Digital Economy stories
Exclusive: Mandatory ransomware reporting key to Australia's cyber resilience
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Australia is set to enhance its cybersecurity by introducing mandatory reporting laws for ransomware payments, aiming to strengthen national resilience against cyber extortion.
The rise of data centers in India's tier 2 and 3 cities
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India's tier 2 and 3 cities are emerging as vital hubs for the data centre industry, driven by local demand and government support for digital infrastructure.
Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs
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Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.
Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise
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Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.
Emerging tech trends in Australia: What to expect in 2025
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As Australia gears up for 2025, trends in quantum technology, AI training, and cybersecurity are set to reshape the nation's business landscape and growth potential.
Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust
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Paul Henaghan highlights the pressing challenges in Australia's cyber security, noting consumer distrust in data handling among local enterprises.
Building consumer trust and cyber resilience in Australia
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A recent study reveals that 88% of Australians want consent before their data is used in AI, highlighting deep-seated concerns over data security.
Uber Direct partners with Grozeo for rapid delivery service
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Uber Direct has teamed up with Grozeo to offer small and medium retailers rapid delivery services, enabling faster item delivery within two hours.
Hexa & Equinix partner to boost Asia-US connectivity
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Hexa Capital Consultancy has partnered with Equinix to enhance connectivity between Asia-Pacific and the United States via the new MYUS cable.
STT GDC partners with Zenlayer to enhance data connectivity
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ST Telemedia Global Data Centres partners with Zenlayer to enhance private connectivity across Southeast Asia's data centre platform, boosting performance.
ScotlandIS launches 2025 tech industry survey for insights
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ScotlandIS has launched its annual Technology Industry survey, seeking insights from the tech sector to inform its 2025 report amidst ongoing challenges.
BrioHR enhances Malaysia's role in global HR technology
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BrioHR is boosting Malaysia's status in the global HR tech sector, aiming to transform workforce management amid strong support and economic growth.
Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power
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Equinix has signed a new renewable energy agreement with Sembcorp Power to generate 58.5 MWp of solar energy for its Singapore data centres from 2029.
Southeast Asia sees surge in web threats amid digital shift
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Southeast Asia faced an alarming average of 146,944 web threats daily in H1 2024, with Malaysia leading at 19,615,255 incidents, Kaspersky warns.
Bridging the cloud skills gap: How a simple solution can secure business growth
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As Australian businesses face a staggering digital skills gap costing GBP £2 billion annually, companies are turning to Network as a Service for solutions.
Equinix & NUS to launch sustainable data centre hub
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Equinix and the National University of Singapore are launching a Co-Innovation Facility in Singapore to develop sustainable solutions for data centres.
Exclusive: How Aus3C is strengthening data security through new framework initiative
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The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is launching a Voluntary Data Classification Framework to bolster cybersecurity and assist businesses, especially SMEs.
Microsoft launches new Innovation Hub in North Sydney
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Microsoft has launched a new Innovation Hub in North Sydney to aid Australian firms in leveraging AI and other technologies for competitive advantage.
JLL secures significant plot for digital firm in Thailand
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JLL Thailand has brokered a major real estate deal on Bangna-Trat Road, signalling the nation's evolving role as a digital infrastructure hub.
FPT & Ericsson partner to boost 5G in Vietnam
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FPT and Ericsson have teamed up to enhance 5G technology and AI adoption in Vietnam, aiming to revolutionise sectors like healthcare and retail.