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CyberCX and AustCyber launch platform to boost Aus cybersecurity industry

Tue, 16th Feb 2021
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Australia's largest cybersecurity firm, CyberCX, and AustCyber have launched CyberSeek, an interactive mapping tool for the cybersecurity job market.
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Four security threats affecting FSIs in 2020

Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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The 2020 Future Cyber Threats report by Accenture highlights six extreme threats to the global financial services sector. Here are four of them.
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The green future of the public cloud

Thu, 1st Oct 2020
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As data centres grow by 14% annually, a shift to sustainable cloud practices, advocated by Accenture, could slash CO2 emissions by 59 million tonnes each year.
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GSMA reveals 2020 GLOMO Awards winners

Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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The awards included 35 categories ranging from 5G leadership to mobile apps, mobile network infrastructure, diversity in tech, and STEAM efforts for children.
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Accenture and Google Cloud partner to support life sciences industry

Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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Accenture and Google Cloud have partnered to enhance the development and delivery of therapies in the life sciences industry.
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Global fintech investment drops, but APAC deals stand strong

Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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Investors have signalled a shift away from fintech ventures as fundraising and deal activity in China showed a significant slowdown in the first half of 2019.
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Human capital management market in its prime growth years

Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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The HCM market in the Asia Pacific region is poised for rapid growth, surpassing Europe and the US, driven by enhanced HR strategies and workforce management.
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Reshape to relevance - Accenture's 2019 consumer survey

Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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Trends for digital voice assistants, extended reality and the over-the-top video market are explored in the latest global consumer survey.
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Accenture 'largest Oracle Cloud integrator in ANZ'

Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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Accenture acquires PrimeQ, cementing its position as the top Oracle Cloud integrator in Australia and New Zealand, bolstering digital transformations.
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VMware, Dell, Nutanix and HPE leading on-premises cloud market

Fri, 24th Aug 2018
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There has certainly been a lot of buzz surrounding hybrid cloud in recent times, and it's only getting louder.
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Cost of cyber attacks up 62% in five years - report

Tue, 3rd Jul 2018
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Cyber attacks are costing businesses more than ever, with a global average of USD $11.7 million per organisation, up 62% in five years, says a new report.
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US healthcare workers willing to sell confidential data for as little as $500

Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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The survey found that 18% of the 912 respondents would be willing to sell confidential data for between $500-$1000 - and they have the means to do so.
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WhiteHawk hires top cyber talent to develop online security marketplace

Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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WhiteHawk has expanded its team, hiring top cyber talent and promoting Antonio Crespo to chief information officer.
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Aussie firms slow to adopt 'breakthrough innovation' for cyber defence

Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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Australian businesses need to be on the lookout for malicious insiders, phishing and social engineering or face price tags of as much as $137,000.
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Accenture, IBM, ThoughtWorks recognised as top companies for Women Technologists

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Accenture, GEICO, and ThoughtWorks win at 2017 Top Companies for Women Technologists, as IBM secures a Momentum Award.
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Exclusive: Frost & Sullivan outlines the 'massive' AI opportunity for resellers

Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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Local integrators and resellers are yet to fully capitalise on the AI opportunity - and it's a 'massive' opportunity says Frost & Sullivan.
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Accenture bulks up threat intelligence offerings with iDefense acquisition

Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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Accenture is acquiring iDefense from VeriSign to ramp up its ability to help businesses better understand emerging threats and adjust protection early.
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Robert Easton appointed Accenture's new ANZ country managing director

Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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Accenture has appointed a new country managing director for its Australian & New Zealand operations, as longtime expert Robert Easton takes the role.
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Digital skills closing the workplace gender gap?

Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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Accenture research suggests digital skills are key to bridging the workplace gender gap, potentially halving the wait for equality.
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Noel Leeming taps Best Buy exec to lead retail services

Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Noel Leeming is tapping expertise from US retail giant Best Buy, with Sean Stephens now heading up Noel Leeming's retail services division.