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Google Cloud sets out three-layer AI agent plan for biotech

Biotech researchers could gain tighter control over sensitive data and slower simulations as Google Cloud separates planning, computation and oversight.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

Generative AI

Oracle launches Media Fabric to join production & streaming

The new system could cut production time and costs for broadcasters and streamers while tying adverts more closely to viewer data.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday

Fintech

Tech Mahindra acquires Finastra cash management suite

The acquisition gives Tech Mahindra direct control of software used by banks to manage cash visibility, liquidity and account structures across markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

Gaming

Indonesia hosts major game developer forum in Bali

The Bali forum is meant to help Indonesian studios win funding, publishers and overseas distribution as the sector pushes beyond its domestic market.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

eCommerce

Temu & IACC launch direct anti-counterfeit channel

The new scheme gives IACC member brands a faster route to challenge unresolved listings, with Temu promising responses within 48 hours.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month

Malware

Commvault adds Microsoft 365 tools to spot safe backups

The new add-ons aim to help businesses avoid restoring infected files after cyberattacks, as Microsoft 365 remains a prime target for ransomware.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

UST: Businesses must rethink how AI returns are measured

Australian firms risk spending increasing resources on AI pilots that ultimately fail to prove gains in revenue, efficiency or customer service.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Last month

Manufacturing

Sicona urges faster funding for Australia battery plants

Australia risks losing more of the battery supply chain unless late-stage capital reaches projects like Sicona's Port Kembla plant faster.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Private Cloud

IBM Bob gains self-hosted deployment for enterprise AI

The option lets regulated firms keep source code and sensitive data inside their own infrastructure while using AI for software development.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

KPMG survey finds AI shift to governance & security

As AI budgets rise to USD $210 million, firms are tightening oversight on security, governance and returns to keep deployments under control.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

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Intellectual property stories

Malware

Cybersecurity tops UK architects' priorities over AI

Nearly two-thirds of UK project-based firms are worried about cyber risk, after 70% were targeted in the past three years and half lost money.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Storage

Biomemory launches DNA Shield for offline data recovery

The service gives organisations an offline back-up for critical records, aiming to improve recovery after cyber attacks and other disruptions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Australia among top targets in cyber attacks on law firms

CrowdStrike says legal practices are prized for privileged data, with financially motivated attackers driving 82% of malicious activity against the sector.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Construction

Renaissance unveils subterranean data centre design

The design is pitched as a way to cut long-term costs and ease permitting pressure for large campuses, with first deals targeted for Virginia in 2027.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Biomemory launches DNA Shield for offline data protection

Organisations can now keep critical records offline in synthetic DNA, reducing exposure to cyberattacks and offering long-term protection for key assets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week