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Melvin Hipolito
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Melvin, a maths teacher, seamlessly balances his analytical business skills, evident in his ability to streamline operations and create clear documentation, with a deep passion for the imaginative narratives of anime and comics, demonstrating a versatile mind that thrives on both logic and creativity.
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APAC financial sector faces 245% surge in DDoS attacks, report finds
3 days ago
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firewalls
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ddos
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network security
Financial institutions in APAC faced a 245% surge in DDoS attacks last year, accounting for 38% of global incidents amid rising digital vulnerabilities.
Legacy IT hampers rapid AI growth in Australian healthcare
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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mdm
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iot
Legacy IT systems hinder rapid AI growth in Australian healthcare, with 99% reliant on outdated tech despite AI use rising from 70% to 93% in 2025.
Sinch appoints Angus Mansfield to lead APAC channel sales growth
4 days ago
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cx
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martech
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genai
Sinch has named Angus Mansfield as Vice President of Channel Sales for APAC, aiming to expand partnerships and boost growth in the region’s booming customer communications market.
Canadian healthcare leads in AI despite outdated IT systems
4 days ago
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mdm
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iot
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ai
Canada’s healthcare sector leads in AI use for patient care but struggles with outdated IT systems, causing security risks and operational downtime.
Amperity launches Chuck Data AI agent for Databricks users
4 days ago
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data privacy
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agentic ai
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nlp
Amperity has launched Chuck Data, an AI agent for Databricks that streamlines customer data engineering with natural language commands and identity resolution.
USQ, Fortinet partner to boost cyber skills with free training
4 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The University of Southern Queensland partners with Fortinet to offer free cyber security certifications and training, boosting skills amid Australia's digital skills shortage.
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
4 days ago
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.
Apple unveils macOS Tahoe 26 with new design & AI features
4 days ago
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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api
Apple launches macOS Tahoe 26, featuring a sleek new design, enhanced Continuity, smarter Spotlight, and expanded AI tools for a seamless Mac experience.
Reolink marks 16 years with up to 40% off smart cameras sale
4 days ago
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smart home
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home security
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solar power
Reolink celebrates 16 years with up to 40% off smart cameras, including 4K models, solar-powered and 4G options, in a sale until 22 June.
Commvault boosts quantum-resilient security for data defence
4 days ago
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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encryption
Commvault enhances data defence with new quantum-resilient encryption, helping customers protect sensitive information against future quantum threats.
DroneShield to open European factory as exports top AUD $500 million
4 days ago
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drones
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supply chain
DroneShield will open its first European factory as exports to the continent surpass AUD $500 million, making Europe its largest market ahead of the US.
New Zealand climbs global digital ranking but equity lags
4 days ago
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cx
New Zealand rises to third in Adobe’s 2024 Digital Government Index with gains in service and performance, but digital equity still needs urgent improvement.
Semperis adds detection for BadSuccessor flaw in Windows 2025
4 days ago
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cybersecurity
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akamai
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enterprise security
Semperis adds detection for BadSuccessor flaw in Windows Server 2025, helping firms spot privilege escalation risks before a patch is released.
Orro appoints Anthony Woodward to lead strategy & growth
5 days ago
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telstra
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strategy
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orionvm
Orro has appointed Anthony Woodward as Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer to drive growth and lead its strategy across Australia from Sydney.
Optus appoints Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer
Last week
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uc
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data protection
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risk & compliance
Optus has appointed Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer to bolster data protection and customer security in Australia’s competitive telecom sector.
DeepHealth boosts ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode team
Last week
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ai
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population health management
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medical reporting
DeepHealth will enhance its ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode’s thyroid and breast imaging tech, boosting workflow efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.
Airwallex appoints board as ADI licence bid nears after USD $300 million funding
Last week
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fintech
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investment
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airwallex
Airwallex appoints a new board for its SVF unit as it nears an ADI licence in Australia, following a USD $300 million funding round valuing the company at USD $6.2 billion.
Fortinet boosts workspace security suite with AI & new tools
Last week
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malware
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uc
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firewalls
Fortinet launches AI-powered FortiMail Workspace Security suite to safeguard email, browsers, and collaboration tools amid rising hybrid work cyber threats.
Gallagher Security hosts record-breaking user event in Adelaide
Last week
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soc
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physical security
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digital entertainment
Gallagher Security's User Group event in Adelaide attracted over 100 professionals, marking its largest gathering with training, demos, and expert talks.
Exclusive Networks names Burachai Phaiboonnukulkij Thailand lead
Last week
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Exclusive Networks has appointed Burachai Phaiboonnukulkij as Country Manager for Thailand to lead cybersecurity growth amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.