Australia (Australian) stories - Page 30

Flicks launches a free membership programme in New Zealand, offering tailored watchlists, real-time notifications, and exclusive discounts with popular brands.

MSI, renowned for gaming tech, debuts its first smart AC EV charger, EV Premium, in Australia, expanding into sustainable energy with high-quality, certified components.

KPMG Australia has been shortlisted for the 2024 Global Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards in two categories, highlighting its excellence in AI innovation and nonprofit industry services.

The APAC software industry is projected to grow by 10.3% in 2024, with major investments in cloud, security, and IT finance management, says Forrester.

NTT DATA has appointed David McKeering as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost regional growth after a merger valued at over USD $30 billion.

A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.

SAS and The Kids Cancer Project extend their partnership by three years to enhance childhood cancer research in Australia through advanced analytics, significantly boosting donations and research investments.

AI adoption in Australia and New Zealand is fuelling a surge in energy use, warns a new report, highlighting a critical disconnect between rapid tech growth and environmental sustainability.

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.

Ultimate Ears, part of Logitech, launches the EVERBOOM speaker boasting 360-degree sound and durability, alongside updates to WONDERBOOM, BOOM, and MEGABOOM lines, emphasising sustainability.

DataStax's Warren Schilpzand has discussed leveraging AI for customer success, highlighting projects with Priceline, Macquarie Bank, and APAC market growth.

As Australia's mental health crisis worsens, new app SafeWatch empowers therapists with tools for self-care and community support, aiding in their wellbeing.

Ingram Micro has introduced an AI readiness service for SMBs in Australia and New Zealand, offering tools, workshops, and support to enhance Microsoft 365 AI capabilities.

Seagate Technology names Futoshi Niizuma as vice president for Asia-Pacific and Japan, aiming to bolster regional sales and technical support under his leadership.

A Confluent report finds 94% of Australian IT leaders view data streaming platforms as essential, with many seeing ROI benefits and future importance in AI and ML applications.

CSIRO, in collaboration with Dell Technologies, has unveiled the Virga supercomputer, tripling the power of its predecessor while prioritising sustainability and AI.

The National Renewable Network secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by Investible to expand solar and battery installations across Australian homes.

Nexxen launches Cross-Screen Measurement in Australia, leveraging exclusive ACR data from 1.3 million devices to enhance TV and digital ad insights.

Azul sees a surge in Asia Pacific, driven by Oracle's Java SE pricing changes and rising cloud costs. New bookings jumped 37% in FY24, with a 437% rise in Q1 FY25.