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Time to think about user charging
Wellington City Council

Time to think about user charging

Tolls and other user charges could help fund New Zealand’s roads and water networks, while easing pressure on taxpayers and congestion.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
ACE emphasizes need for strategic Copilot adoption plans
Data Analytics

ACE emphasizes need for strategic Copilot adoption plans

ACE stresses the importance of a strategic plan for adopting Microsoft's Copilot AI, warning against haphazard roll-outs that waste resources.

By ACE Training • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

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Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences
Cybersecurity

Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences

As the cybersecurity landscape intensifies, Microsoft Copilot for Security emerges as a CISO ally by enhancing incident reporting, threat prevention, and team upskilling.

By Micah Heaton • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
CommScope highlights key cabling considerations for AI data centers
Hyperscale

CommScope highlights key cabling considerations for AI data centers

CommScope outlines essential cabling strategies for AI data centres, highlighting how innovative approaches can optimise performance, reduce costs, and support AI growth.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software
Virtualisation

Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software

As more businesses embrace open-source software for its affordability, experts warn of significant risks, including vulnerabilities and unverified code provenance.

By Craig Searle • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning
AI Security

CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning

CrowdStrike's global outage highlights the critical need for disaster preparedness and business continuity, with experts stressing robust recovery plans and clear communication.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Paladin partners with NATO DIANA to boost secure tech investments
Cloud Services

Paladin partners with NATO DIANA to boost secure tech investments

Paladin Capital Group partners with NATO's DIANA to bolster trust, safety, and security in global dual-use tech investments, aligning on key principles to protect democracies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Global IT outage disrupts key sectors, spurs calls for reform
Microsoft

Global IT outage disrupts key sectors, spurs calls for reform

A major global IT outage has disrupted airlines, media, and banking sectors, exposing reliance vulnerabilities on shared cloud-based platforms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
How payment service providers and merchants can enhance the eCommerce payment experience
Customer Experience

How payment service providers and merchants can enhance the eCommerce payment experience

As eCommerce surges towards a projected USD $9.3 trillion by 2027, merchants and payment providers must enhance security and convenience to reduce cart abandonment.

By Jukka Yliuntinen • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats
Cloud Security

Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats

Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
New Relic's annual ESG report highlights sustainability efforts
Power / Energy

New Relic's annual ESG report highlights sustainability efforts

New Relic's latest ESG report reveals significant strides in sustainability, including 100% renewable energy use and expansion of its student programme to over 1,400 participants.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
IFS acquires EmpowerMX to enhance aviation maintenance AI
Digital Transformation

IFS acquires EmpowerMX to enhance aviation maintenance AI

IFS acquires EmpowerMX, enhancing AI-driven aviation MRO solutions for major airlines. This merger promises bolstered capabilities, innovation, and industry leadership.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

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Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation
Physical Security

Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation

Experts are voicing concerns and insights as the EU AI Act, due to take effect on 1 August 2024, introduces new compliance challenges for the tech sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Chronos Agency expands to Australia amid ecommerce demand shift
Customer Experience

Chronos Agency expands to Australia amid ecommerce demand shift

Chronos Agency has expanded into Australia, appointing Nina Jung as Chief Revenue Officer, as demand grows for sustainable ecommerce strategies focused on customer retention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany
Data centers

CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany

CyrusOne breaks ground on its EUR €1 billion FRA7 data centre in Frankfurt, aiming for 81MW capacity and sustainability goals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
United Kingdom to introduce stricter AI Bill in King's Speech
Marketing Technologies

United Kingdom to introduce stricter AI Bill in King's Speech

The UK government announced an AI Bill in the King's Speech, aiming to shift from flexible frameworks to binding regulations ensuring responsible AI use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
UK banks lead AI talent hiring surge as Europe catches up
HSBC

UK banks lead AI talent hiring surge as Europe catches up

UK and European banks ramp up AI recruitment to boost workforce productivity, with a 12% rise in AI roles in UK banks and Deutsche Bank and Santander leading efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024