Mobile stories

Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has joined forces with Vietnam's Xanh SM to promote eco-friendly mobility solutions in Indonesia, enhancing tech-driven transportation.

Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.

Lifecycle Software predicts that 2025 will see a rise in Mobile Virtual Network Operators, AI regulation challenges, and significant advancements in 6G technology.

A survey by Appdome and OWASP shows 80.7% of Singaporeans expect proactive anti-fraud measures in mobile apps, highlighting rising security demands.

70% of UK mobile users are overspending on the wrong contracts, with potential savings of £148 by switching to better plans, says BillMonitor.

Artificial intelligence is becoming essential for CFOs to drive enterprise growth, enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and competitive edge.

SmartBear unveils OpenTelemetry-native performance insights in BugSnag, enhancing real user monitoring and distributed tracing for developers and enterprises.

WM5G expands its Site Finder service, targeting better mobile connectivity in underserved UK regions by promoting shared telecoms sites, accelerating infrastructure deployment.

Proofpoint launches its new Digital Communications Governance solution, promising AI-driven insights and robust compliance for organisations across major digital channels.

Enviz partners with Hall and Hart to transform home design with VR, offering clients an immersive experience that improves visualisation and decision-making.

Xiaomi launches POCO F6 Series in Australia, targeting budget-conscious tech enthusiasts with flagship performance; prices start at AUD $699.

N-able expands its Technology Alliance Program (TAP), adding vendors like Bocada, AlertOps, DeskDay, PIXM, and Hudu to boost MSP capabilities and efficiency.

NETS launches NETS SoftPOS, turning Android devices into contactless payment terminals. Merchants can now accept card, QR, and mobile payments seamlessly.

McAfee extends its decade-long partnership with Samsung to bolster online security on new mobile devices, leveraging AI to tackle growing phishing threats.

Yahoo Advertising unveils Yahoo Creative, an AI-powered solution boosting personalised ad campaigns across platforms, with firms like Princess Cruises already on board.

Swoop Holdings sells its wholesale voice business, Voicehub, to Pivotel for AUD $9 million, refocusing on core markets post-strategic review.

Appdome launches SDKProtect to bolster mobile SDK security, aiming to curb fraud and enhance compliance in the mobile app sector through threat-aware SDK versions.

Salesforce enhances Service Cloud with new features to unify data across digital channels, providing a seamless, personalised customer experience through their Einstein 1 Platform.

Integrity360 partners with Armis to strengthen cybersecurity across Europe, enhancing digital asset visibility and threat management for multiple sectors.