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Cloudflare launches open-source AI workspace for firms
Software-as-a-Service

Cloudflare launches open-source AI workspace for firms

The browser-based system aims to let staff use AI across internal tools without new infrastructure, while tightening access and oversight.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Reimagine Robotics emerges with AI factory training platform
Artificial Intelligence

Reimagine Robotics emerges with AI factory training platform

Factory workers can now teach robots tasks on the line, cutting prototype times from a day to about 10 minutes in early trials.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Proofpoint flags underground AI prompt injection tools
Software-as-a-Service

Proofpoint flags underground AI prompt injection tools

Proofpoint says underground forums are advertising tools that use indirect prompt injection across emails, PDFs, calendar invites and web pages.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Hotels warned on AI readiness as tools gain traction
Software-as-a-Service

Hotels warned on AI readiness as tools gain traction

Hotels risk wasting AI investment unless they fix disconnected systems, unreliable data and staff training first, Access Hospitality says.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
OpenAI finds ChatGPT shifting tasks across job roles
Data Analytics

OpenAI finds ChatGPT shifting tasks across job roles

OpenAI's data suggests smaller firms may be feeling the biggest change, as staff use ChatGPT to handle tasks once passed to other teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Cisco outlines enterprise approach to scaling AI adoption
Data Protection

Cisco outlines enterprise approach to scaling AI adoption

Cisco has detailed how it scaled enterprise AI adoption by focusing on trusted data, secure platforms and AI-native workflows.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Why the next breakthrough in AI agents comes down to leadership, not technology
Semiconductors

Why the next breakthrough in AI agents comes down to leadership, not technology

Enterprise AI agents are already generating revenue, but shortages of compute and skills could determine who captures the gains.

By Graeme Beardsell • 4 min read • Last month
Okta data shows enterprises using multiple AI platforms
Hybrid Cloud

Okta data shows enterprises using multiple AI platforms

Enterprises are spreading AI use across several platforms, heightening identity and access risks as agents gain broader system access.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Cisco shows how AI aids visually impaired employees
Enterprise Resource Planning

Cisco shows how AI aids visually impaired employees

New AI tools are giving visually impaired staff more independence at work, but Cisco says they still need screen readers and human support.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
AI Appreciation Day exposes split over workplace risks
Data Protection

AI Appreciation Day exposes split over workplace risks

Businesses are being warned that rushed AI rollouts can waste spend and add risk unless teams define clear goals and checks first.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Stories from Other Regions

Workplace automation stories

Australia leads HR AI adoption, Rippling research shows
Software-as-a-Service

Australia leads HR AI adoption, Rippling research shows

Yet only 36% of HR leaders feel confident their organisations can comply with emerging AI rules, raising governance concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Eftpos NZ launches biometric Victa terminals in rollout
Data Protection

Eftpos NZ launches biometric Victa terminals in rollout

Retailers could soon use terminals for age checks and identity verification, as New Zealand gets an early taste of Verifone's biometric rollout.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
HiBob launches AI skills framework for UK employers
Digital Transformation

HiBob launches AI skills framework for UK employers

Most UK employers expect AI ability to be a baseline requirement soon, with pay premiums already emerging for workers who can use it well.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
AI shifts property managers from admin to advisory work
Software-as-a-Service

AI shifts property managers from admin to advisory work

Commercial property teams could spend less time on paperwork and more on tenant and landlord advice as AI takes over routine tasks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Australian workers want human oversight for AI autonomy
Robotics

Australian workers want human oversight for AI autonomy

Most Australian staff are happy with AI as an assistant, but 64% want a human involved before it acts independently.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Macquarie launches Azure cloud practice for government
Private Cloud

Macquarie launches Azure cloud practice for government

Australian agencies can now access a sovereign Azure option as Macquarie Government adds public cloud and AI services under tighter security rules.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last month
AI drives Singapore firms to hire beyond local market
Digital Transformation

AI drives Singapore firms to hire beyond local market

Talent shortages and AI adoption are pushing Singapore employers to recruit abroad, with 89% saying they would hire internationally if it were easier.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Evri rolls out Microsoft 365 E7 across UK business
Software-as-a-Service

Evri rolls out Microsoft 365 E7 across UK business

The rollout will put secure AI tools into 6,000 employees' hands as Evri seeks to cut manual work and improve parcel delivery.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month