Australia & New Zealand stories - Page 8
AI to transform business risk, trust & compliance by 2026
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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data protection
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AI will reshape risk, trust and compliance in 2026 as firms swap hype for embedded tools, tighter controls and higher regulatory scrutiny.
Belkin unveils new chargers & Switch 2 case for ANZ
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Belkin reveals Qi2 chargers, power banks and a rugged Switch 2 charging case for ANZ, with key products set to land from March 2026.
A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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partner programmes
A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.
Outsized launches independent consulting squads in ANZ
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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devops
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digital transformation
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fintech
Outsized rolls out pre-built independent consulting squads for ANZ banks, targeting AUD $200,000-AUD $2 million transformation projects.
Hisense unveils AI-led ConnectLife smart home revamp
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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iot
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smart home
Hisense debuts AI-powered ConnectLife overhaul at CES 2026, unifying smart fridges, dishwashers and climate control for ANZ homes.
Tineco carpet cleaner named in TIME Best Inventions list
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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iot
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smart home
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power / energy
Tineco's Carpet One Cruiser wins spot on TIME's Best Inventions 2025 list, boosting its growing floorcare footprint in Australia and NZ.
Airwallex names James Teodorini new ANZ head & record volume
Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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fintech
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partner programmes
Airwallex has named James Teodorini Head of ANZ to spearhead growth in Australia and New Zealand after hitting USD $235 billion in volume.
Three cybersecurity predictions that will define the CISO agenda in 2026
Mon, 5th Jan 2026
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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cloud security
By 2026, CISOs will tame security noise, confront hidden AI risks and harness agentic AI to turn reactive defence into strategic action.
MTX APAC acquires Adapt IQ NZ to build Salesforce hub
Sat, 27th Dec 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
MTX APAC has acquired New Zealand Salesforce consultancy Adapt IQ NZ to create a Wellington-based delivery and innovation hub for APAC.
Powertec to distribute Fuzion off-grid systems in ANZ
Sat, 27th Dec 2025
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network infrastructure
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edge computing
Powertec wins Fuzion distribution rights in ANZ, boosting off-grid solar power options for regional telecoms and security networks.
AI propels 2026 growth plans for small firms in ANZ
Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Small firms across Australia and New Zealand turn to AI to sharpen 2026 growth, boost service standards and tackle persistent staff shortages.
DigiCert maps 2026 AI trust & quantum security agenda
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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encryption
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iot security
DigiCert predicts Asia-Pacific firms will prioritise AI integrity, certificate automation and quantum-safe cryptography in 2026 security plans.
ISACA to certify CMMC assessors in ANZ defence shift
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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supply chain
ISACA wins exclusive role certifying CMMC assessors and instructors, reshaping cyber standards for Australia and New Zealand defence suppliers.
Exclusive: Qualys outlines AI-driven cyber risk strategy
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Agentic AI is reshaping cyber security, pushing organisations from reactive SOCs to proactive, risk-driven defence and automated remediation.
Exclusive: Paul Pan says ALE's Rainbow Hub redefines UCC
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
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encryption
Alcatel-Lucent unveils Rainbow Hub, an integration-led cloud platform linking UCC with workflows, IoT and vertical services for partners.
Cohesity deepens Google Cloud alliance for across ANZ
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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storage
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data protection
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dr
Cohesity deepens its Google Cloud alliance to boost AI, cyber resilience and data sovereignty for tightly regulated ANZ enterprises.
APAC enterprises eye sovereign RAG & hyperscale AI in 2026
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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data protection
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
APAC enterprises plan big 2026 AI spend, pivoting from chatbots to sovereign RAG and hyperscale platforms to meet strict data rules.
Why agentic AI is the game-changer SOCs need
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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malware
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siem
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cloud security
Agentic AI is helping overstretched Australian SOCs fight rising, AI-driven cyber threats by automating legwork while keeping humans in control.
Atturra caps 2025 with major APAC tech awards haul
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Atturra closes 2025 with a sweep of APAC tech and industry awards, cementing its rise as a regional IT services heavyweight.
ANZ executives turn from ERP upgrades to agentic AI
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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supply chain
ANZ executives are shifting spend from costly ERP upgrades to agentic AI and automation as talent shortages and ROI pressure intensify.