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Macquarie Cloud Services debuts AI-focused podcast series
Network Infrastructure

Macquarie Cloud Services debuts AI-focused podcast series

Macquarie Cloud Services has launched an AI-centric series in their Cloud Reset podcast, featuring insights from top industry leaders to tackle AI challenges.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Wildstone acquires Total Outdoor Media's billboards in VIC
Marketing Technologies

Wildstone acquires Total Outdoor Media's billboards in VIC

Wildstone has expanded its Australian presence by acquiring Total Outdoor Media's 52 billboard sites in Victoria, marking its first major investment in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
HP launches ZBook Ultra G1a with advanced AI features
Data Privacy

HP launches ZBook Ultra G1a with advanced AI features

HP has unveiled its ZBook Ultra G1a laptop in Australia & New Zealand, a high-performance workstation designed for professionals, starting at AUD $3,000.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
beIN & Planetcast boost sports broadcasts in Asia Pacific
Disaster Recovery

beIN & Planetcast boost sports broadcasts in Asia Pacific

beIN Asia Pacific has partnered with Planetcast to enhance sports programming delivery across Southeast Asia and Australia, integrating advanced cloud-based solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Apple Maps updates feature Indigenous lands & cultures
EduTech

Apple Maps updates feature Indigenous lands & cultures

Apple has unveiled initiatives in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand focusing on cultural preservation through updated Indigenous mapping and educational grants.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget
Artificial Intelligence

Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget

Australia's recent budget announcement has ignited debates across technology sectors as leaders welcome investments aimed at boosting competitiveness.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products
Supply Chain

Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products

A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Multi-factor authentication

AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025

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Report highlights need for AI training in Australia
Education, Learning & Training

Report highlights need for AI training in Australia

A report reveals that lack of training hampers AI adoption in Australian businesses, despite potential benefits of AUD $115 billion to the economy by 2030.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Australians embrace data backup but knowledge gaps remain
Storage

Australians embrace data backup but knowledge gaps remain

A recent survey reveals that 26% of Australians do not back up their data, despite a growing awareness of the importance of personal data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Robosen debuts G1 Flagship Bumblebee in Australian market
Distributors

Robosen debuts G1 Flagship Bumblebee in Australian market

Amber Technology and Robosen Robotics unveil the Robosen G1 Flagship Bumblebee for Australia, a high-tech collectible robot priced from AUD $2,499.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Revolut launches local EUR accounts for Australians
Crypto

Revolut launches local EUR accounts for Australians

Revolut has unveiled local EUR accounts for Australian customers, streamlining payments and enhancing financial management for businesses and travellers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Commpete supports ACMA's 2025 Telecommunications plan
Unified Communications

Commpete supports ACMA's 2025 Telecommunications plan

Commpete has endorsed the ACMA's 2025 Telecommunications Numbering Plan, praising its focus on innovation, competition, and consumer protection in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Cyber risk report highlights decline in Australia malware
Ransomware

Cyber risk report highlights decline in Australia malware

A new report by Trend Micro reveals a significant decline in Australia's Cyber Risk Index score, reflecting improved resilience against malware threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Sonic HealthPlus cuts patient effort by 80% with SmartIQ
Digital Transformation

Sonic HealthPlus cuts patient effort by 80% with SmartIQ

Sonic HealthPlus has teamed up with Smart Communications to digitise its health assessments, reducing patient effort by 80% and improving overall efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Sony unveils WF-C710N earbuds with advanced features
Digital Entertainment

Sony unveils WF-C710N earbuds with advanced features

Sony Electronics has unveiled its WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, priced at AUD $189.95, offering advanced features and stylish designs.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Australian tax cuts endorsed to boost tech sector talent
Artificial Intelligence

Australian tax cuts endorsed to boost tech sector talent

The Australian Computer Society has backed the Federal Government's budget proposal, introducing tax cuts aimed at benefiting technology professionals across the country.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals
Digital Transformation

Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals

A new survey reveals a stark contrast in cybersecurity perceptions among Australian businesses, with security leaders overly confident while employees feel unprepared.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025