Investment stories - Page 9
Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Global investment in data centres hits USD $22 billion in five months, with asset-backed securitisations driving financial strategies, Linklaters reports.
Hydrogen fuel cells promise reliable power, zero emissions
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Hydrogen fuel cells, seen as the future of zero-emission power, come with significant CO2 reduction potential. Kohler invests in its sustainable adoption.
Australian executives predict AI-driven business growth in 2024
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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financial systems
A new survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals that 92.5% of Australian executives in MSPs and MSSPs foresee significant business growth driven by AI investments in the next year.
HSBC & BNY Mellon to pilot Quantexa's new AI technology
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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HSBC and BNY Mellon join Quantexa's Lighthouse Programme to deploy Q Assist, a context-aware generative AI suite, debuting at London Tech Week to optimise financial services.
AI in Commerce: Why retailers need to beware
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Retailers must tread cautiously with AI technology, where data quality and ethical use are critical for truly beneficial outcomes.
UK leads Europe in digital FDI growth despite overall decline
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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cloud services
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The UK has secured its position as Europe's top destination for digital FDI with 255 projects in 2023, according to EY's latest survey, outpacing the continent amidst a broader decline.
Majority of firms bolster SaaS security despite economic woes
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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cloud security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
A CSA survey shows that 70% of firms have dedicated SaaS security teams despite economic challenges, and 39% increased their SaaS cybersecurity budgets.
Finance professionals lead in AI adoption, report reveals
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Finance professionals lead AI adoption, with 63% utilising it for fraud detection and risk management. Marketing and sales show lower usage at 27% and 19%.
Australian customer experience quality stagnates or declines
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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Forrester's report reveals that customer experience quality in Australia has stagnated or declined since 2020, with banks and government sectors hit hardest.
New Zealand’s Fingermark secures major investment from Ecolab
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Fingermark secures multimillion-dollar investment from Ecolab, aiming to revolutionise global Quick Service Restaurants with advanced automation technology.
Freelancer appoints Catcha Group CEO Patrick Grove to board
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Freelancer appoints Catcha Group CEO Patrick Grove as Non-Executive Director to its Board, aiming to leverage his tech sector expertise to drive growth.
Google.org invests major $1.5 million boost to enhance AI
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Google.org is investing another USD $1.5 million to boost AI capabilities for humanitarian and environmental nonprofits across the Asia-Pacific.
Australian & Kiwi SMBs increase AI investments for growth
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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edge computing
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
SMBs in Australia and New Zealand are ramping up AI investments, with nearly half planning major boosts over five years to drive growth and innovation, a survey reveals.
Jio launches 'JioFinance' app to revolutionise digital banking
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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payment technologies
Jio Financial Services launches the 'JioFinance' app beta, aiming to revolutionise digital banking and financial activities for Indian citizens.
McConnell Dowell invests in tech to enhance Melbourne projects
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
McConnell Dowell partners with TechnologyOne to bolster Melbourne's key infrastructure projects through a GBP £45 million investment in cutting-edge SaaS technology.
UK science superpower aspirations hindered by short-termism
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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skills gap
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funding
A new report from the Council on Geostrategy criticises the UK's short-termism, hindering its science and tech ambitions, as a snap election looms.
Google invests USD $5 billion in data centre expansion in Singapore
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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Google completes USD $5 billion data centre expansion in Singapore, bolstering the city's position as a regional tech hub and supporting AI-driven economic growth.
How Ed Husic’s proposal could encourage AI & automation investment
Sun, 2nd Jun 2024
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Australian CEOs support Ed Husic’s tax cut proposal for AI and automation, eyeing reduced costs and shifts to local manufacturing as crucial benefits.
Switch Datacenters unveils AMS4, enhancing Amsterdam's digital hub
Sat, 1st Jun 2024
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commerce systems
Switch Datacenters launches AMS4, a 15-18 MW facility in Amsterdam, marking a significant boost to the city's digital infrastructure amid growing service demand.
Tanium appoints Rani Johnson, Tim Millikin to board of directors
Fri, 31st May 2024
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tanium
Tanium appoints Workday CIO Rani Johnson and TPG's Tim Millikin to its board, aiming to leverage their expertise for accelerated growth and strategic innovation.