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Quest Software unveils AI updates to database tools
Data Analytics

Quest Software unveils AI updates to database tools

Quest Software has unveiled crucial updates to its Toad Data Studio and Toad Data Point tools, featuring AI capabilities to support diverse database environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
TeamViewer launches advanced spatial computing in training
Unified Communications

TeamViewer launches advanced spatial computing in training

TeamViewer has unveiled its advanced spatial computing solution at Hannover Messe 2025, enhancing training in manufacturing with AR technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Mike Meyer joins Data Centre Board to boost talent supply
Hyperscale

Mike Meyer joins Data Centre Board to boost talent supply

The Data Centre Alliance has appointed Mike Meyer to its Executive Board to focus on talent acquisition and workforce development in the UK data centre sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts
Skills shortage

Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts

A study by Tech Beyond Gender reveals persistent gender diversity challenges in IT, with many women contemplating leaving the sector due to discrimination.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap
Unified Communications

Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap

Red Alpha Cybersecurity appoints Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as CISO-in-Residence to address Singapore's shortage of nearly 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Quest Software report highlights evolving role of DBAs
Digital Transformation

Quest Software report highlights evolving role of DBAs

Quest Software's new report highlights the evolving role of database administrators as they face growing challenges in digital transformation and AI integration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Telecoms face growing risks with AI & talent shortages
Unified Communications

Telecoms face growing risks with AI & talent shortages

Telecommunications firms are grappling with pressing risks around privacy, security, and digital transformation, according to the latest EY report for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

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Hexagon & Red Bull team up for global skills challenge
Data Analytics

Hexagon & Red Bull team up for global skills challenge

Hexagon has launched the Future Skills Challenge alongside Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing, aiming to bridge esports and real-world engineering skills for gamers and professionals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Report highlights need for AI training in Australia
Education, Learning & Training

Report highlights need for AI training in Australia

A report reveals that lack of training hampers AI adoption in Australian businesses, despite potential benefits of AUD $115 billion to the economy by 2030.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Australian businesses face acute payroll skills shortage
IT Automation

Australian businesses face acute payroll skills shortage

A new report reveals that only 43% of Australian firms employ payroll specialists, prompting a shift towards automated solutions to tackle compliance and efficiency challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Data Analytics

FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills

An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security
Cloud Security

Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security

Kaseya has launched new AI-driven tools to help managed service providers in Australia tackle security and efficiency challenges amid rising cybersecurity gaps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Australia faces digital transformation & skills challenge
Unified Communications

Australia faces digital transformation & skills challenge

With the 2025 federal election approaching, HP executives highlight the urgent need for Australia to embrace digital transformation and reform education to remain competitive.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
AVK becomes Impact Sponsor to boost data centre careers
Unified Communications

AVK becomes Impact Sponsor to boost data centre careers

AVK has been named an Impact Sponsor for GeN+1, aiming to boost awareness and career prospects in the data centre sector for young professionals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers
Robotics

IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers

As AI transforms industries, educators urge for enhanced STEM learning to bridge the skills gap and empower the AI-ready generation for future careers.

By Dr Rashmi Mantri • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Stress & burnout rise among Europe's IT professionals
Education, Learning & Training

Stress & burnout rise among Europe's IT professionals

European IT professionals report high levels of stress and burnout, with 73% linked to demanding roles, emphasising the urgent need for better workplace support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Cisco & Indosat join forces to boost Indonesian cybersecurity
Firewalls

Cisco & Indosat join forces to boost Indonesian cybersecurity

Cisco has partnered with Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison to bolster cybersecurity for Indonesian enterprises, aiming to enhance digital trust and resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025