Industry News
Akamai launches zero trust platform
Akamai's new Guardicore platform combined Zero Trust Network Access with microsgmentation to stop attacks in their tracks. [ + ]
Australian ransomware payments average at $9.27 million
Data from Sophos suggests that Australian businesses falling victim to a ransomware attack coughed up an average of nearly $10 million in 2023. [ + ]
Uni students act as STEM mentors for high schools
High school students will be able to experience what it is like to study STEM in a university setting under a new science program. [ + ]
Australian SMEs looking to use automation to reduce payroll work
Australian SMEs are interested in more automation, as paying staff takes up to one week. [ + ]
What are parents worrying about the most?
The most common issues of concern for parents and carers in Australia have been highlighted by a new report. [ + ]
Vertiv launches AI-powered micro data centre
Vertiv's new SmartAisle 3 modular micro data centre platform uses the power of AI to maximise energy efficiency and minimise set-up times. [ + ]
Navigating the AI landscape in education
A new series of short films is being released by Curtin University, exploring how AI is reshaping traditional teaching paradigms. [ + ]
Recycled rubbish turned into plastic rulers for students
Students in the Willoughby local government area have had their recycled rubbish turned into plastic rulers, as they learn about the circular economy. [ + ]
VR-based classroom learning for speech therapy training
Start Beyond and the University of Newcastle have entered a partnership that will see VR-based learning used for speech therapy training. [ + ]
HPE launches Wi-Fi 7 access points
HPE's Aruba Networking has announced the launch of a line of Wi-Fi 7 access points that exceed the requirements of the Wi-Fi 7 standard. [ + ]
Cradlepoint launches 5G-ready SASE solution
Cradlepoint NetCloud SASE has been designed to combine SD-WAN and zero trust networking security capabilities into a single platform. [ + ]
Veeam buys ransomware response company Coveware
Veeam has arranged to augment its cyber extortion incident response capabilities with the acquisition of Coveware. [ + ]
Cognizant and Microsoft forge AI partnership
Cognizant and Microsoft will collaborate to develop AI applications harnessing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot that target specific industry verticals. [ + ]
Queensland's Something Digital Festival to return in August
Innovation heavyweights headlining Queensland's Digital Festival. [ + ]
Commvault arranges to buy Appranix
Cyber resilience provider Commvault plans to leverage its acquisition of Appranix to help customers more rapidly recover from a successful ransomware attack. [ + ]
