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The move widens defences for businesses as AI systems become a bigger target for attackers and zero-day flaws multiply across enterprise software.
Most manufacturers now see digital tools as necessary to stay competitive, but data use gaps, cyber risk and skills shortages remain.
Australian firms face rising cyber and compliance costs as OpenText adds tools to govern AI use, data access and application risks.
Businesses may see faster resolutions as Zendesk ties charges to verified outcomes and expands AI agents across service channels.
Many projects remain stuck at proof of concept as businesses wrestle with data governance, security and agent oversight before scaling AI.
Survey data suggest trust, not demand, is the main hurdle as Bitcoin-backed consumer lending expands from a USD $3 billion base.
SMBs in Australia and New Zealand could cut the cost and complexity of cyber certification through a new channel-led package.
Irish sports tech firms are targeting teams and venues across Australia and New Zealand as Enterprise Ireland steps up a regional push.
The retailer now has a single payments view across five markets, helping it cut fragmentation and prepare for Black Friday demand.
Lesser-known ERP tools are already cutting month-end work, from reconciliation and AP to forecasting, if the data underneath is clean enough.
NZ households can now get sharper outdoor surveillance as 2K video becomes standard across Ring's camera range, with prices from NZD $319.
The five-year deal could ease upfront costs for fans and boost spending on tickets, food and merchandise at one of Australia's busiest arenas.
Cash-flow strain is deepening as overdue invoices and tax debts rise, with smaller firms hardest hit by higher rates and costs.
Many small firms cannot block the attack with email or antivirus tools because it tricks staff into running malicious commands themselves.
The New Zealand software group is targeting sectors hit by labour shortages and compliance risks as it builds a local team through 2026.
The wins could bolster Gigabyte's premium motherboard push, with the four boards now on sale in Australia through authorised retailers and distributors.
Households facing tighter budgets may find relief in discounts of up to AUD $1,200 on iPhones, plus cheaper plans and broadband.
Small businesses can now diagnose trust gaps in marketing campaigns through Claude or ChatGPT without paying for RAMMP's score itself.
Only 11% of organisations are confident they can meet post-quantum deadlines, as legacy systems and tight budgets slow Australian preparations.
The contract gives the group its first dedicated foothold in Australian government and regulatory content as states modernise aging legislative systems.
