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Why investors are swapping lawns for ledgers
Crypto

Why investors are swapping lawns for ledgers

With home ownership out of reach for many, almost 60% of Kiwis see crypto as a more accessible investment than real estate, reflecting global trends.

By Janine Grainger • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Opinion stories

Getting the balance right between business innovation, security and AI
Ransomware

Getting the balance right between business innovation, security and AI

The rise of GenAI in business innovation, via tools like Microsoft Copilot, comes with an alarming spike in AI-powered cyberattacks, pushing security to its limits.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Better connectivity for smarter transport
Virtualisation

Better connectivity for smarter transport

To move towards smarter transport, the industry needs a holistic, interconnected system that leverages real-time data, boosting efficiency and reducing costs.

By Roch Muraine • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked
Customer Relationship Management

Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked

Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.

By Annexa • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Malware

Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

By Mina Mousa • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts
Digital Transformation

How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts

Midmarket firms can maximise AI success by adopting strategic approaches, mitigating risks, and leveraging expert partnerships to ensure effective and secure implementation.

By Grant Wild • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities
Software-as-a-Service

Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities

Organisations shifting to hybrid-cloud models for physical security are unveiling lucrative opportunities for channel partners to aid in their transition and innovation.

By Djeffri Setiawan • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
How AI can help developers boost the security of new code
Application Security

How AI can help developers boost the security of new code

AI tools are helping developers swiftly identify vulnerabilities in code without sacrificing security, but human oversight remains crucial. Teams must evolve to responsibly leverage AI's potential.

By Matias Madou • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
Three challenges for colocation facilities in scaling operations based on market demand
Hyperscale

Three challenges for colocation facilities in scaling operations based on market demand

Colocation facilities are on the rise but face scaling challenges. Rittal's modular and standardised solutions aim to address deployment cycles, standardisation, and harsh environments.

By Rittal • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
Celebrating International Women Engineering Day 2024
Hyperscale

Celebrating International Women Engineering Day 2024

Equinix celebrates International Women in Engineering Day 2024, highlighting strides in diversity and initiatives supporting women engineers in their careers and aspirations.

By Equinix • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

Australian retailers struggling to deliver best of breed eCommerce
Customer Relationship Management

Australian retailers struggling to deliver best of breed eCommerce

Australian retailers lag in eCommerce maturity, with 16.8% of sales online. While COVID and cost-of-living affects investment, Gen Y and Gen Z may push online sales to 33% by 2033.

By Teresa Sperti • 6 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Why automation will underpin a Future Made in Australia
Robotics

Why automation will underpin a Future Made in Australia

As Australia gears up for the next federal election, the Albanese Government emphasises automation and AI as keys to driving innovation in its Future Made in Australia policy.

By Lee Hawksley • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Why the answer to AI threats is not more AI
Malware

Why the answer to AI threats is not more AI

As AI transforms cybersecurity, experts warn that combating AI threats with more AI may not be the answer, suggesting a need for smarter, dynamic security controls.

By Trevor Dearing • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
How AI-powered automation is enabling the future of Australia's patient care
Generative AI

How AI-powered automation is enabling the future of Australia's patient care

AI-powered automation is revolutionising Australia's patient care, easing admin burdens, advancing research, and enabling efficient, personalised treatment.

By Lee Hawksley • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks
Unified Communications

The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks

As global tensions rise, state-sponsored cyber attacks on critical infrastructure could disrupt daily life, from power cuts to stolen personal data.

By Ian Thornton-Trump • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Cloud security is a shared responsibility – and AI can help
Software-as-a-Service

Cloud security is a shared responsibility – and AI can help

As Australian enterprises continue to invest heavily in cloud services, AI becomes vital for managing security in complex environments, addressing shadow IT and skill shortages.

By Tony Jarvis • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
Breaking barriers: a female engineer's journey in the data centre industry
DevOps

Breaking barriers: a female engineer's journey in the data centre industry

A pioneer in the data centre industry, a female engineer shares her journey from Imperial College to leading projects at B&W Engineering, advocating for gender equality in STEM.

By Kaki Liu • 4 min read • Sat, 22nd Jun 2024