Global Stories

Snowflake enhances platform with AI & security features

Snowflake unveils upgrades to its platform, enhancing data management and AI capabilities with advanced security features for enterprises.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

Risk & Compliance

Wolters Kluwer unveils new TeamMate+ audit features

Wolters Kluwer has enhanced its TeamMate+ audit platform with Multi-Year Audit Planning and a Business Rules Engine, aiding internal audit teams globally.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

Data Analytics

A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals

A new report reveals that 76% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand are optimised for AI, positioning them as leaders in the technology sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts

With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

Hybrid Cloud

Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business

Cloudera has unveiled its no-code RAG Studio, enabling firms to swiftly deploy custom AI chatbots that leverage real-time enterprise data for improved efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks

Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Data Analytics

AWS unveils next-gen SageMaker for unified AI solutions

Amazon Web Services has unveiled a new generation of its SageMaker platform, enhancing data access and AI capabilities for users like NatWest Group.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Kiteworks predicts key cybersecurity trends for 2025

Kiteworks forecasts 12 key cybersecurity trends for 2025, highlighting the urgency of protecting sensitive data amid rising threats and regulatory pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Trustwave launches new Microsoft Security Accelerators

Trustwave has unveiled two new Microsoft Security Accelerators designed to enhance security maturity and reveal cost-saving opportunities for businesses.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Data Analytics

Before AI delivers results, CFOs need to rethink their data strategies

As CFOs consider AI integration, they must address data challenges to ensure accuracy and reliability for effective decision-making in finance.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Data Analytics

Snowflake unveils new AI platform to simplify data use

Snowflake has launched Snowflake Intelligence, a new platform that simplifies user interaction with enterprise data and enhances AI capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Artificial Intelligence

UK, France, and Belgium face AI integration hurdles

A recent survey reveals that IT leaders in the UK, France, and Belgium face significant challenges integrating AI, despite recognising its transformative potential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

Cloud Services

UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades

A new study reveals that 94% of financial institutions in the UK and US anticipate rising data budgets, raising concerns over cost control amid increasing expenses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

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

Digital Transformation

Blue Connections IT appoints new Head of Microsoft and Cloud

Blue Connections IT appoints Katrina Marques as Head of Microsoft and Cloud, aiming to strengthen cloud solutions in response to surging demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation

Australian businesses must prioritise foundational data management over AI and cybersecurity to secure competitive advantages in digital transformation.

By John Harding • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Ransomware

Global survey highlights data classification for resilience

A recent survey by NetApp reveals over 54% of organisations faced cyberattacks in the past year, underlining the urgent need for data classification to enhance recovery.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Don't let your company make headlines for all the wrong reasons

New APRA regulations demand Australian financial firms enhance cybersecurity measures or face hefty penalties, after rising data breaches affect millions.

By Andy Milburn • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024