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Preparing for the quantum era: Safeguarding Australia against future encryption threats
Unified Communications

Preparing for the quantum era: Safeguarding Australia against future encryption threats

Ahead of the MilCIS conference, Australian defence experts warn of the urgent need to address the looming threats of quantum computing to encryption.

By Andrew Wilson • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Australia's scam prevention law aims for AUD $50m fines
Unified Communications

Australia's scam prevention law aims for AUD $50m fines

Australia's new Scam Prevention Framework compels banks and telecoms to tackle rising scams, with fines of up to AUD $50 million for non-compliance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Amber Technology to showcase at Audiovisual Conference 2024
EduTech

Amber Technology to showcase at Audiovisual Conference 2024

Amber Technology will showcase innovative audiovisual solutions at the Audiovisual & Education Technology Management Conference 2024 in Adelaide from 18-21 November.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024
Australian tech firms turn to offshoring for growth boost
Unified Communications

Australian tech firms turn to offshoring for growth boost

Australian tech firms are increasingly offshoring to tackle talent shortages and cut costs, tapping into global expertise to drive growth.

By Will Gilbert • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Knorr-Bremse chooses JAGGAER to boost supplier relations
Unified Communications

Knorr-Bremse chooses JAGGAER to boost supplier relations

Knorr-Bremse has chosen JAGGAER's Source-to-Pay suite to enhance global supplier communications, aiming for greater efficiency and compliance.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Australian leaders struggle with collaboration inefficiency
Unified Communications

Australian leaders struggle with collaboration inefficiency

A study reveals that ineffective collaboration costs Australian organisations over USD $16,000 per manager each year, impacting productivity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Global Stories

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Major brands choose Nasuni to tackle holiday demand
Unified Communications

Major brands choose Nasuni to tackle holiday demand

Nasuni has revealed that major retail brands like Patagonia and Mattel are leveraging its platform to meet increased demand during the holiday season.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Acronis honours top ANZ partners at 2024 awards ceremony
Unified Communications

Acronis honours top ANZ partners at 2024 awards ceremony

Acronis celebrated 13 standout partners in Australia and New Zealand for their achievements in cybersecurity at the 2024 Partner Day Awards in Sydney.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Toqio partners with DSA to enter growing logistics sector
Unified Communications

Toqio partners with DSA to enter growing logistics sector

Toqio has ventured into the logistics sector by partnering with global eCommerce firm DSA, aiming to leverage financial solutions for growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
LoRaWAN report highlights smart city technology benefits
Unified Communications

LoRaWAN report highlights smart city technology benefits

A new report by Beecham Research reveals how LoRaWAN is revolutionising smart city technology, addressing urban issues like pollution and congestion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches
Unified Communications

BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches

A new study by BlueVoyant reveals 81% of organisations faced supply chain breaches last year, despite advances in third-party risk management efforts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
New study calls for a human-first approach in AI workplaces
Unified Communications

New study calls for a human-first approach in AI workplaces

A new study by Unit4 advocates a human-first strategy for creating AI-driven workplaces, highlighting the need for cultural shifts and expert roles.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Madison Technologies wins AI award at Cisco partner event
Unified Communications

Madison Technologies wins AI award at Cisco partner event

Madison Technologies has won the Artificial Intelligence Award at Cisco's Global Partner Innovation Challenge for its innovative Camera-as-a-Sensor solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Fujitsu unveils advanced AI service for business efficiency
Unified Communications

Fujitsu unveils advanced AI service for business efficiency

Fujitsu has launched its Kozuchi AI Agent, designed to autonomously participate in meetings and analyse data to enhance business operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Portchain expands digital solutions for Oceania ports
Unified Communications

Portchain expands digital solutions for Oceania ports

Portchain is expanding its digital solutions across Oceania, aiming to improve efficiency and sustainability in the container shipping industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Collaboration stories

Royal Holloway partners with IPI for Clearing support
Unified Communications

Royal Holloway partners with IPI for Clearing support

IPI is collaborating with Royal Holloway, University of London, to bolster its Contact Centre during the crucial Clearing and Confirmation period.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
Unified Communications

New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups

New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024