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Many firms neglect printer security, with just 36% updating firmware promptly, exposing sensitive data to cyber threats, says HP Wolf Security report.

Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.

Singapore ranks first globally for ease of work visas, boasting swift processing, low fees, and stable conditions, according to a new study by Eskimoz.

A new report reveals 75% of organisations faced SaaS breaches last year, yet 91% remain confident in their security, highlighting a worrying overconfidence.

Temu has opened its Local Seller Program to all Australian businesses, offering a new, low-cost way to reach millions of shoppers with local inventory.

Sage appoints Damon Scarr as General Manager for Asia Pacific to drive growth and expand its AI-powered finance solutions across the region.

RØDE offers its new Wireless Micro Camera Receiver free to current and new users, enhancing seamless audio recording across smartphones and cameras.

James Zipeure appointed Group CEO of Mortar AI to spearhead global growth and launch new Marketing Mix Modelling tool across US, UK and Asia.

Avalara appoints Adrianna Burrows as CMO and Shahan Parshad as CIO to boost global expansion and enhance AI-driven tax compliance solutions.

KPMG and Hippocratic AI partner to ease global healthcare staff shortages using AI agents that support clinical tasks and boost operational efficiency.

MUFG Pension & Market Services partners with Microsoft in a five-year deal to harness AI for enhancing superannuation and investor services internationally.

Google's Veo 3 AI model creates HD videos with realistic audio from text prompts, revolutionising video content creation for creatives and businesses alike.

Logicalis has achieved carbon neutrality across key emissions by adopting renewables in six countries and cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10%.

Talon.One has raised $135 million to advance its AI-powered loyalty platform, serving over 270 global brands including H&M and Adidas.

Alibaba Cloud expands in APAC with new data centres in Malaysia, the Philippines, and an AI Global Competency Center in Singapore to boost AI innovation.

Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.

A Bitdefender report reveals 58% of UK cybersecurity staff face pressure to hide breaches amid rising AI-driven attacks and growing skills shortages.

LG has launched Radio Optimism, an AI-powered music platform designed to foster deeper digital bonds amid growing social disconnection worldwide.

New Zealand's Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.

Zitcha appoints Tony Karp as Group COO to drive global growth, reinforcing leadership amid expansion in APAC and North America retail media markets.