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Legrand launches INSPYRA wiring range in Australia
Internet of Things

Legrand launches INSPYRA wiring range in Australia

Built for faster fitting and cleaner finishes, the range adds smart controls, USB-C charging and recycled materials to Australian projects.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Yesterday
Akamai names Louis Tague to lead Australia, New Zealand
Hybrid Cloud

Akamai names Louis Tague to lead Australia, New Zealand

The appointment comes as Akamai seeks to deepen local ties in Australia and New Zealand, where customers are combining cloud, security and AI spending.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago
EDB launches disaster recovery for WarehousePG analytics
Data Protection

EDB launches disaster recovery for WarehousePG analytics

Customers running petabyte-scale analytics can now recover full WarehousePG clusters after site outages, cutting downtime and data-loss risk.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Fasset raises USD $68 million in Series C led by SBI
Crypto

Fasset raises USD $68 million in Series C led by SBI

The valuation lifts Fasset into the ranks of privately held fintechs worth more than USD $1 billion as it expands cross-border settlement.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Reggy launches compliance software platform in Europe
Software-as-a-Service

Reggy launches compliance software platform in Europe

European firms face mounting compliance pressure as Reggy's platform aims to replace spreadsheets and consultants with one system for multiple regulations.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Australian tech leaders urge cyber recovery planning
Data Protection

Australian tech leaders urge cyber recovery planning

Rising AI-driven attacks are forcing businesses to test recovery plans before breaches hit, executives say, as minutes now matter.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • 3 days ago
DigiCert unveils speakers for Quantum Readiness Day
Data Protection

DigiCert unveils speakers for Quantum Readiness Day

Organisations face mounting pressure to map encryption risks and begin post-quantum migration work before future quantum computers weaken current protections.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console
Gaming

ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console

Developers can now keep deposits, rewards and player payouts inside their own titles as ZBD widens its payments push beyond mobile gaming.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

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GPACTS summit to focus on AI & compliance in Hyderabad
Data Protection

GPACTS summit to focus on AI & compliance in Hyderabad

Pharmaceutical leaders will weigh AI deployment risks against compliance and security demands at a summit drawing up to 400 executives in Hyderabad.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday
HashKey, Franklin Templeton launch tokenised fund in Asia
Fintech

HashKey, Franklin Templeton launch tokenised fund in Asia

Professional investors in Hong Kong can now access a tokenised US government money market fund, as Franklin Templeton broadens Asian distribution.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Interactive appoints Alfred Flokstra as Account Director
Disaster Recovery

Interactive appoints Alfred Flokstra as Account Director

The hire strengthens the provider's push into regulated finance as banks and insurers face tougher security, resilience and governance demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Yesterday
Rates cap will put squeeze on community groups, facilities - Marlborough deputy mayor
National Party

Rates cap will put squeeze on community groups, facilities - Marlborough deputy mayor

Funding for sports facilities and community grants could be cut as Marlborough council tries to stay within a 4% rates cap.

By Local Democracy Reporter • 4 min read • Yesterday
Revolut names Singapore advisory board to aid Asia push
Fintech

Revolut names Singapore advisory board to aid Asia push

The fintech group is adding local oversight as it seeks to build trust with regulators and expand in Singapore and across Asia.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Boards, not just IT teams, are accountable for cyber risk
Data Protection

Boards, not just IT teams, are accountable for cyber risk

New Australian rules leave directors exposed to fines and privacy claims if they sign off on cyber risk they cannot properly see.

By Ben Mudie • 3 min read • 2 days ago
New Zealand distributors eye grid upgrades as demand rises
Risk & Compliance

New Zealand distributors eye grid upgrades as demand rises

Rising electrification is forcing New Zealand distributors to prioritise grid resilience, data and investment planning as demand outpaces upgrades.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Australia's home batteries are now a cybersecurity compliance issue
IoT Security

Australia's home batteries are now a cybersecurity compliance issue

Millions of rooftop batteries are now subject to mandatory cyber standards as Canberra widens scrutiny of grid-connected home devices.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last week
Ohakune water outage raises questions internal review can't answer, councillor says
Risk & Compliance

Ohakune water outage raises questions internal review can't answer, councillor says

Residents of the Ruapehu town were left without taps for nearly three days after a pipeline break went undetected, prompting calls for outside scrutiny.

By Local Democracy Reporter • 3 min read • Last week