Opinion stories
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
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firewalls
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network security
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cx
Managed service providers can boost renewals and upsell revenue by turning hidden security work into clear, customer-ready reports that prove value.
Modern slavery reporting is forcing manufacturers to rethink labour practices at home
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
Australian manufacturers are being pushed to tighten oversight of labour hire, casual staff and payroll systems as modern slavery rules widen scrutiny at home.
The real-time data solution to the AI energy problem
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Australia's AI data-centre boom could be tamed by real-time streaming, cutting power use as batch processing pushes energy costs higher.
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
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gaming
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blockchain
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physical security
World IP Day spotlights how sports brands' trademark wars, NFT disputes and licensing fights underpin billions in commercial value.
KYC for online gambling & gaming in Australia: A compliance guide
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gaming
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data protection
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surveillance
Australia's online gambling operators face tighter identity checks as regulators intensify scrutiny over fraud, money laundering and responsible gaming.
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
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firewalls
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vpns
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ransomware
Unpatched VPN gateways are leaving organisations open to ransomware and outages, as modern Zero Trust access cuts off the exposed front door.
Agentic era and the UI transition
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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fintech
Agentic commerce is forcing firms to rethink websites, as AI agents bypass ads and clicks for API-driven transactions.
When identity becomes the payment rail
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data protection
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digital transformation
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fintech
EU wallet rules could turn digital identity into the next payments backbone, forcing banks to rethink onboarding, fraud and customer trust.
BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
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iot
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smart home
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power / energy
Bluetti brings a slim, quiet battery backup to Kickstarter, promising longer fridge runtime, smart app controls and expandable home resilience.
Why Australia's AI boom demands a new era of energy efficiency
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storage
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
Australia's AI surge is exposing the cost of power-hungry infrastructure, as businesses are urged to rethink data centre efficiency and procurement.
How MSPs can win more clients by showing up where CIOs are already looking
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
MSPs that boost search visibility and editorial presence can land on CIO shortlists sooner, as Australian buyers research vendors before contact.
Every tech vendor looks credible online. Here's how to tell which ones actually are
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saas
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digital transformation
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martech
How CIOs can separate mere digital visibility from genuine market authority by checking for earned media, independent coverage and peer trust.
From reseller to risk advisor: What the shift means for your email and hosting conversations
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digital transformation
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cx
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phishing
MSPs are turning email and hosting renewals into risk-led advisory wins, with higher margins and stronger client ties in the Australian channel.
Not all automation technology is created equal: choosing the right tool for the right challenge
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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erp
Defence contractors urged to pair generative AI with deterministic software as regulated bids face compliance, audit and security risks.
10 essential WordPress plugins every business website needs
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storage
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dr
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data analytics
WordPress plugins can boost security, speed and search visibility for business sites, with experts highlighting the must-have tools firms should install.
Debunking the myths holding back asset performance management
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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iot
AI is helping industrial leaders move beyond reactive fixes as new asset performance tools cut downtime, cost and risk across critical operations.
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds
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gaming
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uc
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iot
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds: why a better router, smarter placement and wireless alternatives can boost reliability.
How MH Enterprise turns trust into cybersecurity success
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
MH Enterprise upgrades most SonicWall customers as trust-first guidance, rapid deployments and threat blocking drive growth across Egypt.
New TLDs and phishing risk: What security teams should know
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firewalls
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network security
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phishing
New generic domain extensions due in 2026 could give phishing crews fresh, cheap infrastructure unless security teams prepare early.
Why runtime identity is emerging as the next cybersecurity imperative
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data protection
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digital transformation
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pam
Agentic AI is forcing a rethink of enterprise security, with firms urged to treat bots as identities and police decisions as they happen.