Australia (Australian) stories - Page 2
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xAmplify wins ANAO contract worth over AUD $7 million
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xAmplify clinches a three-year AUD $7 million contract as the Australian National Audit Office's primary IT Managed Services Provider, marking a major public sector win.
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Fortinet partners with Police Veterans Victoria for cybersecurity training
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firewalls
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it training
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breach prevention
Fortinet partners with Police Veterans Victoria to offer free cybersecurity training, aiding veterans' transition to civilian careers and addressing the global skills gap.
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Tenable finds only 3% of vulnerabilities pose significant risks
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
New research from Tenable finds that just 3% of vulnerabilities pose significant cybersecurity risks, urging firms to sharpen focus on key threats.
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SAP honours top innovators at 2024 Best Run Awards in ANZ
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hcm
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sap
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pwc
SAP has honoured top innovators across Australia and New Zealand in the 2024 Best Run Awards, spotlighting trailblazing companies like Telstra, BHP, and PWC.
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Gallagher Security touts vertically integrated manufacturing model
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Gallagher Security's vertically integrated model ensures swift global distribution and unparalleled quality control, exemplified by their pandemic adaptability.
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ACI Worldwide appoints Trent Gunthorpe as Head of Pacific
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personal computing devices
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samsung
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apple
ACI Worldwide has named Trent Gunthorpe as the new Head of Pacific, aiming to lead digital payments transformation and drive growth across 15 nations in the region.
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Tackling the gender gap in cybersecurity: Advancing women's participation and leadership
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ai
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zscaler
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leadership
On International Women in Cyber Day, initiatives aim to address the gender gap in cybersecurity, advocating for more women in leadership roles to drive diversity and innovation.
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International Women in Cyber Day highlights diversity challenges
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jobs
International Women in Cyber Day highlights the vital role of diversity in cybersecurity. Companies like Transmit Security and CMTG lead efforts to include more women in the field.
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Hilton named top hospitality workplace in Asia for eighth year
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japan
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vietnam
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recruitment
Hilton has been named Asia's top-ranking hospitality workplace for the eighth year by Great Place to Work, taking 2nd place among the top 100 multinationals.
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Datacom named strategic partner for Windows 11 in ANZ region
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personal computing devices
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hp
Datacom has become a Strategic Refresh Initiative partner for Windows 11 in Australia and New Zealand, aiding businesses in the crucial migration ahead of Windows 10's end of support in 2025.
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What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?
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ai
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learning
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collaboration
Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.
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FOMO driving AI investment among Australian IT leaders
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Australian IT leaders exhibit high trust in AI but are investing less, with an average spend of $1.09 million, amid fears of falling behind.
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Women's underrepresentation in Australian cybersecurity persists
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cybersecurity
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leadership
Despite rapid growth, Australia's cybersecurity sector faces significant gender disparity, especially in leadership. Experts advocate for education, mentorship, and policy changes to address underutilised female talent.
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Middlebank forms strategic alliance with Freterium in TMS deal
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iot
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customer service
Middlebank Consulting Group partners with Freterium to offer advanced cloud-based Transportation Management System in Australia and New Zealand, targeting efficiency and cost reductions.
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Databricks & Queensland unveil data & AI academy initiative
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it training
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Databricks and Queensland Government announce new Data and AI Academy, aiming to enhance skills of over 100 public sector employees in data analytics and AI.
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Xiaomi launches POCO F6 series in Australia with advanced features
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smartphones
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branding
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features
Xiaomi launches POCO F6 Series in Australia, targeting budget-conscious tech enthusiasts with flagship performance; prices start at AUD $699.
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Segway-Ninebot to open first standalone store in Parramatta
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nsw
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australian
Segway-Ninebot is opening a new store in Parramatta on 31 August, offering discounts on its kick scooters to celebrate. This is its first standalone outlet in New South Wales.
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McAfee launches Australia’s first AI Deepfake Detector on Lenovo
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email security
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casb
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data privacy
McAfee launches Australia's first AI-powered Deepfake Detector on select Lenovo PCs, aiming to curb scams and misinformation for worried Australians.
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Australia's tech sector grapples with severe skills shortages
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productivity
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japan
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nz
Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.
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LMNTRIX recognised in Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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singapore
Sydney-based cybersecurity firm LMNTRIX joins Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide, ranking among the top 20 vendors globally and standing out as the only Australian-founded, privately-held company in this cohort.