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Women underrepresented in cybersecurity in half of enterprises - Kaspersky
Kaspersky

Women underrepresented in cybersecurity in half of enterprises - Kaspersky

Despite some diversity initiatives, women constitute 39% of the labour force and only 25% of management positions worldwide in general.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2019
APAC lights the way for women in executive roles
Board of Directors

APAC lights the way for women in executive roles

Asia Pacific leads in women executive roles, as global female board representation doubles in a decade, says Credit Suisse's 2019 Gender 3000 report.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2019
On the front line: Perspectives from women in the tech industry
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

On the front line: Perspectives from women in the tech industry

October 8 marked Ada Lovelace Day, a memorial for the first computer programmer. But it was a lot more than celebrating one woman's achievements.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2019
Deloitte and AWS build advanced portal for Tech Girls Movement Foundation
Hyperscale

Deloitte and AWS build advanced portal for Tech Girls Movement Foundation

Deloitte and AWS have developed a competition portal for Tech Girls Movement Foundation to enhance STEM participation among girls in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2019
Whitecliffe helping more women get into IT careers with flexible training hours
Software Development

Whitecliffe helping more women get into IT careers with flexible training hours

Whitecliffe's flexible training hours empower women like Brooklyn Smith to pursue IT careers without sacrificing family commitments, challenging industry norms.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2019
Bridging the gender gap in IIoT - Claroty
Internet of Things

Bridging the gender gap in IIoT - Claroty

As industries invest heavily in IIoT, Claroty co-founder Galina Antova is pioneering advancements in cybersecurity while championing gender diversity in tech.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2019
Sydney & Melbourne amongst world's top places for women entrepreneurs
Network Infrastructure

Sydney & Melbourne amongst world's top places for women entrepreneurs

Sydney and Melbourne ranked amongst world's best cities for women entrepreneurs, according to Dell's 2019 Women Entrepreneur Cities Index.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2019
Hiring for your next IT recruit? Ditch the gender bias
Job advertising

Hiring for your next IT recruit? Ditch the gender bias

TechBrain study suggests gendered language in IT ads may deter women from applying, pushing for neutral wording.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2019
VMware allures APJ channel veteran to take the reins
Virtualisation

VMware allures APJ channel veteran to take the reins

Balasingam will take on the role of vice president for VMware's partner business in Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ).

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2019
IntegrationWorks continues expansion with new Brisbane office
Partner Programmes

IntegrationWorks continues expansion with new Brisbane office

IntegrationWorks Australia opens a new office in Brisbane's Riverside Centre, bolstering its Eastern Seaboard commitment amidst expansion plans.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2019
Report: Women being sexually harassed at tech conferences
Hyperscale

Report: Women being sexually harassed at tech conferences

A new survey has uncovered some startling findings, with not only misrepresentation of women but also sexual harassment.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2019
Inclusivity the key to bridging the tech talent gap
DevOps

Inclusivity the key to bridging the tech talent gap

Annabel Lee says the gender imbalance in data centre and IT circles will have a significant impact in the future with more jobs than graduates to fill them.

By Annabel Lee • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2019
A look back at the Cisco Women in IT Awards
Optus

A look back at the Cisco Women in IT Awards

More than 70 women were nominated for the Cisco Women in IT Awards, celebrating their achievements in the industry.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2019
How we can empower the next generation of female tech experts
NetApp

How we can empower the next generation of female tech experts

International Women's Day is a reminder to empower women to pursue roles at all levels in male-dominated industries.

By Phoebe Goh • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Women in Technology stories

The Tech Life Project takes Year 6 girls to Xero & Trade Me HQ
Fintech

The Tech Life Project takes Year 6 girls to Xero & Trade Me HQ

Five Christchurch Year 6 girls experienced an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at tech giants Trade Me and Xero, encouraging future careers in tech.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2019
Women in tech: ShadowTech event to create opportunity
Fintech

Women in tech: ShadowTech event to create opportunity

Several high profile Kiwi tech firms will be giving young New Zealand female students the opportunity to be mentored at the upcoming ShadowTech Day events.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 28th May 2019
Mind Lab at MOTAT hosting event to promote young women in tech
The Mind Lab

Mind Lab at MOTAT hosting event to promote young women in tech

Gender diversity in the tech industry is a hot topic around the world, but it's one that New Zealand is looking to tackle head on.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2019
Meet the future of women in IT
Kordia

Meet the future of women in IT

Emily Sopers is set to reshape the tech world, winning Kordia's inaugural Women in Technology Scholarship to tackle gender imbalance in the IT sector.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2019