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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.

By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.

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Dynatrace earns Customers' Choice in 2024 Gartner report

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Dynatrace has clinched the Customers' Choice title in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights report for Observability Platforms, earning a stellar 4.6 out of 5 rating.
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Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the eCommerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.
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Akamai uncovers critical Kubernetes flaw for Windows nodes

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Akamai's security team has revealed a serious flaw in Kubernetes, allowing remote code execution on Windows endpoints, posing significant risks to clusters.
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Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.
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Lessons from platform economies for accounting and advisory firms

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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As the accounting and advisory sector transforms through technology, firms are harnessing insights from platform economies to boost efficiency and profitability.
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KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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KnowBe4 research reveals the average cost of a data breach rose to USD $4.88 million, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies.
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AI reshapes cybersecurity, drives 2025 hyper-automation

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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The 2024 surge in AI-driven cybersecurity has transformed threat detection, but emerging AI-led attacks pose new risks as firms brace for 2025 advancements.
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Sysdig unveils Stratoshark for cloud network analysis

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Sysdig has unveiled Stratoshark, an open-source tool that empowers network analysts to extend their Wireshark expertise to cloud environments.
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Myriad Uranium expands Copper Mountain Project to 9,320 acres

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Myriad Uranium has broadened the Copper Mountain Project Area from 4,200 acres to 9,320 acres, tapping into significant uranium mineralisation potential.
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BPR Hub raises USD $2.6m to simplify compliance for SMEs

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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BPR Hub has secured USD $2.6 million in seed funding to tackle manufacturing compliance challenges, aiming to simplify regulatory processes for businesses worldwide.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
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Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.
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Mys Tyler launches portal linking brands with creators

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Mys Tyler has launched a brand portal, connecting fashion labels with creators for affordable access to diverse user-generated content across multiple regions.
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Survey reveals rising demand for biometric travel tech

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Entrust's Seamless Travel Experience Survey reveals 94% of Australian frequent flyers favour biometric solutions for reducing airport wait times.
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Recognition & good management key to employee engagement

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Employee engagement hinges more on quality management and recognition than on work location, new research from Workhuman and Gallup shows.
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American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.
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Salesforce introduces Industries AI to revolutionise sectors

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Salesforce unveils Industries AI to streamline business processes in healthcare, automotive, and finance sectors, offering customisable, secure AI solutions.
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Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.
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Palo Alto Networks reveals surge in deepfake-driven scams

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Palo Alto Networks reveals the alarming rise of AI-generated deepfake scams targeting individuals and organisations, with hundreds of implicated domains.