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UniSuper says Google Cloud issues being sorted, services to return from 9 May
07 May 2024 in CloudSuperannuation provider UniSuper says the progressive restoration of member services, which were disrupted due to an issue with third-party provider…
Epicor acquires Smart Software to speed up provision of ERP solutions
07 May 2024 in Enterprise SolutionsIndustry-specific enterprise software provider Epicor has acquired cloud-based AI-driven inventory planning and optimisation applications maker Smart Software which was already…
Motorola Solutions helps boost communications for rescue volunteers in NSW
07 May 2024 in DealsVolunteer rescue organisation, VRA Rescue NSW has announced the deployment of SmartConnect from Motorola Solutions to extend the reach and…
2degrees ‘free Aussie business roaming’ claims not ‘fair dinkum’, says NZ competition regulator
07 May 2024 in Technology RegulationNew Zealand competition regulator The Commerce Commission has filed eight charges under the Fair Trading Act against Two Degrees Mobile…
Tech Data Capital to launch in Australia, Singapore and India
07 May 2024 in StrategyTech Data, a global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, is launching Tech Data Capital in Australia, Singapore…
iPhone 15 Pro Max tops sales charts in 1Q24
07 May 2024 in MobilityApple and Samsung have dominated the top 10 smartphone list during the first quarter of 2024, with the iPhone 15…
US providers not yet given enough funds to replace Huawei, ZTE gear
07 May 2024 in Technology RegulationThe US asked communications providers to rip out and replace equipment made by Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corporation years ago,…
AlmaLinux 9.4 release comes close on the heels of RHEL 9.4
07 May 2024 in Open SourceThe AlmaLinux OS Foundation has announced the release of AlmaLinux 9.4 just a week after the release of Red Hat…
New Microsoft DNS system 'meant for firms with fully managed devices'
06 May 2024 in SecurityMicrosoft has unveiled a preview of a system using which it intends to lock down the Domain Name System, the…
Means to enter ZircoDATA servers sold by an initial access broker
06 May 2024 in SecurityAccess to the network of document storage and records lifecycle solutions provider ZircoDATA was sold on the Exploit forum in…
Optus grabs Rue to lead as new governance model introduced
06 May 2024 in Telecoms & NBNSingtel Optus has announced that Stephen Rue will be moving from the position of chief executive at NBN Co to…
Stephen Rue quits as NBN chief, set to join Optus in November
06 May 2024 in Telecoms & NBNStephen Rue, chief executive of the National Broadband Company, has announced he is stepping down from the post after almost…
Apple 2Q revenue down by 4% as iPhone sales drop by 10%
06 May 2024 in MarketApple has reported revenue of US$90.8 billion (A$137.34 billion) for its fiscal 2024 second quarter which ended on 30 March,…
The iTWire Mother's Day gift guide for 2024
05 May 2024 in Home TechMother's Day is coming, and if you're still unsure what to get for the special mothers in your life, or…
SAS releases new SAS Viya Workbench for rapid SAS or Python AI development
05 May 2024 in DataAnalytics and insights software provider SAS has released a new SAS Viya Workbench to give developers a modern, lightweight, scalable…
Breaking IT News
Rising Cloud Threats Demand Advanced Defenses: Check Point's 2024 Report Highlights Urgent Need for AI and Prevention First Security Measures
07 May 2024 in SecurityGUEST RESEARCH: Report highlights how technological advancements breed stronger cloud threats as 91% express concern over emerging risks and zero-day…
SaaS and Enterprise Software Veteran Joins BlackLine as Chief Customer Officer
07 May 2024 in People MovesJimmy Duan to lead all customer- and partner-facing teams at digital finance transformation leader
Appian opens new office in Melbourne
07 May 2024 in DevelopmentCloud computing company Appian has opened a new office in Melbourne, Australia.
Mind the Gap: Report Reveals Alignment Issues Between Australian Security Teams and the C-Suite are Exposing Organisations to Increased Cyber Risk
06 May 2024 in SecurityThe rise of AI-driven attacks and accelerated software delivery cycles makes it more difficult to protect organisations, as 89% of…
RICOH appoints Close The Loop for consumables recycling reinforcing company commitment to environmental sustainability
06 May 2024 in StrategyCOMPANY NEWS: RICOH AUSTRALIA, a leading provider of smart workplace technology, today announced that it has appointed Close The Loop,…
Endava Creates Agentic AI Industry Accelerator For Highly Regulated Industries
06 May 2024 in DataData backed solutions provide truly transparent and traceable large language models COMPANY NEWS: Endava, a leading technology services company combining…
Seeing Machines extends generational program
06 May 2024 in Business ITComputer vision technology company Seeing Machines announced a generational program extension with an existing North American Tier-1 customer and original…
Razer reshapes e-sports dominance with new Razer Viper V3 Pro mouse
05 May 2024 in Home TechGaming lifestyle brand Razer has released a new mouse, the Razer Viper V3 Pro, designed in close collaboration with e-sports…
New Relic and Atlassian Deliver the First Observability Integration for Incidents Tab in Jira
03 May 2024 in SoftwareIntegration streamlines incident management and response; makes data from New Relic natively available within Jira Software to remediate and proactively…
Automatic Photo Editing: 7 Tips to Speed Up Your Workflow
03 May 2024 in Home TechCOMPANY NEWS: In today's fast-paced digital world, photographers are constantly striving to streamline their workflow and save time. One effective…
Australian businesses pack ‘more change into last 4 years’ than previous two decades
02 May 2024 in DataData reveals time is ripe for business reinvention, as HubSpot listens and develops Content Hub, Service Hub to help businesses…
Telxius extends cable in the Caribbean
02 May 2024 in Business ITConnectivity provider Telxius opened its extended SAm-1 submarine cable route between Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic to Puerto Rico.
Reviews
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Gigabyte G6 KF Budget Gaming Laptop Review
By Nick Rossin Computers & peripherals
Gigabyte has a history of making impressive gaming laptops at all price points, but this, 16-inch, G6 KF… -
New Relic and Atlassian Deliver the First Observability Integration for Incidents Tab in Jira
By New Relicin Software
Integration streamlines incident management and response; makes data from New Relic natively available within Jira Software to remediate… -
The ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 Business Mesh System brings robust and reliable WiFi to home and office
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ASUS has released a new set of WiFi routers, which includes a dedicated unit for business. If you… -
The SK hynix T31 is an SSD in a USB stick giving you fast, portable gaming anywhere
in Computers & peripherals
SK hynix has released an SSD - in a USB stick. Yes, it's literally a blazing fast SSD… -
The Optus Ultra WiFi 5G modem brings super-fast Internet wherever and whenever you are
in Computers & peripherals
Optus has released its Optus Ultra WiFi 5G modem and it's a real powerhouse. If you want huge…
Opinion
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ASPI caught spreading misinformation about open-source software
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
It's not often that you find someone writing about open source software and not bothering to make mention… -
The Age's Tim Biggs has a huge conflict of interest when it comes to Samsung
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
It is a mite strange to note that Tim Biggs, a writer covering consumer technology, gadgets and video… -
Guardian scribe Karp punctures the encryption bubble at the NPC
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
It took just one question from Paul Karp, chief political correspondent at Guardian Australia, to put the brakes… -
Assange case: Albanese eagerly grabs at crumbs from Biden
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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Bendigo Bank changing authentication method from token to mobile app
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Bendigo Bank is changing the way it offers online authentication to its customers, switching from a code generated… -
Lower house Assange vote gives Albanese cover for inaction
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Nobody should be surprised that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party have suddenly come out… -
Placing sanctions on Russian attacker is just a PR exercise
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
What has the Australian Government achieved by placing sanctions on Russian attacker Aleksandr Ermakov for allegedly being the… -
Clare O'Neil appears to be inspired by ransomware gangs
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil appears to have taken a leaf out of the book of ransomware outfits… -
Cloud migration 101: how to plan, execute and optimise your cloud strategy
in The Wired CIO
Cloud computing is the new normal for many enterprises. Yet, there are companies still to embrace the cloud,…
Telecommunications
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Optus grabs Rue to lead as new governance model introduced
By Sam Varghesein Telecoms & NBN
Singtel Optus has announced that Stephen Rue will be moving from the position of chief executive at NBN… -
Stephen Rue quits as NBN chief, set to join Optus in November
By Sam Varghesein Telecoms & NBN
Stephen Rue, chief executive of the National Broadband Company, has announced he is stepping down from the post…
Popular News
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Non-bank lender Firstmac suffers ransomware attack by EMBARGO
By Sam Varghesein Security
Australian non-bank lender Firstmac has suffered a ransomware attack from a new gang, EMBARGO, but has not made… -
ServiceNow appoints new ANZ leaders Barry Dietrich and former Telstra boss David Thodey
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Digital workflow company ServiceNow has announced new leadership in Australia and New Zealand with the appointment of Barry… -
SenSen appoints new non-executive chairman
in People Moves
Live awareness AI solutions provider SenSen Networks appointed executive Mark Brayan as non-executive chairman and director effective today. -
NSW police arrest man over big data leak from clubs, pubs
By Sam Varghesein Security
NSW police have arrested a man over an alleged data breach of more than a million people who… -
Raghu Malpani joins UiPath as Chief Technology Officer
in People Moves
Enterprise automation and AI software company UiPath has announced that Raghu Malpani is joining the company as Chief… -
Macquarie University ‘accelerates digital transformation’ with Kyndryl and AWS
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IT infrastructure services provider Kyndryl and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Sector Partner, have announced the successful migration and digital… -
ZircoDATA hit by Black Basta ransomware in Feb, disclosure by govt cyber-security czar in May
By Sam Varghesein Security
Secure document storage and records lifecycle solutions provider ZircoDATA has been hit by the Black Basta ransomware gang,… -
Trustwave welcomes Keith Ibarguen as senior vice president of engineering
By Staff Writerin People Moves
Trustwave, a leading cybersecurity and managed security services provider, has announced the appointment of Keith Ibarguen as senior… -
Arcserve Appoints Chris Babel as CEO
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Akamai pushes Guardicore Platform to businesses who want to meet Zero Trust goals
By Sam Varghesein Security
Content delivery network and cloud provider Akamai Technologies claims its Guardicore Platform is helping businesses meet their Zero… -
Google anti-trust trial ends, verdict expected by end of summer
By Sam Varghesein Technology Regulation
The judge presiding over an anti-trust case against Google, brought by the US Department of Justice and state… -
Poettering announces tool in new systemd version to replace sudo
By Sam Varghesein Open Source
The creator of systemd, Microsoft employee Lennart Poettering, has announced that he would be including a new tool,…
WEBINARS & EVENTS
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Dematic to participate in cEMAT South East Asia 2024 from 15th to 17th May at Singapore Expo
Dematic will take part in the renowned trade show CeMAT… -
OutSystems to champion future of generative AI for development, IT, and digital transformation at One conference
GUEST EVENT: OutSystems, a global leader in enterprise low-code application… -
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT - NVIDIA A CONFERENCE FOR THE ERA OF AI
Departing from its conventional approach, GTC 2024 is embracing both… -
AI and low-code platforms reshape software development
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AWS, Google, Canva, NAB speakers headline at generative AI event
EVENT INVITE: On 20 February, keynote addresses from NAB, Canva,…
CYBERSECURITY
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Rising Cloud Threats Demand Advanced Defenses: Check Point's 2024 Report Highlights Urgent Need for AI and Prevention First Security Measures
GUEST RESEARCH: Report highlights how technological advancements breed stronger cloud… -
New Microsoft DNS system 'meant for firms with fully managed devices'
Microsoft has unveiled a preview of a system using which… -
Means to enter ZircoDATA servers sold by an initial access broker
Access to the network of document storage and records lifecycle… -
Mind the Gap: Report Reveals Alignment Issues Between Australian Security Teams and the C-Suite are Exposing Organisations to Increased Cyber Risk
The rise of AI-driven attacks and accelerated software delivery cycles… -
ZircoDATA hit by Black Basta ransomware in Feb, disclosure by govt cyber-security czar in May
Secure document storage and records lifecycle solutions provider ZircoDATA has…
PEOPLE MOVES
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SaaS and Enterprise Software Veteran Joins BlackLine as Chief Customer Officer
Jimmy Duan to lead all customer- and partner-facing teams at… -
Trustwave welcomes Keith Ibarguen as senior vice president of engineering
Trustwave, a leading cybersecurity and managed security services provider, has…
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Arcserve Appoints Chris Babel as CEO
Arcserve has appointed industry veteran Chris Babel as Chief Executive…
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ServiceNow appoints new ANZ leaders Barry Dietrich and former Telstra boss David Thodey
Digital workflow company ServiceNow has announced new leadership in Australia…
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Raghu Malpani joins UiPath as Chief Technology Officer
Enterprise automation and AI software company UiPath has announced that…
GUEST ARTICLES
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Resolving IT skills shortage in Australia’s public sector – can AI-powered ITSM help?
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Fortinet reports first quarter 2024 financial results
COMPANY NEWS: Fortinet®, a global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence… -
Fortinet announces industry’s first generative AI IoT security assistant and new GenAI capabilities for network and security operations
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Yubico’s key product innovations empower enterprise security and phishing-resistant passwordless authentication at scale
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Pure Storage and Red Hat accelerate modern virtualization adoption across enterprises
COMPANY NEWS: Together, Portworx by Pure Storage and Red Hat… -
Sysdig introduces AI workload security to tackle active AI risks
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F5 fortifies Australian Government’s digital infrastructure
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Twilio appoints Chris Koehler as chief marketing officer
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Dell Technologies research: High-growth firms expect AI and genAI to transform industries
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Vectra AI expands its AI platform to combat genAI attacks
COMPANY NEWS: Vectra AI, the leader in hybrid attack detection,…
Guest Opinion
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Resolving IT skills shortage in Australia’s public sector – can AI-powered ITSM help?
GUEST OPINION: Australia’s prolonged IT talent shortage has become a…
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Cognizant's Bluebolt Program Delivers More Than $150M in Estimated Annualised Cost Savings for Enterprises
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5 ways IT Professionals can unwind during their downtime
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How an edge cloud strategy can empower online gaming companies
GUEST OPINION: The world of online gaming is a high-stakes… -
Best practices for implementing a knowledge management system
GUEST OPINION: In today's fast-paced business environment, an effective knowledge…
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Five ways to promote a corporate security-first mindset
GUEST OPINION: In the dynamic, ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, executives… -
Threat spotlight: The remote desktop tools most targeted by attackers in the last year
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Amperity CTO Advice to Brands on Gen AI: “Dive in”
GUEST OPINION: Derek Slager, Co-Founder and CTO of Amperity, recently concluded… -
The ins and outs of the American H2B visa program: A comprehensive guide
GUEST OPINION: Are you dreaming of working in the United… -
World Password Day
GUEST OPINION: Organisations should adopt passwordless authentication to withstand the…
ITWIRETV & INTERVIEWS
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Azul Intelligence Cloud helps DevOps teams cut unused code and increase security
iTWireTV: Azul senior director of product management Erik Costlow explains… -
Cloudera talks data life-cycle management, achieving value sooner and AWS
GUEST INTERVIEW: iTWire interviewed Cloudera ANZ's Keir Garett (VP) and… -
Aqua Security advises CISOs on cloud security and Ai
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iTWireTV and Rapid7 global head of government affairs and public policy Sabeen Malik
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iTWireTV interview: BirdDog CEO Dan Miall
iTWireTV: Today we speak with BirdDog CEO Dan Miall about the…
RESEARCH & CASE STUDIES
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Dell Technologies research: High-growth firms expect AI and genAI to transform industries
GUEST RESEARCH: Generative AI (genAI) and AI will significantly transform…
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Ping Identity survey finds seamless digital experiences are crucial for 'Singaporean customer loyalty'
73% of Singaporeans are likely to switch to a service…
Channel News
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Sekuro announces new partnership with Dragos to strengthen OT capabilities
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Groupon and SiteMinder Forge Enhanced
Travel Experiences with New PartnershipEmpowering hotels and enhancingcustomer journeys through…
Comments
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Re: iTWire - Guardian scribe Karp punctures the encryption bubble at the NPC
Australia’s bumbling spies and publishers
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Re: iTWire - Court puts off Musk-eSafety tussle over videos to 10 May
There is a simpler solution, order ISP's to block the site and jail the corporate officers for contempt.It's sad that[…]
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Re: iTWire - Murdoch media steps up Assange smears, calls him a 'work-shy fraud'
The only smearing of Assage is what he did to himself in the Ecuadorian embassy.
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Re: iTWire - Google sacks 28 staff over Israel cloud contract protest
Perhaps IBM employees should have protested in the 1930s.https://en.wikipedia.org/wi...https://ibmandtheholocaust.com
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Re: iTWire - Elon Musk's X rejects eSafety demand on stabbing videos
I think that X should be totally blocked in Australia the same way porn is. The actions of this dictator[…]
