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HPE unveils integrated AI security & data protection upgrades

3 days ago
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HPE expands AI-driven cybersecurity and data protection in Australia, integrating Juniper Networks tech to boost zero-trust and cyber resilience for enterprises.
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Dosh partners with Visa & Pismo to build NZ digital banking

3 days ago
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payment technologies
Auckland’s Dosh teams up with Visa and Pismo to accelerate its digital banking platform, aiming to become New Zealand’s first fully digital local bank.
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Frontier Media AI appoints Matt Hunt CEO & launches AI platform

3 days ago
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Frontier Media AI names Matt Hunt CEO and unveils Frontier OS, an AI-driven platform automating marketing to boost agency-client results.
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In Marketing We Trust unveils new leaders & advisory board

3 days ago
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data analytics
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ai
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digital media
In Marketing We Trust announces key leadership promotions and forms its first advisory board to accelerate global growth and enhance client services.
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Buildkite appoints Kevin Gounden as CEO to lead AI software push

3 days ago
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digital transformation
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martech
Buildkite has named Kevin Gounden as CEO to spearhead growth and AI innovation in its software delivery platform used by top firms worldwide.
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Rubrik & Sophos launch advanced Microsoft 365 resilience tool

3 days ago
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Rubrik and Sophos launch a new Microsoft 365 backup and recovery tool integrated into Sophos Central, enhancing cyber resilience for MDR customers.
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Australians embrace AI to write heartfelt messages in greeting cards

3 days ago
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ai
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digital age
Australians increasingly use AI to craft heartfelt messages in greeting cards for occasions like birthdays and baby showers, easing pressure to find the right words.
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CyberArk achieves Protected IRAP assessment for Australian cloud security

3 days ago
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data protection
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digital transformation
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encryption
CyberArk has attained the Protected level IRAP assessment in Australia, ensuring its cloud security solutions meet stringent government standards for safeguarding sensitive data.
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BlackLine backs Clearsulting’s Australia move to boost finance

3 days ago
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digital transformation
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blackline
BlackLine supports Clearsulting’s expansion into Australia to enhance finance digital transformation, offering local access to combined consulting and software solutions.
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Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow

3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Over 150 million New Zealand-linked records, including government and banking credentials, are exposed on the dark web, raising growing cyber threat concerns.
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Manifest unveils AI Risk module to boost enterprise AI security

3 days ago
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supply chain
Manifest launches AI Risk module to provide enterprises with automated, real-time governance enhancing AI model security and supply chain transparency.
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Shane Sullivan named National Sales Manager at Jet Technologies

3 days ago
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marketing
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leadership
Jet Technologies has appointed Shane Sullivan as National Sales Manager, driving growth in its Print Division across Australia and New Zealand.
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BeyondTrust launches Phantom Labs to boost identity security research

3 days ago
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data science
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iam
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threat intelligence
BeyondTrust launches Phantom Labs, a specialised team to research identity security threats and enhance protection against identity exploitation in hybrid and cloud environments.
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Jamie Norton named Vice Chair of ISACA board for 2025 to 2026

3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Jamie Norton, CISO at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, was appointed Vice Chair of ISACA's global board for 2025-2026, enhancing digital trust leadership.
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Kobelco boosts supply chain resilience with Blue Yonder tech

3 days ago
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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industry 4.0
Kobelco Construction Machinery uses Blue Yonder's digital planning to strengthen global supply chain resilience and optimise production and sales amid market shifts.
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Wisr appoints Sam Harding as Chief Operating Officer to drive growth

3 days ago
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cx
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westpac
Wisr has named Sam Harding as COO, leveraging his 20 years’ banking experience to enhance operations and drive growth in personal and vehicle loans.
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AI-driven DNS threats & malicious adtech fuel cybercrime surge

3 days ago
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Infoblox reports a surge in AI-driven DNS threats and malicious adtech, with 25% of new domains found malicious, urging firms to adopt proactive cyber defences.
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Norton launches AI deepfake detection for mobile in early rollout

3 days ago
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Norton has launched early access to AI-powered deepfake detection on mobile, helping users spot manipulated audio and video on Android and iOS devices.
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Infoblox upgrades DNS defence to counter AI-driven cyberattacks

4 days ago
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cloud security
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Infoblox upgrades its Protective DNS solution to pre-empt AI-driven cyberattacks, blocking threats 68 days earlier and enhancing security for networks and cloud.
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AI agents & data readiness top Gartner’s 2025 tech priorities

4 days ago
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digital transformation
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Gartner's 2025 Hype Cycle highlights AI agents and AI-ready data as top priorities, reflecting a shift to sustainable, scalable AI deployment in businesses.