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Lenovo announces suite of AI-centric infrastructure systems and solutions to boost hybrid AI innovation for data-heavy sectors.

ADT New Zealand disrupts the home security industry with a do-it-yourself solution offering swift installation and advanced protection, without long-term contracts or waiting times for technicians.

Foodstuffs South Island champions a 14-month cloud transformation with SAP S/4 HANA RISE, optimising operations, reducing food waste, and boosting customer insights for the New Zealand-based grocery giant.

Lenovo ISG reveals a suite of AI-centric infrastructure systems aimed at driving hybrid AI innovation, in partnership with AMD and including the ThinkSystem SR685a V3 8GPU server for high-performance AI workloads.

B&Q inks partnership with Rithum to improve its e-commerce strategy, bolster marketplace expansion, and reduce new product enlistment time by half.

UK power solutions provider, Critical Power Supplies (CPS), assigns three senior staff members, strengthening their executive team to respond to growing national backup power demand.

Cyber scammers exploit Evri, Amazon, and PayPal brands with phishing schemes, reveals a new study by tech retailer, Currys, indicating a rising threat of such scams.

A recent QBE Singapore survey has indicated a decline in awareness of cyber threats among Singaporean SMEs, down 10% in a year, while AI's productivity influence is recognised, despite job replacement fears.

ADLINK Technology unveils its first Intel Arc A380E GPU-based graphics card, the EGX-PCIE-A380E, tailored for commercial gaming and Edge AI applications.

SMS revolution's downside: Europe tackles fraud epidemic through stringent data laws and sender verification in fight to preserve trust.

PayComplete's Cash Chasm report highlights challenges in cash handling, with 41% of businesses reliant on manual processes and risking losses.

The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.

Singapore fintech startup, Qashier, secures in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, paving the way for diversified payment offerings.

E-commerce retailers should prioritise improving customer experience over merely pursuing tech advances, according to Convergence.

Cognizant and Microsoft enhance partnership to bring Microsoft's generative AI, including the 365 Copilot tool, to millions.

The global powered smart card market is forecast to surge to $24.2bn by 2034, driven by enhanced functionality and advanced security features.

ADLINK Technology, an edge computing operator, introduces two high-performing modules utilising Intel's Atom processors. These modules are optimised for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and emphasise durability and temperature adaptability.

Noel Leeming launches a trade-in scheme allowing New Zealand customers to exchange old electronics for gift cards, promoting both sustainability and affordable tech upgrades.

Australia's SMEs foresee a drop in turnover by year-end, while Prospa and Xero partner to ease financial administrative tasks for these businesses.

Ransomware victims surge nearly 20% YoY in Q1 2024, with active ransomware groups increasing by 55% despite law enforcement efforts.