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THG Studios backs Cowshed's gloriously untamed reset
Artificial Intelligence

THG Studios backs Cowshed's gloriously untamed reset

The British wellness brand's relaunch leans on fragrance, heritage and eCommerce imagery as it seeks to stand out in a crowded market.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

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Pinecone links Nexus to Microsoft OneLake for AI agents
Data Analytics

Pinecone links Nexus to Microsoft OneLake for AI agents

AI agents can now tap enterprise data in Microsoft OneLake with citations, as Pinecone claims lower token use and faster responses.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
AutoRek wins FTF News Best Reconciliation Solution
Digital Transformation

AutoRek wins FTF News Best Reconciliation Solution

Rising data volumes and tighter controls are driving demand for reconciliation tools, with AutoRek's award reflecting that pressure.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Infoblox launches AI tool & protocol server for DDI
Hybrid Cloud

Infoblox launches AI tool & protocol server for DDI

It aims to cut alert fatigue and speed investigations by using network data to prioritise issues and automate routine remediation for IT teams.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
SITA buys Big Blue Analytics to boost disruption recovery
Data Analytics

SITA buys Big Blue Analytics to boost disruption recovery

Airlines could trim disruption costs by up to 30% as SITA folds Big Blue Analytics' recovery software into its operations portfolio.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Vertiv launches AI factory digital twin with NVIDIA
Data centers

Vertiv launches AI factory digital twin with NVIDIA

Data centre operators could cut design changes and integration risk as Vertiv's virtual model simulates power, cooling and controls before build-out begins.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Mphasis launches Tria AI platform for enterprise action
Digital Transformation

Mphasis launches Tria AI platform for enterprise action

It aims to help firms turn AI experiments into governed action across operations, technology and commercial functions, not just pilots.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
How AI can be the biggest accelerator for SMBs
Data Protection

How AI can be the biggest accelerator for SMBs

AI now helps smaller firms speed up routine work and decisions, but only when their PCs can handle the workloads securely and efficiently.

By Alexey Navolokin • 3 min read • Last month
Mantel & Glean partner to expand Work AI in region
Digital Transformation

Mantel & Glean partner to expand Work AI in region

The deal targets banks, utilities and agencies seeking to turn AI pilots into secure workplace tools across Australia and New Zealand.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Caseware launches Verity AI platform for audit workflows
Digital Transformation

Caseware launches Verity AI platform for audit workflows

Auditors could cut review time sharply as Caseware's new system keeps AI guidance inside regulated workflows with citation-backed controls.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Google launches Gemini 3.5 Flash & Antigravity tools
Large Language Models

Google launches Gemini 3.5 Flash & Antigravity tools

Developers can now build task-running AI apps as Google expands Gemini and Antigravity with faster models, desktop tools and Android support.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
AI invoice checks drive law firms' rejection rates up
Software-as-a-Service

AI invoice checks drive law firms' rejection rates up

Corporate legal teams are using AI to scrutinise bills more tightly, pushing law firms' invoice rejection rates from 11% to 18% in 2025.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Dataiku launches Cobuild on Snowflake for AI workflows
Digital Transformation

Dataiku launches Cobuild on Snowflake for AI workflows

Enterprises can now turn plain-language prompts into governed AI workflows inside Snowflake, as Dataiku targets compliance-minded users.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Celonis launches context model in Ikigai Labs deal
Digital Transformation

Celonis launches context model in Ikigai Labs deal

The deal aims to help firms cut AI errors by giving agents a live picture of business processes and future scenarios.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last month
Integrated Quantum launches Kaggle test of VEIL anonymity
Data Protection

Integrated Quantum launches Kaggle test of VEIL anonymity

The public test could bolster or undermine claims that VEIL can anonymise sensitive AI data without letting outsiders recover the original records.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

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Avoiding shadow AI requires strong enterprise governance
Data Protection

Avoiding shadow AI requires strong enterprise governance

Unmanaged AI use is exposing Australian firms to data leakage, compliance breaches and other risks as adoption outpaces oversight.

By Jamie Humphrey • 5 min read • Last month
Why AI governance starts with rethinking your people, processes, and technology
Digital Transformation

Why AI governance starts with rethinking your people, processes, and technology

Poor AI oversight can magnify workflow errors, expose firms to regulation and erode trust if CIOs do not redesign controls and roles.

By Jake Shepherd • 4 min read • Last month