Australian stories
Avalara has secured a place in G2's 2025 Best Software Awards, celebrated for the third time in the Best Accounting and Finance Products category.
As Australia approaches 2025, businesses are shifting focus from data protection to cyber resilience, adapting to the rising threats from ransomware and evolving technologies.
Two thirds of APAC firms exceeded their 2024 cloud storage budgets, with nearly half of spending consumed by fees rather than actual storage costs.
As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.
Amazon has launched its Amazon Nova foundation models in the AWS Asia Pacific (Sydney) Region, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for local businesses.
Elastic has unveiled the winners of its 2025 Partner Awards for Australia and New Zealand, recognising key players advancing AI innovation with Search AI.
Women in Australia's IT sector face a significant gender gap, with only 23% of graduates being female, yet opportunities for growth and mentorship abound.
As International Women's Day highlights the slow progress of gender diversity in tech, experts call for a re-evaluation of skillsets to foster innovation and inclusion.
Melbourne-based healthcare AI firm Heidi has raised USD $16.6 million to enhance its services, aiming to reduce clinicians' administrative burden and improve patient care.
Afterpay's Afterpay Day Unlocked: 2025 report reveals a surge in consumer interest, with 50% of customers ready to seize retail opportunities this year.
March saw a dramatic 20% drop in global crypto market cap, driven by trade tensions and a major exchange hack, with stablecoins hitting USD $224 billion.
Australian IT leaders urge the government to enhance cybersecurity protections for businesses, with 81% calling for greater support against rising cyber threats.
A new report reveals a pivotal shift in Australian firms towards skills-based workforce management, with 93% of leaders open to hiring based on skills profiles.
Körber Supply Chain Software has rebranded as Infios, reflecting a commitment to modernising supply chain solutions in an evolving global market.
Demand for cloud and AI workloads is driving new Australian data centre capacity as Partners Group backs GreenSquareDC with up to A$1.2 billion.
LG Electronics Australia has launched a pre-order promotion for its 2025 range of gaming monitors and laptops, offering up to 30% discounts from 12 to 26 March.
Australia's largest student hackathon, Unihack, returns from 14-16 March 2025, backed by major sponsor Logitech, with an expected 600 participants.
NEC Australia has appointed Mike Sellars as Vice President – Chief Technology Office, enhancing its technology strategy and commitment to innovation.
A report reveals New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold for customer service in 2024, with two-thirds considering switching providers due to delays.
