ with Wavelink partnership

Orca Security is expanding into Australia and New Zealand, partnering with Wavelink and relocating co-founder Avi Shua to bolster cloud security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
AI drives growth in global data centre construction costs
Supply Chain

AI drives growth in global data centre construction costs

Turner & Townsend has unveiled its eighth Data Centre Cost Index, detailing construction costs across 50 markets and highlighting AI's growing influence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks

A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks
EduTech

Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Datacom launches secure Enterprise AI Assistant tool
Data Privacy

Datacom launches secure Enterprise AI Assistant tool

Datacom has unveiled its Enterprise AI Assistant to help businesses leverage AI while ensuring the security of their organisational data.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Australia's tech workforce surpasses one million in 2024
Australian Computer Society

Australia's tech workforce surpasses one million in 2024

Australia's tech workforce has exceeded one million in 2024, a 60% increase since 2014, highlighting the need for 1.3 million workers by 2030.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
Enhancing safety & efficiency for Australian utility workers
Unified Communications

Enhancing safety & efficiency for Australian utility workers

In Australia, real-time mobile solutions are transforming safety and efficiency for field workers in the energy sector, which faces a serious operational risk challenge.

By Vincent Parry • 5 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
Fujitsu launches dedicated AWS cloud practice in Australia
Digital Transformation

Fujitsu launches dedicated AWS cloud practice in Australia

Fujitsu has launched a dedicated AWS practice in Australia to provide comprehensive cloud solutions as the local market nears AUD $38.1 billion by 2027.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Chipotle invests in AI supply chain firm Lumachain
Data Analytics

Chipotle invests in AI supply chain firm Lumachain

Lumachain, an AI supply chain platform from Sydney, secures a minority investment from Chipotle's USD $100 million Cultivate Next fund to enhance food supply transparency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
3G shutdown in Australia: Real consequences or overblown concerns?
Internet of Things

3G shutdown in Australia: Real consequences or overblown concerns?

As Australia delays its 3G network shutdown, debates arise over whether concerns about the switch-off are justified or exaggerated amid the transition.

By Dr Mohamed Nadder Hamdy • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Australian midmarket firms prioritise generative AI adoption
Data Analytics

Australian midmarket firms prioritise generative AI adoption

A recent SAP study reveals that 90% of Australian midmarket businesses prioritise generative AI adoption amid ongoing operational challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
AI and automation: An untapped opportunity for software developers
Large Language Models

AI and automation: An untapped opportunity for software developers

Australia is emerging as a software development powerhouse, harnessing AI and automation to streamline processes and address the talent shortage.

By Yelena Galstian • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
NBN Co achieves 8.7 Gbps speeds in HFC field trial
Unified Communications

NBN Co achieves 8.7 Gbps speeds in HFC field trial

NBN Co has achieved a major milestone by demonstrating multi-gigabit speeds of 8.7 Gbps in a trial on its HFC network, boosting Australia's digital future.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call
Data Privacy

Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call

Rising anxiety among Australia's schoolchildren highlights urgent need for enhanced mental health support, with one in seven affected yet many not seeking help.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Bridging the digital divide: The future of Australian healthcare
Digital Transformation

Bridging the digital divide: The future of Australian healthcare

Australia's healthcare system faces unprecedented demands, with a SOTI report emphasising urgent tech upgrades to enhance patient care and efficiency.

By Michael Dyson • 5 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
J.P. Morgan partners with Quest to enhance Aussie payments
Fintech

J.P. Morgan partners with Quest to enhance Aussie payments

J.P. Morgan has teamed up with Melbourne's Quest Payment Systems to enhance retail payments in Australia, promising streamlined transactions and improved customer experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024