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[Partner Content] With AI becoming a core part of Australian workplaces, the challenge isn’t just adopting the technology—it’s ensuring it is used ethically, responsibly, and with trust. In the latest iTnews podcast, Justin Tauber, Salesforce’s GM of Innovation and AI Culture, dives into the critical role of trust, transparency, and empathy in integrating AI into Australian businesses.  Key highlight:   - How to close the ‘AI trust gap’ and navigate fears around AI adoption.  - Why ethical AI starts with treating AI like a new team member—with clear guardrails and accountability.   - The dangers of “Shadow AI” and how to integrate AI seamlessly into existing workflows.  Read the full story and discover actionable strategies today: https://lnkd.in/enRPznxE #EthicalAI #Innovation #FutureOfWork #AIAdoption #Salesforce #TrustInTech 

[Partner Content] The landscape of banking is evolving, and relationship banking is leading the charge.  Discover how to reshape your banking strategies and drive deeper customer relationships with Will Jung, nCino, Inc.’s general manager of APAC product and former Macquarie Bank leader.   Key takeaways in this webinar, let's discover:   - How to move beyond transactions   - Transform credit management into a strategic advantage   - The role of AI & automation   - Simplify and personalise Ready to transform your approach to banking? Watch the full webinar now and start your journey towards a more customer-centric future! https://lnkd.in/gZDnYksi #BankingInnovation #RelationshipBanking #AI #Automation #CustomerExperience #Fintech #CreditManagement #FutureofBanking #WebinarReplay 

[Partner Content] With Australian workers spending nearly half their time on manual tasks, the need for smarter solutions has never been more urgent. But how can businesses bridge the gap between AI potential and practical implementation? In the latest iTnews podcast, Rowena Westphalen, Salesforce's Senior VP of Innovation, AI, and Customer Advisory ANZ, discusses how AI tools like Agentforce are driving productivity gains, streamlining operations, and elevating customer experiences. For a deep dive into how Salesforce is helping businesses innovate, listen to the full podcast and read the accompanying article: https://lnkd.in/dZZi-Q6R #AI #Salesforce #Innovation #FutureOfWork #Productivity  

[Partner Content] Hybrid is not the future—it’s the now. In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, hybrid cloud has shifted from being a “nice-to-have” to a necessity. With 90% of enterprises expected to adopt hybrid or multi-cloud models by 2024, this approach is no longer just a trend—it’s the backbone of business resilience. Why hybrid cloud matters now: -Agility and Scalability: Adapt quickly to market shifts and operational demands. -Cost Optimisation: Match workloads with the best-fit infrastructure for smarter spending. -Simplification and Modernisation: Tackle complexity while future-proofing systems. As David Leen from Interactive explains: "Hybrid cloud is a must for staying competitive and ensuring operational continuity in the face of disruptions." Hybrid cloud empowers IT leaders to stay resilient, adaptable, and ready for whatever challenges come next. Are you ready to embrace hybrid cloud as the foundation of your resilience strategy? Dive into our latest whitepaper to discover actionable insights and practical strategies for IT leaders. Check out our related article here: https://lnkd.in/gceQmEKu #HybridCloud #BusinessResilience #CIOs #ITLeadership #DigitalTransformation

[Partner Content] The cloud offers unprecented opportunities for business optimisation, and opens doors to new technologies that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to implement. Yet without a clear strategy for securing these systems – and the often sensitive customer and operational data they rely on – companies rushing into the cloud can find themselves struggling to maintain appropriate security processes. The risks of this can be severe, ranging from fines for security non compliance to full-blown cybercriminal attacks that can disrupt the business and cause tens of millions of dollars in damages. For this reason, Versent chief technology officer Tim Hope advises potential cloud adopters to make sure that every prospective cloud platform is evaluated for both its own security, and for the way it interoperates with existing and planned security mechanisms.

[Partner Content] Cybercrime continues to grow, with losses reaching over US$10.3 billion in 2022 alone (FBI). And with the rise of new threats such as AI-driven attacks, data poisoning, and quantum computing breaches.   As Cisco’s Carl Solder, CTO points out, "Cyberdefense is hard, but attack is easy." One vulnerability is all it takes for threat actors to breach an organisation. While AI-driven phishing attacks are on the rise, AI also plays a critical role in detecting and responding to threats faster than ever before. Read the full article here:  https://lnkd.in/gHH8JR7n #Cybersecurity #AI #CyberDefense #TechSafety #ZeroTrust #CyberAwareness 

[Partner Content] One of the biggest risks of migrating to the cloud is that businesses will try to do too much, too quickly, all at once. And why wouldn’t they? Today’s cloud platforms offer so much that they can easily seem like a panacea for every business problem. Yet too many cloud migrations fall over early on because business and technology leaders weren’t sure what they were investing in – or what they expected to deliver. Avoiding these challenges requires spending time early on to evaluate the real business problem at hand – and taking the time now, Versent chief technology officer Tim Hope says, can make all the difference later on down the track.

[Partner Content] Every business embraces cloud in its own way – and the sheer number of potential use cases for cloud services means that every implementation will be different. Yet with so much variety in the way cloud platforms are implemented, and so many technologies that can potentially be implemented to address everything from scalability to security to AI, managing the complexity of those implementations has never been more important – or harder. In this video, Versent chief technology officer Tim Hope walks through cloud’s complexity challenge – and explains how to avoid it from the early days of your implementation.

[Partner Content] Pacific Partners, a new venture capital fund, has officially launched during Abu Dhabi Finance Week, with a mission to supercharge the growth of AI innovation in Australia, Silicon Valley, and beyond!  They are targeting cutting-edge AI solutions in industries that need scalable, enterprise-ready innovations. With roots in Australia, Silicon Valley, and the Middle East, Pacific Partners is creating an ecosystem of collaboration across global markets. The team’s deep expertise in tech and AI investment—backed by a proven success story with Perplexity AI ($9B valuation)—ensures that the next wave of startups will be ready for enterprise integration. Get the full scoop on this transformative initiative here. #ITLeadership #AI #Innovation #EnterpriseSolutions #PacificPartners #TechStrategy 

[Partner Content] In an era of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, safeguarding critical infrastructure is more urgent than ever. As digital transformation dissolves traditional security perimeters, industries like healthcare, utilities, manufacturing, and government are becoming prime targets for bad actors. OPSWAT, a global cybersecurity leader, is taking a "prevention-first" approach to protect the backbone of our society. Their unique technology stack focuses on securing the systems that matter most—helping industries like manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and water management stay ahead of emerging threats. Why Does It Matter? As organisations adopt Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) to fortify their defenses, OPSWAT ensures that these complex security frameworks work seamlessly in industries where even the smallest disruption can have massive consequences. Curious how OPSWAT is changing the game in critical infrastructure protection? Read the full article and watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/g36B4jMq #CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #Opswat #PreventionFirst #ZeroTrust #DataSecurity #TechInnovation #IndustrialCyberSecurity #CyberDefense #InnovationInSecurity