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Milestone Systems expands APAC presence with new experience centre
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Milestone Systems has launched its most interactive Experience Centre in Melbourne’s Mulgrave, boosting its APAC presence with cutting-edge video tech solutions.
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ColorTokens targets 40% growth in APAC with new leadership team
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ColorTokens targets 40% growth in APAC by bolstering its partner-driven programme and appointing new leadership, citing rising cyber-attack concerns in the region.
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UK AI startups outside London secure higher average funding
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New data from the University of Oxford and OpenOcean challenges London's dominance in AI startup funding, revealing higher average funds per startup in South West England.
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Taking the lead: Why digital transformation should be finance first
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Kickstarting your digital transformation with finance can yield quick, measurable gains. Mid-sized enterprises are urged to prioritise this back-office function to boost efficiency and strategic planning amidst economic uncertainties.
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Australian businesses set to boost AI investment by 67% this year
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Australian businesses are ramping up AI spending by 67% this year, driven by BSI’s findings that highlight the need for investment, training, and ethical standards to stay competitive globally.
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From cybersecurity, to personalisation and AI: How are retailers investing in new FY?
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Retailers are gearing up for the new financial year with increased investments in cyber security, personalisation, and artificial intelligence to boost growth.
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Thailand set to gain from supply chain shift, says JLL expert
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Thailand is set to capitalise on shifting supply chains over the next decade, with JLL highlighting the country's growth in manufacturing investment opportunities.
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StorMagic secures Palatine funding to drive expansion & innovation
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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StorMagic secures investment from Palatine Growth Credit Fund, aiming to boost growth with its new SvHCI product, offering a cost-effective alternative to VMware.
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O-RAN investment to hit $11 billion by 2029, study finds
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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A Juniper Research study predicts operator investment in Open Radio Access Networks will hit USD $11 billion by 2029, up from USD $2 billion in 2024.
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Logicalis expands APAC operations with new Malaysia office opening
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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Logicalis has inaugurated its Malaysia office, uniting regional teams and enhancing services in APAC, including a new SOC for advanced threat detection and response.
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30% of GenAI projects to be abandoned by 2025 says Gartner
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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At least 30% of generative AI (GenAI) projects will be abandoned after proof of concept by the end of 2025, due to poor data quality, inadequate risk controls.
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UK IT leaders feeling less secure despite cybersecurity investments
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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Despite rising cybersecurity investments, a new Appsbroker CTS survey reveals a growing sense of insecurity among UK's IT leaders, with 87% losing sleep over cyber risks.
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Report highlights obstacles to AI adoption in Australia
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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V2 Digital's first State of AI in Australia report highlights early stages of AI adoption, barriers, and potential for business growth, with only 21% showing AI maturity.
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New Zealand unveils AI blueprint aiming for global leadership by 2030
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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New Zealand's AI Forum unveils a detailed AI Blueprint for Aotearoa, aiming to make the country a leading hub for responsible AI innovation by 2030.
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CrowdStrike's major IT outage prompts call for infrastructure investment
Sat, 27th Jul 2024
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An IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike halted 8.5 million Windows PCs, disrupting airlines and the NHS; a fix and reboot are now advised.
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Generative AI deployment surges as firms drive innovation
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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Organisations are significantly boosting their generative AI investments, with nearly a quarter now integrating the technology, up from 6% in 2023.
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DeepL reveals next-gen language model for superior translations
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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DeepL unveils an advanced language model for superior translations and editing, setting new industry standards and offering businesses unmatched efficiency.
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Konica Minolta report reveals 2024 Australian IT trends
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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data protection
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Konica Minolta Australia's 2024 IT trends report has revealed that 68% of C-suite execs focus on operational efficiency.
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Endor Labs secures strategic investment from Citi Ventures
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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Endor Labs secures strategic investment from Citi Ventures, boosting its mission to protect software supply chains for major financial institutions.
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King's Speech on AI & cybersecurity sparks mixed reactions
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
The King's Speech has sparked debate on cybersecurity and AI, with industry leaders urging a stronger focus on healthcare security and AI regulations.