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Telstra launches 5G innovation centre

Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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Telstra opened a 5G Innovation Centre on the Gold Coast where it will test next-generation mobile technologies in Australia.
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Aus startup launches tool to identify employee potential

Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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recruitment
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Australian startup Gooroo has launched Mindspace, a tool using behavioural neuroscience to identify employee potential and enhance workforce capabilities.
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Aus payments fintech Verrency signs long-term agreement with UnionPay

Fri, 19th Jan 2018
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commerce systems
Australian fintech Verrency has inked a long-term deal with UnionPay International to integrate its value-added services into UnionPay's UPI Wallet across Asia.
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CASE STUDY: The digital transformation journeys of leading AU companies

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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digital transformation
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Interactive conducted a case study that delves into the digital transformation experiences of thought leaders from across AU's business landscape.
Alexa

No thanks Alexa: Aussies reluctant to embrace AI home assistants

Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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Despite their love for online shopping, Aussies are hesitant towards AI home assistants like Google Home and Amazon's Alexa, research reveals.
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Aussies fear Big Brother may steal data from old phones

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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e-waste & recycling
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technology gifts
Nearly half of Australians cling to old gadgets, fearing personal data loss, undervaluing e-waste recycling's environmental gains.
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The drone film festival is coming to a city near you

Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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drones
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film festival
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dffanz
The Drone Film Festival Australia and New Zealand is set to take flight, showcasing nearly 40 short films shot by drones.
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Gardener Jim jumps into photography

Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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drones
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photography
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creative technologies
Jim's franchise wings into imagery, launching Jim's Photography and Drones by seasoned snappers, courting Australia-wide franchisees.
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Garmin and Disney team up to create activity trackers for kids

Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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disney studios
Garmin Australia has partnered with Disney to release the vívofit jr. 2 activity tracker, featuring Star Wars and Marvel themes.
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Google is keeping the Pixel out of the trash

Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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Google teams up with MobileMuster, ensuring Pixels are recycled, not binned, amid the release of Pixel 2 in Australia.
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Aussies are amped about Tesla batteries

Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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solar power
74% of Aussies foresee battery storage revolutionising home energy, as Tesla leads the charge in large-scale battery deployment.
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ManageEngine promises day one iOS 11 support

Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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ManageEngine's Mobile Device Manager Plus now supports iOS 11 features, including QR code scanning and Classroom app enhancements.
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Gamer proposes to his girlfriend in VR

Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
In a heartwarming twist, a gamer uses VR technology to craft a proposal in his girlfriend's cherished spot halfway around the world.
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Travellers rejoice, Aussies launch 'pop-up' check-in service

Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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travel technologies
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partners
Amadeus and OACIS have teamed up to reinvent the airport check-in experience, allowing travellers to check-in and drop off their bags away from the airport.
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Local start-up aims to redefine who can create VR

Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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vr
The company is called Augment Space, and they say their platform can be used by anyone to create and upload interactive VR experiences.
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Never fear when Trend Micro is near: The new free app that protects consumers

Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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apps
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trend micro
The new free app aims to help people become aware of how many connected devices they have at home and the potential risks that they have...
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Media Design School and ESL team up for a major tournament

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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media design school
ESL Australia partners with Media Design School to support the growing esports scene in Australia and New Zealand.
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The AU$100 million program to encourage Australians to take up EVs

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
The Turnbull Government is supporting a $100m asset finance program to encourage Australians to switch to electric vehicles.
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Cars, bikes and clean energy, evworld NZ roundup

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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cartech
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power / energy
NZ's evworld shines, transforming opinions on EV viability; BMW's finesse to Tesla's charm dazzle attendees toward a greener future.
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No Jedi is complete without a trusty droid: Sphero unveils Star Wars robots

Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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star wars
Sphero's latest Star Wars robots, including R2-D2 and the ominous BB-9E, hit the market, thrilling fans galaxy-wide.