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Global Stories

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

Risk & Compliance

Gresham appoints Matthew Greninger as General Manager

Gresham has appointed Matthew Greninger as General Manager of Data Automation Solutions, aiming to strengthen its market presence in financial technology.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Prvidr opens new office in Townsville for tech expansion

Prvidr has opened a new office in Townsville to better serve its expanding clientele across Queensland, boosting technology job opportunities in the region.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Fintech

High-speed trial at Hampton Downs showcases digital banking

Simon Bridges and drift racer Mad Mike Whiddett showcased the speed of digital banking at Hampton Downs, highlighting Emerge's innovative approach to open banking.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Software-as-a-Service

BillingPlatform introduces BP Pay for seamless transactions

BillingPlatform has unveiled BP Pay, a new payment processing solution designed to streamline billing, invoicing, and payments for businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

EduTech

Macquarie Cloud Services achieves Dell's Titanium status

Macquarie Cloud Services has achieved Titanium status from Dell Technologies, highlighting its expertise and commitment to innovative cloud solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

Storage

AI challenges BFSI data infrastructure security & quality

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is straining data infrastructures in the banking sector, revealing critical challenges in security and data quality.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025

Digital Transformation

HCLTech & Western Union reveal transformative partnership

HCLTech and Western Union have formed a strategic partnership to innovate the financial services sector, enhancing agility with AI-powered solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025

Management

Supervised unveils AI platform to transform management roles

Supervised has launched its AI-powered platform, enabling managers to directly oversee up to 30 reports, transforming management in enterprise structures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025

Data Protection

62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations

According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cybersecurity

Slipstream Cyber expands with new Perth CBD office opening

Innovation Minister Stephen Dawson has inaugurated Slipstream Cyber's new office in Perth's CBD, marking a significant expansion for the cybersecurity firm.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025

Fintech

RBNZ opens ESAS to fintechs, boosting AI in banking

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has opened its Exchange Settlement Account System to fintechs, paving the way for AI innovation and enhanced banking competition.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

Financial Services

Earn Qantas Points on bills with Sniip partnership

Sniip has partnered with the Qantas Frequent Flyer programme, allowing Australians to earn Qantas Points on bill payments through its app.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Marketing Technologies

AI trust varies among New Zealand financial service users

A Salesforce report reveals New Zealand consumers show mixed trust in AI within financial services, highlighting a growing expectation for lower fees and faster transactions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Crypto

Revolut launches local EUR accounts for Australians

Revolut has unveiled local EUR accounts for Australian customers, streamlining payments and enhancing financial management for businesses and travellers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

Unified Communications

Singaporeans spend 40m hours on hold, report reveals

Singaporeans have spent a staggering 40 million hours on hold for customer service, as revealed by a ServiceNow report highlighting ongoing service challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

Supply Chain

UK firms optimistic on global expansion despite tariffs

A recent survey reveals that 73 per cent of UK firms remain bullish on global expansion, despite trade challenges like rising tariffs from the US.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

Data Protection

Essential Tech achieves ISO27001:2022 certification success

Essential Tech has achieved ISO27001:2022 certification, confirming its commitment to global information security standards and client data protection.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025

Malware

Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore

Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025