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Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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data science
As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.
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CoachHub launches AIMY, an AI-driven bespoke coach

Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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data protection
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personalisation
CoachHub has unveiled AIMYTM, an AI coaching platform aimed at enhancing workforce performance and development while democratising access to coaching.
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Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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education, learning & training
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outsourcing
A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.
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Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.
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EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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clean technologies
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microsoft
EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
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Sysdig unveils Stratoshark for cloud network analysis

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Sysdig has unveiled Stratoshark, an open-source tool that empowers network analysts to extend their Wireshark expertise to cloud environments.
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SMEs ditch hybrid work, cite rising costs as top concern

Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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skills shortage
Over half of New Zealand's SMEs have returned to office-based work amid cost concerns, while globally, businesses turn to flexible hours and upskilling.
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Aussie startup transforms recruitment amidst layoffs

Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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recruitment
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skills shortage
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employment
With top tech talent open for opportunities, securing the best candidate for the job will rely more heavily on personal connections and industry expertise.
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Autodesk launches training provider programme in Australia

Tue, 18th Oct 2022
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partner programmes
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autodesk
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construction
The Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors' Association of Australia is the first organisation outside of North America to join the programme.
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Workforce shortage impacting cybersecurity posture

Fri, 3rd Jun 2022
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cybersecurity
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85% of organizations believe workforce shortage is impacting cybersecurity, according to new research by Trellix.
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Globalization Partners launches global recruitment platform

Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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hcm
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software
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recruitment
The platform will leverage the company's recruitment partner network in an effort to provide organisations with a global talent pool.
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Gartner: eCommerce will soon be the most important sales channel

Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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e-commerce
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skills shortage
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financial results
eCommerce will be essential for organisations in the near future, with 86% of marketing leaders agreeing on its importance, according to Gartner.
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The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies

Thu, 30th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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government
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netsafe
From government agencies to public initiatives, here's an inside look at who protects New Zealand's digital landscape from cyber threats.
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Goanna Solutions brings AWS re/Start programme to Australia

Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud services
Goanna Solutions, along with AWS, introduces the AWS re/Start programme to Australia, offering cloud tech training to unemployed and underemployed individuals.
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Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults

Fri, 31st Aug 2018
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blockchain
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data privacy
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ai
Digital Suitcase is an online platform that teaches everyday adults digital knowledge that they need to thrive in the digital world.
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Open for opportunity: What's driving security pros to consider another job

Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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socs
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network monitoring
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skills shortage
Only 15% of employees say they have no plans to switch jobs this year; 14% plan to look for a new role and 70% are open to new opportunities.
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Hiring new grads in a tight labour market

Tue, 1st Jul 2008
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edutech
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tertiary education
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Unemployment levels in New Zealand are at a historic low, with the shortage of skilled workers in the ICT industry particularly acute.