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King's Speech on AI & cybersecurity sparks mixed reactions
Supply Chain

King's Speech on AI & cybersecurity sparks mixed reactions

The King's Speech has sparked debate on cybersecurity and AI, with industry leaders urging a stronger focus on healthcare security and AI regulations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director
Unified Communications

Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director

Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director, bringing 25 years of IT sales expertise to drive growth from their new Manchester office.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
Labour landslide win prompts urgent digital transformation push
Digital Transformation

Labour landslide win prompts urgent digital transformation push

The Labour Party's landslide victory heralds a seismic shift in UK politics, with significant implications for the tech industry and digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Insight Enterprises acquires New World Tech for digital boost
Digital Transformation

Insight Enterprises acquires New World Tech for digital boost

Insight Enterprises acquires New World Tech, aiming to boost digital transformation expertise in public and private sectors with strategic consulting and cutting-edge solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024

Global Stories

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Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks
Mobile Device Management

Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks

Verizon's 2024 Mobile Security Index highlights a surge in mobile device risks with 85% reporting increased threats; critical infrastructure and IoT devices are most vulnerable.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Fastly partners with Nueva to enhance cybersecurity in Australia
Firewalls

Fastly partners with Nueva to enhance cybersecurity in Australia

Fastly appoints Nueva as its first managed security partner in Australia, aiming to enhance web protection for public and private sectors with high-performance solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Snom Technology partners with Cal4Care for APAC expansion
Public Sector

Snom Technology partners with Cal4Care for APAC expansion

Snom Technology collaborates with Cal4Care Group to expand its VoIP market reach in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, eyeing rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach
Fusion5

Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach

Acquiring IntegrationWorks will add 80 integration consultants to Fusion5's team and expand its reach across Australia and the UK.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
NCS unveils AI & digital resilience solutions with key partners
Network Infrastructure

NCS unveils AI & digital resilience solutions with key partners

NCS unveils AI and digital resilience solutions at its Impact forum, partnering with AWS and Dell to boost AI adoption across APAC, emphasising cybersecurity and data governance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability
Phishing

Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in OpenSSH affecting almost all Linux systems, further accentuating the rise of security vulnerabilities for every industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Gallagher boosts training team with new instructional designers
eLearning

Gallagher boosts training team with new instructional designers

Gallagher Security strengthens its training division with the appointment of James Robinson and Toni Fisher, aiming to elevate user engagement and competence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Report highlights obstacles to AI adoption in Australia
Government

Report highlights obstacles to AI adoption in Australia

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Victorian OPP launches Amicus system to boost efficiency
Digital Transformation

Victorian OPP launches Amicus system to boost efficiency

Victoria's Office of Public Prosecutions has launched 'Amicus', a new AI-driven system on Appian to streamline prosecutorial processes.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification
Cybersecurity

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification

Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
OPSWAT opens new Tokyo office & CIP lab to boost security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

OPSWAT opens new Tokyo office & CIP lab to boost security

OPSWAT has unveiled a new office and CIP lab in Tokyo to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to local security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
Central government keeping local councils down
Taxation

Central government keeping local councils down

Homeowners face average rates rises of 15% as ministers sidestep calls to give councils more funding powers and local autonomy.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Greater Shepparton to adopt Schneider Electric's service model
Power / Energy

Greater Shepparton to adopt Schneider Electric's service model

Greater Shepparton City Council partners with Schneider Electric to transition from CAPEX to a managed service model, ensuring cost-efficient and continuous power supply.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024