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Exclusive: How tech is giving autistic minds space to thrive and be heard
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On World Autism Understanding Day, experts highlight how technology is transforming support for autistic individuals, empowering them to thrive and innovate.
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Hands-on review: Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus 3D printer
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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3d printing
In a hands-on review, the Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus impresses with its spacious build volume and ease of use, making it an ideal entry-level 3D printer.
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Huawei leads 2024 global wearables market with 44.3% rise
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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wearables
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
Huawei leads the global wearables market with a 44.3% year-on-year shipment increase, securing a 16.9% market share in 2024 despite a downturn.
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Aampe raises USD $18 million to boost AI personalisation
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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fintech
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cx
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Aampe has secured USD $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI agents that personalise consumer app experiences worldwide.
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Australian firms encouraged to adopt platform strategies
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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storage
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genai
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As Australia and New Zealand gear up for 2025, organisations are grappling with productivity and data management challenges, warns expert Mark Jobbins.
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Australian telecoms unite against tech-facilitated abuse
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Australian telecom leaders unite to tackle tech-facilitated abuse, reinforcing their commitment during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
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Swann unveils AI home security voice assistant SwannShield
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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smart home
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data privacy
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privacy
Swann has launched SwannShield, an AI-powered home security voice assistant, enhancing protection and user experience in smart home technology.
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Samsung unveils AI-integrated tech updates ahead
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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bixby
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consumer electronics
Samsung unveiled upgrades ahead: an enhanced Bixby voice assistant, new high-end projectors, and advanced features for its AI-powered Samsung Food platform.
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Cloudinary supports C2PA standard to combat fake media
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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microsoft
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canon
Cloudinary supports the C2PA standard to enhance digital media transparency, partnering with Dow Jones to combat fake content amid the rise of AI-generated media.
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LASER names Dicker Data exclusive distributor for New Zealand
Thu, 30th May 2024
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dicker data
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laser
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LASER, an Australian tech brand, partners with Dicker Data as its exclusive New Zealand distributor, aiming to broaden access to affordable tech solutions.
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A new kind of PC is coming: From personal computer to innovation enabler
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Generative AI is transforming personal computers (PCs) from mere consumer technology to platforms for innovation, set to revolutionise the way we live and work.
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Wearable Devices ramps up Mudra Band production for 2024 CES
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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personal computing devices
Wearable Devices boosts production of its AI-powered Mudra Band, preparing for anticipated demand surge after its presentation at the 2024 Consumer Electronic Show.
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Keeper Security looks back growth & innovation in 2023
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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pam
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cybersecurity
Keeper Security's robust growth and product evolution shine in 2023 review, led by business solutions and global expansion.
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Samsung unveils progressive Gauss AI model at AI forum 2023
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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ai
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software development
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samsung
At the AI Forum 2023, Samsung has unveiled Samsung Gauss, an advanced AI model that represents a significant leap in AI technology.
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Asia Pacific retail banks show growing interest in Generative AI
Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
Asia Pacific retail banks are showing increased interest in Generative AI, with 41% planning to invest, indicates an IDC report.
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Adobe claims CX revolution with new Experience Mgr for Enterprises
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Adobe releases Adobe Experience Manager for Enterprises, enabling businesses to easily create and edit web content using popular word processing tools.
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Australian smartphone market hits decline, down 10.1%
Mon, 4th Sep 2023
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smartphones
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market
Australia smartphone market declines 10.1% YoY in 2Q23, with recovery in June as end-of-financial-year sales lure consumers to attractive deals.
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Worldwide smartphone shipments continue to decline
Mon, 31st Jul 2023
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smartphones
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research
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shipments
Worldwide smartphone shipments declined 7.8% year over year to 265.3 million units in the second quarter of 2023.
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Informa Tech to acquire well-known channel and mobility focused firm
Thu, 27th Jul 2023
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mobility
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channel development
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m&a
The acquisition will see Informa Tech further expand its Omdia research capabilities into Channel and Mobility, while creating a global platform for networking.
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Resiliency and automation to drive Europe’s software market: IDC
Sat, 10th Jun 2023
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saas
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it automation
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apps
According to the IDC, demand for improved resiliency and automation will drive the European software market growth until 2027.