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Australian retailers lag in eCommerce maturity, with 16.8% of sales online. While COVID and cost-of-living affects investment, Gen Y and Gen Z may push online sales to 33% by 2033.

Radware has launched an AI-powered API protection engine to counter business logic attacks in real time.

Lenovo unveils an array of new hybrid AI solutions, spotlighting generative AI for 2024 and energy-efficient innovations, powered by NVIDIA, to drive industry-wide AI applications.

SailPoint Technologies expands its Connectivity platform, integrating over 1,100 enterprise and 20,000 custom applications to bolster identity security.

Mercury NZ adopts Workday's cloud-based financial system to modernise its finance function, enhancing strategic decision-making.

Logitech G introduces the G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard, featuring advanced technologies and a low-profile design for enhanced gaming performance.

DataStax's Warren Schilpzand has discussed leveraging AI for customer success, highlighting projects with Priceline, Macquarie Bank, and APAC market growth.

Lenovo has unveiled new enterprise AI solutions in partnership with NVIDIA, aimed at enhancing AI development and energy efficiency across various sectors.

Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.

While 22% of firms globally effectively utilise Gen AI, a SoftServe study highlights prevailing data and skill gaps, reflecting similar trends in Singapore.

The National Renewable Network secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by Investible to expand solar and battery installations across Australian homes.

Novated Lease Australia has named Natalie Ashes as CMO. With 15 years of sector experience, Ashes aims to drive the company towards AUD $500 million in annual leases.

McGrathNicol has promoted Melissa Smith, Alex Morkos, and Mark Wroniak to its partnership, expanding to 55 partners. 11 directors were also promoted.

Retail media platform Zitcha strengthens its global growth by appointing former News Corp executives Kate Marshall and Genevieve Cleaver to key roles.

Barclays is teaming up with Microsoft to boost its security systems, leveraging AI to enhance detection and protection, securing trust in their digital framework.

Sektor appointed as exclusive ANZ distributor for HAT Collective, set to introduce ergonomic office furniture solutions to the region, enhancing workplace comfort.

ShipStation has launched new features to aid Australian retailers in optimising shipping processes, anticipating an AUD $800 million boost in EOFY sales.

Ecommpay partners with BigCommerce to deliver advanced payment solutions across the UK and EMEA, minimising costs and boosting efficiency for merchants.

Backbase appoints Chris Shayan as Head of AI to drive innovation in its Engagement Banking Platform, marking a significant step in rearchitecting banking around the customer.

BlackBerry's latest report reveals alarming rise in malware, with 3.1 million cyberattacks thwarted from Jan to Mar 2024—critical infrastructure, especially finance, severely hit.