Australia (Australian) stories - Page 8
Hidden travel fees cost Aussies as banks overcharge
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78% of Australians face hidden bank fees abroad, with traditional banks charging up to seven times more than fintech providers like Wise.
Sysdoc wins two awards for supporting NZ Defence Force change
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Sysdoc earned two awards at the 2024 Minister of Defence Awards for aiding NZ Defence Force's transformation with workforce and workflow improvements.
Victoria Police upgrades online crime reporting for efficiency
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Victoria Police has upgraded its Online Crime Reporting system with Serco to boost efficiency and allow officers to focus more on emergencies.
Asia Pacific faces AI data centre gap despite booming demand
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Asia Pacific faces a 15-25GW shortfall in AI-ready data centres by 2028 despite doubling capacity, due to power limits and evolving AI demands, CBRE warns.
Aussies slammed with hidden fees while using bank cards abroad
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New research reveals 78% of Aussie travellers face hidden bank card fees abroad, with charges costing some up to AUD $4,000 annually on holidays.
LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
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LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.
Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade
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Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.
Australia's data centre boom shifts to regional areas
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Australia's data centre market is booming, with regional sites rising fast due to AI advances and renewable energy, doubling facilities in five years.
Kimberly-Clark & Ofload launch electric truck for freight
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Kimberly-Clark Australia and Ofload have launched their first electric freight truck, aiming to pioneer zero-emission logistics across the country.
Decidr & eBev partner to bring AI procurement to hospitality
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Decidr partners with eBev to deploy AI procurement across 3,500 Australian hospitality venues, streamlining sourcing, pricing and inventory management.
Ipswich council partners with Workday to modernise HR systems
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Ipswich City Council teams up with Workday and Cognizant to modernise HR systems, aiming to boost efficiency and data security for 1,500 staff.
AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector
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AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.
Survey finds AI agents pose rising security risks for firms
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A survey reveals 82% of organisations use AI agents, yet only 44% secure them, amid rising concerns over their growing security risks.
Fortinet launches free digital safety curriculum for all schools
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Fortinet has launched a free digital safety curriculum for all Australian schools, aiming to boost cyber resilience among students and educators nationwide.
LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia
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LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.
Australian digital video ads lead APAC in engagement, but risks remain
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Australia leads APAC with top digital video ad engagement but faces rising ad fraud and brand safety risks, says Integral Ad Science report.
Atturra to acquire DalRae for up to AUD $20 million cash
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Atturra to acquire SAP specialist DalRae Solutions for up to AUD $20 million cash, aiming to boost its capabilities in SAP consulting and implementation.
Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims
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Optus teams with charity Escabags to provide free Escape Bags, including SIM cards, across Australia for domestic abuse victims seeking safety and support.
Zella DC unveils modular Max data centre for flexible edge IT
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Zella DC launches the purpose-built, 20-foot Zella Max modular data centre, boasting enhanced security, scalability, and energy-efficient cooling for flexible edge IT.
Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform
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Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m seed funding to expand its digital scoring platform for action sports globally, aiming to boost events and athlete performance.