Transparency stories
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Elastic reintroduces open source licence for Elasticsearch & Kibana
2 days ago
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search
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transparency
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cloud services
Elastic reintroduces an open-source licence to Elasticsearch and Kibana, marking a return to more transparent and community-driven development with AGPL.
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Australian councils partner with SurePact for grant management
3 days ago
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transparency
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funding
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software
Four regional Australian councils have teamed up with SurePact to overhaul grant management, aiming to replace outdated methods with a streamlined software solution.
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Quantaco acquires CTB AND CO to dominate hospitality tech
4 days ago
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transparency
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hospitality
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australian
Quantaco has acquired kitchen management software firm CTB AND CO, aiming to become Australia’s largest hospitality tech provider with a comprehensive product suite.
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Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
4 days ago
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payment technologies
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nz
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commerce commission
Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.
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Elastic adds AGPL option to Elasticsearch & Kibana licences
Last week
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open source
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software development
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elastic
Elastic has added the AGPL license to Elasticsearch and Kibana, reaffirming its commitment to open source and fostering greater collaboration and innovation.
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Creating a culture of belonging for every board member
Last week
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dei
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diligent
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asx
Creating a culture of belonging on boards is crucial for leveraging diverse perspectives, driving innovation, and enhancing long-term organisational performance.
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Survey reveals deepening distrust in corporate data practices
Last week
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data privacy
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transparency
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control
A PrivacyEngine survey of 1.3 million people globally reveals that 60% of consumers feel their personal data is misused, shaking trust in corporate data practices.
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Virtualstock & commercetools partner to automate retail ops
Last week
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transparency
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onboarding
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customer service
Virtualstock and commercetools have formed a strategic alliance to automate and enhance retail efficiency through seamless order and inventory management.
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Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector
Last week
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robots
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data analytics
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ai
Australia's food sector eyes AI to boost efficiency and transparency. While major firms embrace AI, smaller players need strategic guidance to leverage its benefits.
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Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby discusses responsible AI innovation
Last month
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martech
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physical security
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power / energy
Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby has stressed the company's commitment to responsible innovation in AI, focusing on transparency, trust, and sustainability.
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MicroLED revolution: The bright future of automotive displays and lighting
Last month
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cartech
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displays & projectors
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ar, vr & metaverse
MicroLED technology is set to revolutionise the automotive industry with brighter, more durable, and energy-efficient displays and lighting, enhancing both safety and efficiency in future vehicles.
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Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement
Last month
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edutech
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surveillance
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software
Logic Wireless to distribute Motorola Solutions' Body Worn Video portfolio across Australasia, providing cutting-edge security solutions for diverse sectors.
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FoodByUs unveils price tracking to help venues combat costs
Last month
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ai
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transparency
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restaurants
FoodByUs launches Price Tracking feature in Australia, giving 90,000 venues real-time pricing insights to optimise purchasing, cut costs, and boost profits.
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Unlocking the potential of AI for good in smart cities
Last month
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smart cities
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data analytics
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ai
AI for Good is key to transforming urban environments into Smart Cities by enhancing public safety, optimising traffic, and improving citizen satisfaction, states SenSen’s new white paper.
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How GenAIxOps revolutionises modern IT operations management and drives business success
Last month
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edutech
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it training
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cloud services
GenAIxOps unites generative AI, AIOps, and cross-domain observability, revolutionising IT operations for businesses, boosting efficiency, security, and cost savings.
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Ripple partners begin beta testing of new stablecoin Ripple USD
Last month
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blockchain
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cloud services
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transparency
Ripple partners start beta testing of Ripple USD stablecoin, eyeing a 2023 launch to enhance cross-border payments and drive innovation with DIFC support.
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Alex Stamos appointed new CISO at SentinelOne
Last month
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cybersecurity
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
SentinelOne has named Alex Stamos as CISO. Stamos, formerly with Meta and Yahoo!, aims to drive secure system development amidst rising cyber threats.
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Kiwi Mobile tackles NZD $400 million in wasted mobile data
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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uc
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commerce commission
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nz
New Zealanders waste NZD $400 million yearly on unused mobile data. Kiwi Mobile aims to change this with its new Endless plan, charging only for data used.
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Businesses aware of AI risks but lack proper controls says study
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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hcm
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
A study by Sapio Research reveals 93% of businesses are aware of AI risks, yet only 46% have formal usage guidelines, exposing gaps in oversight and control.
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EU AI Act sets new global standard for ethical AI use
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data privacy
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biometrics
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ai
The EU AI Act, effective 1st August 2024, heralds significant regulatory changes for businesses and tech firms, setting a global benchmark for ethical AI use.