Digital Technology stories
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Investors urged to rethink Southeast Asia's tech potential
Last month
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Southeast Asia's tech innovation is setting global benchmarks, says Georg Chmiel, urging investors to rethink undervaluation and recognise SEA's unique growth prospects.
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AI could add GBP £2 billion to UK GDP & create 20,000 jobs
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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ai
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ai agents
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ml
AI adoption could revolutionise the UK's accounting sector, adding GBP £2 billion to GDP, boosting exports by GBP £238 million, and creating nearly 20,000 jobs over three years, according to a new study by Sage and Demos.
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ISPT pioneers smartphone access in Australian office buildings
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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smartphones
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dei
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cleantech
ISPT pioneers digital employee badges in Australia’s commercial real estate, implementing HID Mobile Access for seamless entry via smartphones and smartwatches at its Sydney hub.
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Labour landslide win prompts urgent digital transformation push
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
The Labour Party's landslide victory heralds a seismic shift in UK politics, with significant implications for the tech industry and digital transformation.
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Titans of Tech - Sam Peters of ISMS.online
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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software development
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product management
The Chief Product Officer at ISMS.online has led the SaaS platform's global expansion since 2021, driving innovation in information security and compliance.
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UK leads Europe in digital FDI growth despite overall decline
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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investment
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ey
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cloud services
The UK has secured its position as Europe's top destination for digital FDI with 255 projects in 2023, according to EY's latest survey, outpacing the continent amidst a broader decline.
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Zoe Udy elected as Deputy Chair of the TUANZ Board
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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nz
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tuanz
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cloud services
Zoe Udy, with a rich tech background, has been elected Deputy Chair of TUANZ, positioning her to drive New Zealand’s digital future and health tech advocacy.
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79% of APAC CEOs see sustainability as growth driver - Gartner
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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dei
A Gartner survey finds 79% of APAC CEOs see sustainability as key to 2024 growth, outpacing the 69% global average, highlighting its rising importance.
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Ditto partners with ANA to revolutionise in-flight connectivity
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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network infrastructure
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cloud services
Ditto partners with All Nippon Airways to deploy its edge sync platform on all international flights by summer 2024, enhancing in-flight digital services.
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Alibaba Cloud expands AI reach with new data centres & courses
Fri, 24th May 2024
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crm
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data analytics
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martech
Alibaba Cloud announced an ambitious expansion at its Global Summit in Paris, including new cloud regions in Mexico and Asia, and unveiled a generative AI platform.
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Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
Wed, 15th May 2024
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it training
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power / energy
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ai
Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.
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Synergy Logistics appoints Brian Kirst as chief commercial officer
Wed, 15th May 2024
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supply chain systems
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sales
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support
Synergy Logistics elevates Brian Kirst to Chief Commercial Officer, aiming for global expansion and leveraging his 30 years in logistics and digital tech.
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Dootrix & Confused.com join forces to revamp mobile app
Thu, 9th May 2024
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microsoft
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cloud services
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microsoft azure
Microsoft Azure specialist Dootrix partners with Confused.com to overhaul its mobile insurance application, introducing a streamlined user experience.
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Interactive collaborates with illion in key cloud technology shift
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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storage
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firewalls
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migration
Tech provider Interactive is to aid data analytics company illion in its transition from private hosting to public cloud, enhancing security and technology infrastructure.
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Cisco bolsters Project SAIVE to prevent railway suicides
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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cisco
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digital technology
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cloud services
Tech giant Cisco is uniting with Purple Transform to advance Project SAIVE, an initiative employing AI tech to identify and aid individuals at risk of suicide on railways.
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Ruckus' comprehensive guide to digital strategy in schools
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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edutech
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e-learning
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casb
RUCKUS Networks offers a critical roadmap for Australian schools planning their digital strategies amidst increased investment and demand.
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Brother launches colourful LED laser printer range for home & office
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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printing
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nz
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cloud services
Brother debuts a vibrant, efficiency-boosting range of LED laser printers, designed for both home and office, that combine excellent print quality with robust data security features.
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Generative AI and the rise of ‘AI-nxiety’
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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data analytics
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ai
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big data
'AI-nxiety' amongst tech professionals is prevalent, but generative AI presents an opportunity rather than a threat, potentially driving further innovation and efficiency within the industry.
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IWD 2024: Business owners, it’s time to inspire inclusion
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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ai
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leadership
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women in technology
In light of IWD 2024, business leaders are urged to inspire inclusionary practices as women still only constitute 28% of the tech workforce.
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IWD 2024: Women leading the way: Educating girls in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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uc
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edutech
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collaboration
New Zealand organisation, Digital Future Aotearoa, pioneers initiatives for digital technology education amongst girls, aimed at enhancing female representation in tech sector workforce.