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AcademyEX invests in BSI Learning to advance EdTech in Aus
EduTech

AcademyEX invests in BSI Learning to advance EdTech in Aus

AcademyEX has strategically invested in BSI Learning to strengthen its presence in Australia's EdTech sector, aiming to redefine vocational education.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025
Fintech

Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025

Quadient forecasts that by 2025, blockchain will revolutionise finance teams, enhancing transaction accuracy and transparency in a challenging skills landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
Ransomware

AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
UKISUG launches S/4HANA Academy to combat SAP skill gap
EduTech

UKISUG launches S/4HANA Academy to combat SAP skill gap

The UK & Ireland SAP User Group has launched its S/4HANA Academy to address the pressing skills shortage in SAP consulting, supporting businesses' transitions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues

Executives at Skillable highlight ongoing efforts to enhance gender equity in cybersecurity, noting gradual progress in female representation within the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies
Digital Transformation

Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies

A global study by NTT DATA reveals organisations struggle to align AI strategies with business goals, hampering ROI despite widespread GenAI investment.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
CoLab launches AI solution to enhance mechanical design
Generative AI

CoLab launches AI solution to enhance mechanical design

CoLab has unveiled an AI-powered solution aimed at improving mechanical product design by minimising risks and enhancing quality for engineering teams.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Global shift towards major investment in generative AI
Digital Transformation

Global shift towards major investment in generative AI

A new report from NTT DATA reveals organisations are evolving from GenAI experimentation to strategic investments aimed at boosting business performance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns
IT Industry

SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector
Zero Trust Security

AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector

The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
NIS2 compliance puts financial strain on EMEA firms
Digital Transformation

NIS2 compliance puts financial strain on EMEA firms

New NIS2 directives are imposing hefty financial strains on EMEA firms, with 95% reallocating budgets to tackle compliance costs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Skills shortage stories

AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms
Storage

AI data challenges top priority for 41% of Australian firms

A new survey reveals that while 41% of Australian firms prioritise data for AI projects, many lack essential data management practices.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne
Firewalls

Wavelink expands SecurePath initiative to Melbourne

Wavelink has expanded its SecurePath initiative to Melbourne, aiming to tackle Australia's cybersecurity skills shortage projected at 16,600 by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Hackuity on cyber security challenges & trends for 2025
Skills shortage

Hackuity on cyber security challenges & trends for 2025

Pierre Samson of Hackuity warns that balancing cyber security compliance costs will pose a major challenge for organisations in 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding
EduTech

Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding

Semperis is expanding in Australia following a USD $125 million funding boost, targeting enhanced cyber resilience amid rising ransomware threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
UK enterprises embrace GenAI but face deployment hurdles
Customer Experience

UK enterprises embrace GenAI but face deployment hurdles

A new report reveals that while 90% of UK enterprises are engaging with generative AI, only 40% feel their applications are production-ready.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Australian firms struggle with AI scalability despite spend rise
Generative AI

Australian firms struggle with AI scalability despite spend rise

A new report reveals that while 92% of Australian businesses utilise generative AI, only 37% consider their applications production-ready, citing governance and cost challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
UK businesses increasingly outsourcing cybersecurity
Data Protection

UK businesses increasingly outsourcing cybersecurity

A survey reveals 52% of UK firms outsource cybersecurity, with 28% planning to do so, driven by a skilled workforce gap and regulatory compliance needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024