Technology has an outsized role in almost every aspect of sustainability DXC Technology, a global technology services company, predicts that software will play a crucial role in creating a more sustainable future over the next five years. Henrik Hvid Jensen, Chief Technology Strategist at DXC, highlights five ways technology will…
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Three pillars of human leadership for finance AI
The key challenge lies in employees disengaging due to change and concerns about job security According to Gartner, the rapid advancement of AI tools in finance highlights the importance for CFOs and finance leaders to demonstrate adaptivity, empathy, and authenticity—the three core pillars of human leadership. While AI technology can…
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ASX’s recently decided to create a dedicated technology division sparking this new hire ASX, the Australian Securities Exchange, has announced the appointment of Tim Whiteley as Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective from July 1, 2023. In his role as CIO, Whiteley will oversee the enterprise technology functions, technology and data…
Read MoreAutomation can address burnout and improve job fulfilment
Employees are being asked to do more work with less support A survey commissioned by UiPath, a leading enterprise automation software company, reveals that 69 per cent of workers in Singapore believe that automation can alleviate burnout and enhance job fulfillment. This figure surpasses the global average of 58 per…
Read MoreFujitsu and Microsoft announce global partnership
Fujitsu has also designated Microsoft as a premier Cloud Partner Fujitsu Limited and Microsoft Corporation have announced a five-year strategic partnership to expand their collaboration and drive the digital transformation of organizations worldwide. The partnership will involve investment from both companies to enhance Fujitsu’s Uvance business and leverage Microsoft’s cloud…
Read MoreShanghai ranked world’s smartest city in 2023
Shanghai claimed the top spot due to several factors, including its Suishenban Citizen Cloud According to a recent study conducted by Juniper Research, Shanghai has been ranked as the leading smart city for the second consecutive year in 2023. Juniper Research, renowned experts in the sustainability and IoT market, evaluated…
Read MoreThe potential perils of generative AI
The risk of manipulating truth and undermining human rights In today’s digital age, the power to control information has shifted from the hands of traditional institutions to those who command artificial intelligence (AI). While George Orwell’s dystopian novel “1984” depicted the Ministry of Truth’s control over the past and present,…
Read MoreBusiness innovation grants to solve challenges
This initiative demonstrates how the Australian Government is supporting small businesses The Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) in Australia has awarded grants totaling nearly $US5 million to five companies to develop innovative digital technologies that facilitate compliance and service delivery. The Regulatory Technology round of the BRII aims to…
Read MorePwC Australia announces further actions
PwC Australia acknowledges the breach of trust and extends an apology to stakeholders PwC Australia has announced additional measures to strengthen the firm’s governance, accountability, and culture. The actions are being taken in response to ongoing investigations and aim to increase transparency and restore stakeholder confidence. The key areas of…
Read MoreCombating transnationals crimes
Five Eyes Law Enforcement Group strengthens collaborative efforts The Five Eyes Law Enforcement Group (FELEG) recently convened in Melbourne, where member agencies shared intelligence, strategies, and operational outcomes to enhance national security and combat criminal activities. Comprising law enforcement agencies from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the…
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