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Private equity deals in tech sector hit $11.79bn

Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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Private equity deals in the global technology sector surged to USD $11.79 billion in December 2019, a 17.05% increase from the previous month.
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15,000 companies still critically vulnerable from Citrix security flaws - report

Fri, 7th Feb 2020
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More than a month after a critical Citrix software flaw endangered 80,000 firms globally, new data reveals 15,000 companies remain at high risk.
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Big Data Exchange to construct Nanjing data center in China

Thu, 6th Feb 2020
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Big Data Exchange (BDx) is set to launch a strategic new data centre in Nanjing by June 2020, offering 3,800 racks for international and domestic clients.
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Humans to be working alongside robots in retail within 5 years - Gartner

Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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Retailers will embed robots into their workforce by 2025, with AI and automation transforming warehouse operations, says Gartner.
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Global smart home market set for rapid growth in near future

Tue, 4th Feb 2020
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The valuation of the global industry has doubled since 2017, and is set to reach $158 billion in the next four years.
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M&A deals drop nearly 50% in one month, GlobalData report shows

Tue, 4th Feb 2020
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Merger and Acquisition (M&A) deals have totalled $17.03 billion globally in December 2019, according to new research from GlobalData.
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Cisco Australia reports $16m loss

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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Cisco Systems Australia's latest annual report has indicated a $16,118,000 loss for the period ended 27 July 2019.
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As AI accelerates, focus on road conditions - SAS

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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AI is becoming integral to business operations, but firms must address potential pitfalls, such as governance and cultural challenges, to sustain progress.
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NZ needs fintech to tackle big 2020 problems

Fri, 31st Jan 2020
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Fintech can help tackle climate change and digital literacy, says FintechNZ. Utilising fintech will make 2020 a 'decade to remember.'.
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Australian professionals high target for cyber crims, new study shows

Thu, 30th Jan 2020
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Aussie Infosec pros report highest phishing-led ransomware rates, underpinning urgent need for cyber education.
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Generation Z holds more power in firms' tech purchasing decisions

Tue, 28th Jan 2020
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Generation Z (Gen Z) is the newest generation in the global workforce, and already it is having an impact on how businesses harness technology.
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Turning automation into a business strategy

Tue, 28th Jan 2020
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IDC predicts a 50% surge in software robot contributions to work within two years, reshaping automation strategies.
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Experts discuss industry response to multicloud

Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
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The concept of multicloud is gaining popularity in the tech industry. Find out what it means and how it is shaping the future of business.
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Check Point report highlights latest cyber-threats worldwide

Tue, 21st Jan 2020
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Check Point Research's 2020 Cyber Security Report reveals rising threats such as cryptominers, botnets, and targeted ransomware against global organisations.
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The age of AI and AIOps

Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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As AI integrates into everyday life, the rise of AIOps is essential. Businesses must adopt AI-enhanced IT operations to stay competitive or risk falling behind.
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Cloud adoption trends: SSO adoption lagging

Tue, 14th Jan 2020
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Research found that only 34% of those who had adopted cloud-based solutions had implemented single sign-on (SSO), one of the most basic cloud security tools.
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How to become an agile organisation in the digital age

Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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Fostering agility is crucial in the digital era, where constant connectivity enables flexible work. Here's how businesses can adapt to an agile model.
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SnapLogic: How AI bias is holding back adoption

Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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Data quality, security, and privacy concerns are real and until these are addressed, the AI regulation debate will continue.
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Australian tech platform signs major global contracts

Thu, 2nd Jan 2020
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Brisbane's Bidhive lands global deals with Waste Management, ICS, and Maersk for its innovative bid management platform, streamlining tender processes.
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True AI – A long and winding road?

Mon, 23rd Dec 2019
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How close are we to achieving true Artificial Intelligence? Panelists at the NetEvents Global IT Summit discuss the road ahead.