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Fraud & scam complaints reach six-year high at FOS
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Complaints about fraud and scams hit a six-year high, with more than half involving bank transfers, as cybercriminals target mobile devices, says FOS.
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Hype & Dexter boosts UNICEF Aotearoa donations with HubSpot
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Hype and Dexter's tech integration with UNICEF Aotearoa boosts donations despite economic hardships, facilitating crucial aid for Pacific children.
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What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?
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Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.
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nib New Zealand reports NZD $21.2m profit for FY24
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nib New Zealand reports a NZD $21.2 million operating profit for FY24 and a 3.1% increase in policyholders, navigating economic and healthcare challenges.
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Australian retailers urged to adopt new strategies amidst crisis
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As Australia grapples with a cost of living crisis, Convincely CEO Pratik Doshi urges retailers to employ innovative tactics to draw in and retain customers.
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ODI reveals critical AI data issues in the UK's tech sector report
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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The Open Data Institute's recent report exposes weaknesses in the UK’s tech infrastructure, warning that poor data governance in AI could undermine societal benefits and trust.
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Experts urge UK Govt to prioritise AI & process intelligence
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Industry experts call for the UK government to prioritise AI and process intelligence, highlighting the critical need to eliminate inefficiencies and foster innovation to drive economic growth.
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Good as gold: Why Is gold such a prized commodity?
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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Gold remains a prized commodity due to its role as a store of value, a hedge against inflation, and its appeal during economic uncertainty and market volatility.
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Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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CommBank and Telstra team up with COSBOA to launch Cyber Wardens, a free training program aimed at safeguarding Australia’s small businesses from costly cyber threats.
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Australian marketers face hurdles in adapting to Privacy Act reforms
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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Australian marketers struggle with adapting to new Privacy Act reforms amid a backdrop of high interest rates and evolving economic conditions, as per a recent Arktic Fox report.
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Generative AI could boost Asia-Pacific economy by $4.5 trillion
Fri, 24th May 2024
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New Accenture research suggests responsible AI adoption could boost APAC's economy by $4.5 trillion in 15 years, elevating GDP growth by 0.7 percentage points annually.
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Tackling the gender pay gap is a gamechanger for everyone
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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Closing the gender pay gap benefits us all: from boosting productivity to fostering fairness. Join the movement towards equality and prosperity.
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Boardroom leaders slash tech budgets in tough economy
Wed, 15th May 2024
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digital transformation
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In response to economic upheavals, 50% of boardroom leaders, particularly in the US and UK, have shrunk tech budgets over the past year.
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Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network
Tue, 14th May 2024
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Cardiff Council has selected Telcom Group to deploy the next phase of its full fibre internet network, aiming for 100% coverage by 2025.
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Australian firms struggle with changing employee spending habits
Thu, 9th May 2024
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data analytics
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sap
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big data
Australian firms are struggling to manage evolving employee spend habits, with an SAP Concur study highlighting increased office, travel, and entertainment expenses.
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We are making cyber security simple for Australian small business
Tue, 7th May 2024
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Australia's leading bank and telecoms firm collaborate with COSBOA to simplify cybersecurity for small businesses, launching free security training, 'Cyber Wardens'.
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ANZ senior leaders caution over cybersecurity, global figures differ
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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New research reveals Australian and New Zealand senior leaders express deep concerns over managing cybersecurity risks and economic uncertainty.
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Kinetic IT named Australia's Best Managed Company for third year
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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customer service
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deloitte
Australian tech solutions provider, Kinetic IT, secures title of 'Australia's Best Managed Company' for the third successive year, showcasing unwavering industry performance.
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New Zealand SMEs explore alternative funding amid economic strain
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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online banking
Economic stress leads 81% of NZ's SMEs to express concern over securing funds, forcing them to explore alternative finance methods.
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Queensland tech workforce boom eclipses Australian average
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Queensland's tech workforce has grown 21%, thrice the national average, taking total roles to over 139,000, as per the ACS Digital Pulse Report.