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Healthcare stories

Nebius to expand AI cloud operations, Singapore eyed as hub
Multi-cloud

Nebius to expand AI cloud operations, Singapore eyed as hub

Nebius is expanding its AI infrastructure into Southeast Asia, choosing Singapore as a hub to boost regional AI adoption and startup support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025

Global Stories

Healthcare stories

SmartBear appoints Kristine Hunt to lead global growth
Software-as-a-Service

SmartBear appoints Kristine Hunt to lead global growth

Kristine Hunt joins SmartBear as Senior VP of Growth Marketing, bringing 20+ years of SaaS expertise to boost global expansion and innovation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Acronis stops 7.5 million cyberattacks as platform grows
Data Protection

Acronis stops 7.5 million cyberattacks as platform grows

Acronis blocked over 7.5m cyberattacks last year, expanding its security tools and partner base, securing Champion status in Canalys's Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Data privacy, cost & legacy barriers slow enterprise AI
Data Analytics

Data privacy, cost & legacy barriers slow enterprise AI

Research from Cloudera reveals data privacy, legacy systems, and cost hinder global enterprise AI growth despite 96% of IT leaders planning increased adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
RadNet to acquire iCAD, expand AI breast imaging impact
Software-as-a-Service

RadNet to acquire iCAD, expand AI breast imaging impact

RadNet plans to acquire iCAD, integrating its AI breast imaging tech into DeepHealth to enhance breast cancer diagnostics globally, scaling to 10m mammograms yearly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
IFS Ultimo targets four-fold partner sales growth by 2030
Software-as-a-Service

IFS Ultimo targets four-fold partner sales growth by 2030

IFS Ultimo plans to quadruple its indirect sales by 2030, expanding its partner network across key global regions and enhancing its EAM software offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?
Data Protection

How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?

Small and medium Australian businesses face rising data privacy threats, with cybercrime costs averaging AUD$49,600 as regulations tighten on data protection.

By Rakesh Prabhakar • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Study reveals lack of data systems for AI advancement
Digital Transformation

Study reveals lack of data systems for AI advancement

A study by SS&C Blue Prism reveals that only 44% of organisations have the necessary data systems for next-gen AI, with 94% highlighting process orchestration's importance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
How to protect legacy medical devices from modern cyber threats
Ransomware

How to protect legacy medical devices from modern cyber threats

Healthcare providers in Australia and New Zealand face growing cyber threats, with legacy medical devices proving vulnerable due to outdated security measures.

By Rashid Mohiuddin • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Healthcare stories

UK managers prioritise local data storage amid AI concerns
EduTech

UK managers prioritise local data storage amid AI concerns

A recent survey shows that 85% of UK managers prioritise local data storage due to rising concerns over AI security and privacy amidst widespread AI adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
Rural Queensland healthcare boosted as gamers unite to fund RFDS
Gaming

Rural Queensland healthcare boosted as gamers unite to fund RFDS

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Queensland is engaging gamers to fundraise via streams, boosting emergency healthcare in rural communities through their May campaign.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government
Customer Experience

Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government

A new study reveals 57% of Australians say better government customer service could sway their vote, with 9.8 million hours spent on hold to agencies in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Tech leaders join Vinnies CEO Sleepout for homelessness aid
IT Industry

Tech leaders join Vinnies CEO Sleepout for homelessness aid

Leaders from the IT sector are set to join the Vinnies CEO Sleepout on 19 June 2025, raising funds to support homelessness services in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Axis opens Sydney innovation hub to boost tech collaboration
EduTech

Axis opens Sydney innovation hub to boost tech collaboration

Axis Communications has launched its new innovation hub in Ryde, Sydney, aiming to enhance tech collaboration and support local industries with cutting-edge solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Exclusive: How Telstra Health's digital tools are driving change in Australia's healthcare
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: How Telstra Health's digital tools are driving change in Australia's healthcare

Telstra Health is revolutionising Australia's healthcare landscape with digital tools addressing workforce shortages and inequities, according to Jennifer Beer.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Study reveals gender gaps in cyber security perceptions
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Study reveals gender gaps in cyber security perceptions

A study by e2e-assure has revealed significant gender differences in perceptions of cyber security responsibility among over 1,000 employees across key sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025