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Global consultation opens on how to measure a building’s emissions
Energy efficient

Global consultation opens on how to measure a building’s emissions

A new global standard could give builders and lenders a common way to compare a building’s whole-life greenhouse gas emissions.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024
Rents increasing twice as much as normal
National Party

Rents increasing twice as much as normal

New data show annual rent growth hit 6.1% in October, as tight supply and strong migration keep pressure on tenants.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2023

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A new kind of PC is coming: From personal computer to innovation enabler
Unified Communications

A new kind of PC is coming: From personal computer to innovation enabler

Generative AI is transforming personal computers (PCs) from mere consumer technology to platforms for innovation, set to revolutionise the way we live and work.

By Brad Pulford • 5 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
SAP announces Angela Colantuono as new President for Australian & NZ markets
Digital Transformation

SAP announces Angela Colantuono as new President for Australian & NZ markets

Angela Colantuono has succeeded Damien Bueno as the new President and Managing Director for SAP Australia and New Zealand, aiming to accelerate customer's move to cloud.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Telecoms industry faces emerging GenAI-related cyber risks, EY report warns
Unified Communications

Telecoms industry faces emerging GenAI-related cyber risks, EY report warns

Rising GenAI use in telecoms sector prompts cyber resilience concerns, necessitating revised data strategies, warns EY report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
Quantum leap in AI & data ethics anticipated in 2024
Data governance

Quantum leap in AI & data ethics anticipated in 2024

Next year will mark significant progress in artificial intelligence, data control and ethics, according to new predictions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Mambu reveals financial services trends for 2024 in annual report
Digital Transformation

Mambu reveals financial services trends for 2024 in annual report

Mambu's annual report reveals key trends set to shape the 2024 financial services landscape, with a focus on Asia Pacific.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Generative AI's future in law hinges on trustworthy knowledge repositories
Data Protection

Generative AI's future in law hinges on trustworthy knowledge repositories

The future of generative AI in the legal sector depends on the creation of reliable knowledge repositories, says Lexsoft Systems CEO.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Australians least confident in AI, reveals global Workday study
Data Analytics

Australians least confident in AI, reveals global Workday study

Australian businesses express the highest global distrust in AI technology, with 60% showing scepticism, according to a study by cloud applications provider, Workday.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024
Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach
Robotics

Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach

Australia's Federal government's risk-based approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation is seen as a critical move for Australia's economy and societal growth, according to ACS.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
EU chief urges Europe to boost AI initiatives at Davos
Unified Communications

EU chief urges Europe to boost AI initiatives at Davos

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen urges Europe to increase AI adoption for competitiveness at the World Economic Forum.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Singapore firms prioritise AI and cloud in 2024 IT investments
Edge Computing

Singapore firms prioritise AI and cloud in 2024 IT investments

Nearly all Singapore firms plan to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and boost cloud tech in 2024, despite hurdles in IT skills and infrastructure support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Darren Gladman becomes Energy Policy Manager at SMA Australia
Power / Energy

Darren Gladman becomes Energy Policy Manager at SMA Australia

Climate and energy policy veteran, Darren Gladman, assumes the pivotal role of Energy Policy and Regulatory Manager at SMA Australia, aiming to effect climate-friendly energy reforms.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
LPBank teams up with Finastra & NGS for digital treasury overhaul
Digital Transformation

LPBank teams up with Finastra & NGS for digital treasury overhaul

Lien Viet Post Joint Stock Commercial Bank (LPBank) joins forces with Finastra and NGS to drive digital transformation and elevate its treasury capabilities, enhancing operational efficiency and governance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2024
UK businesses call for increased government investment in AI sector
Data Protection

UK businesses call for increased government investment in AI sector

43% of UK businesses call for increased government investment in the artificial intelligence sector, reveals Zoho survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Alteryx study reveals potential AI impact on future enterprise in Singapore
Data governance

Alteryx study reveals potential AI impact on future enterprise in Singapore

Alteryx's study predicts AI's considerable role in shaping future Singaporean enterprises, with 78% of leaders saying AI is already impacting their organisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
Alteryx study reveals how AI is shaping the enterprise of the future
Digital Transformation

Alteryx study reveals how AI is shaping the enterprise of the future

Alteryx study reveals insights into how artificial intelligence (AI) will shape future enterprises, based on data from 2800 global decision-makers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023