Australia (Australian) stories
Qantas cyber breach highlights urgent need for supply chain security
Today
#
data protection
#
ransomware
#
supply chain
A cyber breach at Qantas, traced to a third-party supplier, underscores urgent calls for stronger supply chain security across Australia's digital networks.
Business intelligence and data-driven decision-making in an unpredictable trade environment
Today
#
cx
#
supply chain
#
erp
Australian manufacturers are turning to business intelligence and data-driven decision-making to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in an unpredictable trade environment.
Australian brands at serious risk of being crushed by global eCommerce giants, expert warns
Today
#
personalisation
#
ecommerce
#
agentic ai
Australian brands risk being crushed by global eCommerce giants as local e-tailers lag in digital maturity amid booming online sales in 2024.
Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
Today
#
cryptocurrency
#
easy crypto
#
swyftx
Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.
Australians embrace agentic AI as younger users drive adoption surge
Today
#
digital transformation
#
cx
#
ai
Agentic AI use among Australians jumped 50% in three months, led by millennials keen on AI for shopping, creativity, and daily tasks, Adobe reports.
Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth
Today
#
saas
#
digital transformation
#
cx
Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.
Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
Today
#
cloud security
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.
Clean energy Council launches skills passport for sector jobs
Yesterday
#
cleantech
#
job seekers
#
australian government
The Clean Energy Council has launched a new skills passport programme to boost training and jobs in Victoria and Queensland's renewable energy sector.
APAC leaders show lowest AI confidence but see steady ROI gains
Yesterday
#
digital transformation
#
supply chain
#
genai
Asia-Pacific leaders show the lowest confidence in AI effectiveness globally, yet 70% report steady ROI gains from current AI investments.
BLUETTI launches Elite 100 V2, Elite 30 V2 in Australia, taking portable power further
Yesterday
#
cleantech
#
renewable energy
#
usb-c
BLUETTI launches Elite 100 V2 and Elite 30 V2 portable power stations in Australia, enhancing portability and power for outdoor adventures from July 1.
Jade Tang appointed Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand
Yesterday
#
jb hi-fi
#
harvey norman
#
sales
Tineco has appointed Jade Tang as its first Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand to drive local growth and retail expansion.
Discovery Consulting names Shobhit Garg as National Supply Lead
Yesterday
#
digital transformation
#
supply chain
#
power / energy
Discovery Consulting appoints Shobhit Garg as National Supply Chain Lead to boost digital ERP adoption among Australian manufacturers and asset-heavy industries.
Exetel launches single broadband plan at AUD $80 for 500 Mbps
Yesterday
#
uc
#
hfc
#
superloop
Exetel launches single AUD $80 broadband plan offering 500 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with no promos or price hikes for FTTP and HFC users.
CommBank deploys AI bots to disrupt scams, protect Australians
Yesterday
#
email security
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
CommBank has launched AI bots developed with Apate.ai to engage scammers in real-time, disrupting fraud and protecting Australians from scams.
“Missed package?” Scam fooling thousands
2 days ago
#
data protection
#
phishing
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Thousands of Kiwis are falling victim to evolving package delivery scams exploiting busy inboxes with fake DHL and NZ Post emails.
Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats
2 days ago
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
data privacy
#
cybersecurity
Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
Samsung launches QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia from AUD $2,499
2 days ago
#
hybrid & remote work
#
microsoft
#
samsung
Samsung launches its 32-inch QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia, featuring 4K, 165Hz, and AI enhancements, starting at AUD $2,499.
MSME Day 2025: Fixing compliance to power productivity
Last week
#
smb
#
workforce management
#
business support
On MSME Day 2025, Australia's small businesses face growing compliance challenges from new laws, risking productivity but solutions through automation offer hope.
Australian IT leaders see data streaming as key to AI growth
Last week
#
digital transformation
#
ai
#
data management
Most Australian IT leaders see data streaming as vital for AI growth, with 93% planning increased investment to supply real-time, trustworthy data for AI systems.
Twilio appoints Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ
Last week
#
hybrid cloud
#
digital transformation
#
cx
Twilio has appointed Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ, aiming to boost personalised digital engagement and business growth across Australia and New Zealand.