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DeepKeep highlighted for AI cybersecurity in Gartner 2025 report
Breach Prevention

DeepKeep highlighted for AI cybersecurity in Gartner 2025 report

DeepKeep has been named a Sample Vendor in Gartner's 2025 AI Cybersecurity report, highlighting its platform protecting enterprises from AI-related security risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
DroneShield wins US defence contracts as global sales top 4,000 units
Supply Chain

DroneShield wins US defence contracts as global sales top 4,000 units

DroneShield secured AUD $7.9m US defence contracts for handheld drone-detection, surpassing 4,000 systems sold globally amid record revenue growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Forrester warns AGI is accelerating, driving urgent workforce change
Artificial Intelligence

Forrester warns AGI is accelerating, driving urgent workforce change

Forrester warns rapid advances in artificial general intelligence are set to transform workforces worldwide, urging firms to start AI readiness programmes now.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
How APAC is rewriting the emerging technology adoption playbook
Robotics

How APAC is rewriting the emerging technology adoption playbook

APAC is leading global tech adoption with advances in robotics, quantum networks, AI, and autonomous mobility, redefining innovation across multiple sectors.

By Biswajeet Mahapatra • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Over 40% of agentic AI projects set for cancellation by 2027
Digital Transformation

Over 40% of agentic AI projects set for cancellation by 2027

Over 40% of agentic AI projects are predicted to be cancelled by 2027 due to costs, unclear value, and risk issues, finds Gartner research.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
Atturra wins top Boomi APJ Partner award for sixth time in row
EduTech

Atturra wins top Boomi APJ Partner award for sixth time in row

Atturra has won Boomi's APJ Partner of the Year award for the third consecutive year, adding to five previous wins, showcasing its leadership in integration solutions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions
Digital Transformation

AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions

Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security
Quantum Computing

QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security

QuSecure has successfully raised USD $28 million in a Series A funding round aimed at bolstering its post-quantum cryptography solutions and client expansion.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
Data Protection

DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

By Steve Moros • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025

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Nick McKeown wins 2025 Marconi Prize for SDN innovations
Network Infrastructure

Nick McKeown wins 2025 Marconi Prize for SDN innovations

Professor Nick McKeown has won the 2025 Marconi Prize for pioneering software-defined networking, shaping the architecture of global networks.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
How to choose the right AI contact centre platform in 2026
Unified Communications

How to choose the right AI contact centre platform in 2026

Choosing an AI-powered contact centre platform in 2026 is vital for businesses aiming to enhance customer experience and support future growth effectively.

By Audrey William from Crayon IQ and Michael Clark from CXTT Consulting • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
AltTab appoints Andrew Barrett to lead cloud & AI strategy
Digital Transformation

AltTab appoints Andrew Barrett to lead cloud & AI strategy

AltTab appoints Andrew Barrett as Emerging Technology Lead to steer cloud and AI strategies amid rising client demand across Australia and Papua New Guinea.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
NSW sets up authority & funds $80m innovation drive
Hyperscale

NSW sets up authority & funds $80m innovation drive

NSW launches Investment Delivery Authority and commits nearly $80m to innovation, aiming to fast-track major projects and boost tech growth by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Rewiring innovation: The dynamic and diverse future of emerging tech is female
Unified Communications

Rewiring innovation: The dynamic and diverse future of emerging tech is female

Women and neurodiverse individuals are reshaping emerging tech, bringing empathy and fresh perspectives to innovation and engineering careers.

By Sowmiya Selvakumaraswamy • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Visa grows Auckland tech talent with Code & Connect event
Payment Technologies

Visa grows Auckland tech talent with Code & Connect event

Visa's Code & Connect in Auckland nurtures NZ tech talent, with 51 students engaging in mentorship and 10 graduate roles offered for 2026 intake.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Toi Mai announces reforms in New Zealand vocational education
Gaming

Toi Mai announces reforms in New Zealand vocational education

Toi Mai has unveiled significant updates to enhance work-based learning and vocational education in New Zealand amidst the shift to Industry Skills Boards by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
UK Govt budget announcement draws mixed responses from tech leaders
Quantum Computing

UK Govt budget announcement draws mixed responses from tech leaders

The UK government's budget announcement has drawn mixed reactions from tech leaders, with concerns over a lack of investment in AI and quantum computing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
Unified Communications

New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups

New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024