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Village Roadshow upgrades to Microsoft Teams telephony
Unified Communications

Village Roadshow upgrades to Microsoft Teams telephony

Village Roadshow has upgraded its communications infrastructure by adopting Microsoft Teams Phone, enhancing efficiency across its 32 Australian cinema sites.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

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ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills

ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Cloud Security Alliance unveils new AI governance report
Cloud Security

Cloud Security Alliance unveils new AI governance report

The Cloud Security Alliance has released a pivotal report on AI governance, guiding organisations on the responsible adoption of AI technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Asia leads in AI but faces data quality & security issues
Storage

Asia leads in AI but faces data quality & security issues

A new study by Hitachi Vantara reveals Asia is at the forefront of AI adoption, but data quality and security issues threaten its ongoing progress.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam
Malware

Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam

Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
How to build a standardised software development platform
Unified Communications

How to build a standardised software development platform

A GitLab study reveals 65% of Australian businesses are speeding up software delivery, but fragmentation in tools poses risks—standardisation is key to efficiency.

By Craig Nielsen • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Phishing

IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules

A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Top IT trends for 2025: Evolving innovations and opportunities
Hybrid Cloud

Top IT trends for 2025: Evolving innovations and opportunities

As the IT landscape evolves rapidly, 2025 will see AI, sustainability, and cybersecurity become vital for businesses to remain competitive and compliant.

By BPC Commercial • 7 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region
Firewalls

Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region

In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
The Future of Carbon Accounting: GHG Emissions Scopes in Mission-Critical Power
Marketing Technologies

The Future of Carbon Accounting: GHG Emissions Scopes in Mission-Critical Power

With the rise of greenhouse gases alarming international bodies, the importance of detailed carbon accounting and emissions reporting grows ever more critical.

By Louis Liu • 11 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
HP partners with Cambridge for EdTech education fellowship
Unified Communications

HP partners with Cambridge for EdTech education fellowship

HP and Cambridge University Press & Assessment have selected 24 European and Central Asian education leaders for their EdTech Fellowship to enhance technology in education.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Commerce Team & Block & Tam form strategic partnership
Marketing Technologies

Commerce Team & Block & Tam form strategic partnership

The Commerce Team Global and Block and Tam have formed a strategic partnership to enhance online growth for retailers, merging ecommerce and digital marketing expertise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Data Privacy Day highlights urgent need for new strategies
Data Protection

Data Privacy Day highlights urgent need for new strategies

As Data Privacy Day unfolds, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to strengthen data protection strategies amid rising cyber threats and evolving regulations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
India faces rising cyber threats amid digital transformation
Firewalls

India faces rising cyber threats amid digital transformation

India's rapid digital growth boosts economy but increases cyber threat risks, targeting sectors from energy to healthcare, warns expert Shibu Paul.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

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Planet Mark launches new net zero certification programme
Supply Chain

Planet Mark launches new net zero certification programme

Planet Mark has launched a new Net Zero Certification Programme, offering organisations a structured path to achieve net zero carbon emissions through tailored support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
AI demands spike boosts growth at Linten Technologies
Digital Transformation

AI demands spike boosts growth at Linten Technologies

As Linten Technologies marks its 25th anniversary, the firm sees rising demand for AI education as businesses seek to navigate the evolving landscape of technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership
Digital Transformation

Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership

Morphy Richards has joined forces with Slimstock to enhance its supply chain, integrating an AI-powered platform to improve visibility and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025