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Tom Raynel
Managing Editor
With a passion for Politics, Sport & Technology, Tom is always finding something new to invest his time in. Whenever he is not at work, he is diving into the news or watching whatever sport he can. Now living in the city, you can find him trying out new experiences and getting to know his new surroundings.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.

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Exclusive: The ten year partnership between NetApp and Citrus Consulting
Thu, 16th May 2024
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risk & compliance
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Over a decade-long tie, NetApp and Citrus Consulting are enhancing cloud computing, data management, and compliance in New Zealand, amid strict data sovereignty laws.
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Exclusive: How CCH Integrator is evolving for BEPS Pillar Two
Thu, 16th May 2024
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risk & compliance
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tax
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oecd
Andy Hung from Wolters Kluwer unveils advancements in CCH Integrator, a technology solution configuring to meet stringent modern tax compliance demands, including BEPS Pillar Two regulations.
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Exclusive: How Entrust is protecting digital identities
Wed, 15th May 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Entrust, serving 10,000 customers globally, fortifies digital identities and combats fraud through AI innovations, robust data privacy and bespoke hybrid work solutions.
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AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs
Tue, 14th May 2024
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ai
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talent
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banking
AI talent has grown by 9% in the world's biggest banks over the last six months, led by a recruitment drive towards AI implementation.
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Third reading of UK AI bill takes place in House of Lords
Tue, 14th May 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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government
The third reading of the UK AI bill took place in the House of Lords amid questions over its readiness following the EU AI Act's passing and with the AI Safety Summit on the horizon.
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Pegasystems signs new five-year contract with HMRC
Tue, 14th May 2024
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digital transformation
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rpa
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pegasystems
Pegasystems extends its partnership with the UK's tax authority, HMRC, in a new five-year deal to drive forward HMRC's digital transformation.
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Cybercriminal exploit rates rise 43% in 2023's second half
Tue, 14th May 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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breach prevention
Cyber attacks on new industry vulnerabilities increased by 43% in the second half of 2023 highlighting urgent need for robust security measures.
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Exabeam unveils industry-first 'Investigation Timelines' tool
Tue, 14th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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productivity
Exabeam launches an industry-first Investigation Timelines tool to aid security teams with instant chronological event visualisations.
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Logicalis unveils Intelligent Security global services framework
Tue, 14th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
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cybersecurity
Logicalis Australia debuts a holistic, proactive, global security service, Intelligent Security, to combat rising cybersecurity threats.
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Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate's sustainable farming tech
Tue, 14th May 2024
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ai
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cleantech
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agritech
Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate, a startup marrying computational methods and agri-science to produce precision biostimulants.
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Exclusive: How Teradata is supporting the Australian Government
Tue, 14th May 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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llms
Teradata is steering digital transformation in the Australian federal government sectors, says Simon Williams, leveraging AI and cloud computing for efficient data management.
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Marking the start of Yarrabah's digital overhaul by Indara
Tue, 14th May 2024
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connectivity
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digital divide
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internet solutions
Indara, the digital infrastructure provider, begins the much-welcome digital overhaul in Yarrabah, aiming to significantly enhance internet and mobile connection for residents.
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ANZ SMBs ramp up marketing efforts amid economic challenges
Tue, 14th May 2024
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cx
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martech
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social media
Despite facing economic challenges, ANZ small-to-medium businesses plan to intensify their marketing efforts in 2024, according to a study by Constant Contact.
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New Zealand tech leaders invest in non-premise IoT for growth
Mon, 13th May 2024
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cx
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edge computing
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martech
Nearly half of New Zealand's technology leaders are investing in off-site IoT, boosted by fibre connectivity, enabling innovation and growth.
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CommScope report uncovers MTDC benefits in data centres
Mon, 13th May 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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ict
CommScope's recent report cites multi-tenant data centres (MTDC) as a sustainable answer to the global data industry's escalating power supply challenges.
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Global IT service industry to reach $2 trillion by 2028
Mon, 13th May 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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partner programmes
Global IT service industry expenditure is set to reach $2 trillion in five years, though several obstacles may hamper growth, according to a new Forrester report.
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Exclusive: How Cohesity is managing complex cloud-based data
Mon, 13th May 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Cohesity leverages AI and strategic partnerships to manage complex cloud-based data, with an emphasis on cyber resilience, says APAC Director of Cloud Alliances, Matt Old.
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Calian leaders provide key insight into vital cybersecurity trends
Fri, 10th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain & logistics
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passwordless
Leaders from Calian IT and Cyber Solutions shed light on key cybersecurity trends at the 2024 USA | RSA Conference.
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Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management
Fri, 10th May 2024
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data protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
AvePoint's VP, Max McNamara, details strategies employed by the global data management firm in navigating and shaping the digital landscape.
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Tecala among Australia's Best Workplaces in Technology 2024
Fri, 10th May 2024
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data protection
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dr
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hcm
Tecala, an Australian IT service provider, lands a spot in Great Place to Work's list of Best Workplaces in Technology for 2024.