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How IT security is evolving from products to enabler

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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As businesses navigate digital transformation, CISOs are urged to shift focus from mere defence to strategic enablers, driving operational growth and resilience.
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Ten cities receive USD $100,000 in grants Rimini Street Foundation

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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it automation
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vmware
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sap
Melbourne has been chosen as one of ten cities to receive a USD $10,000 grant from the Rimini Street Foundation as part of its USD $100,000 charitable initiative.
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NZ Safety Blackwoods halves cycle time with tech upgrade

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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modernisation
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automation
NZ Safety Blackwoods has halved the time for its annual cycle count after implementing Manhattan SCALE, boosting efficiency and reducing picking errors significantly.
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Infinigate boosts revenue by 14%, surpassing EUR €2 billion

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Infinigate has reported a 14% revenue increase across EMEA and ANZ in the last quarter, surpassing EUR €2 billion globally amid economic challenges.
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Bitfi introduces ApeShift for instant Bitcoin transactions

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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gaming
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crypto
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blockchain
Bitfi has launched ApeShift, a platform enabling instant Bitcoin payments on the base layer, aiming to overcome high fees and slow confirmations.
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Wolters Kluwer report explores integrated assurance trends

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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uc
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
Wolters Kluwer's latest report reveals significant challenges for internal auditors, highlighting 40% of firms struggle with duplicative assurance efforts.
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AI legal tech Ivo raises USD $16 million to scale solutions

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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investment
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AI legal tech firm Ivo has successfully secured USD $16 million in Series A funding, aiming to expand its AI-powered contract review platform.
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Deel secures significant $300 million from new investors

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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saas
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hcm
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payroll systems
Deel has secured nearly $300 million from new anchor investors, pushing its annual run-rate to $800 million, a 70% year-on-year growth.
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DTCC unveils ComposerX for digital assets lifecycle management

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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blockchain
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financial systems
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smart contracts
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation has unveiled ComposerX, a groundbreaking suite aimed at streamlining digital asset management for financial firms.
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Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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genai
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Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.
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Gen Z & millennials prioritise quality amid cost crisis

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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clean technologies
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cloud services
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sustainability
New research reveals Gen Z and millennials are transforming luxury shopping habits by prioritising quality, sustainability, and secure payments during the cost-of-living crisis.
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UBS report: entrepreneurs eye AI for industry growth

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
UBS has launched its first Global Entrepreneur Report, revealing that 62% of entrepreneurs see AI as their greatest business opportunity amidst economic uncertainties.
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Mostly AI launches open-source toolkit for synthetic data

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Austrian firm MOSTLY AI has launched the first open-source toolkit for generating synthetic data, enabling businesses to train AI models while safeguarding privacy.
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Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
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Tech firms lag in CSRD audit readiness, says Semarchy survey

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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partner programmes
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it budget
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data management
A Semarchy study reveals only 16% of tech and professional services firms are audit-ready for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, raising data concerns.
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AI reshaping procurement & security: experts weigh in

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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procurement
The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping procurement and cybersecurity, as firms look to harness its potential while safeguarding critical data.
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CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cfo
A recent Gartner survey reveals CFOs are broadening their roles, now heavily involved in data analytics, risk management, and AI strategies, enhancing enterprise profitability.
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Dee McGrath announces retirement from MUFG, Lombardo to lead

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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banking
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financial services
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job moves
MUFG Pension & Market Services announces CEO Dee McGrath will retire on 30 June 2025, with Frank Lombardo appointed to lead its Australia and New Zealand operations.
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Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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martech
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Employment Hero has surpassed AUD $250 million in annualised recurring revenue, bolstering its mission to streamline employment processes for over 300,000 global businesses.
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Securing Auckland City Mission's future with Gallagher Command Centre

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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surveillance
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cloud security
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physical security
Auckland City Mission upgrades security for its new GBP £110 million HomeGround facility using Gallagher's advanced Command Centre technology, enhancing safety.