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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
Study reveals global views on journalism & technology
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Study reveals global views on journalism & technology

A new CNTI report reveals global views on journalism, highlighting a disconnect between journalists and the public over its value and role in society.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Equinix appoints Cyrus Adaggra as President for APAC
Digital Transformation

Equinix appoints Cyrus Adaggra as President for APAC

Equinix has appointed Cyrus Adaggra as President for the Asia-Pacific region, a role vital for addressing customer demands in a tech-driven landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

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Indosat launches Jaga Raya to boost ecosystem monitoring
EduTech

Indosat launches Jaga Raya to boost ecosystem monitoring

Indosat has launched Jaga Raya, an IoT-driven programme monitoring ecosystems in Indonesia to boost environment protection and community livelihoods.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Free creative industry workshops announced for West Yorkshire
Marketing Technologies

Free creative industry workshops announced for West Yorkshire

Free workshops on branding, AI, and sales will support creative businesses in West Yorkshire, hosted by Unity Enterprise at Leeds Media Centre.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Pairs dating app enters South Korea with AI match feature
Artificial Intelligence

Pairs dating app enters South Korea with AI match feature

Pairs dating app launches in South Korea with AI-driven matching, aiming to connect singles seeking serious, value-based relationships and marriage.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Rural Queensland healthcare boosted as gamers unite to fund RFDS
Gaming

Rural Queensland healthcare boosted as gamers unite to fund RFDS

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Queensland is engaging gamers to fundraise via streams, boosting emergency healthcare in rural communities through their May campaign.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Vodafone celebrates connecting 200 millionth IoT device
Unified Communications

Vodafone celebrates connecting 200 millionth IoT device

Vodafone has achieved a major milestone by connecting its 200 millionth Internet of Things device, enhancing its global IoT network across various sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
UK set to play crucial role in $2 trillion chip market
Semiconductors

UK set to play crucial role in $2 trillion chip market

The global semiconductor industry is set to reach $2 trillion annually within ten years, with the UK poised for significant growth, says NMI.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
The number of women in tech roles is in decline. Here's what we can do about it
Cloud Services

The number of women in tech roles is in decline. Here's what we can do about it

The representation of women in tech roles is declining, with only 21% of senior positions in the UK held by women, raising concerns for future equality.

By Tanya Field • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Diverse construction industry amplifies success on Women's Day
DevOps

Diverse construction industry amplifies success on Women's Day

As International Women's Day approaches, the construction sector must embrace diversity to tap into untapped talent and drive innovation, experts say.

By Agustina Amaya • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
AI centre to tackle fare evasion on public transport system
Customer Experience

AI centre to tackle fare evasion on public transport system

Cubic Transportation Systems will partner with Imperial College London to create an innovation centre aimed at combating GBP £130 - £150 million in annual fare evasion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Cricket Australia unveils AI feature for live match insights
Marketing Technologies

Cricket Australia unveils AI feature for live match insights

Cricket Australia has introduced an AI-powered feature in its Live app, enhancing real-time match insights for fans during the Women's Ashes at the MCG.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant
Generative AI

Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant

Sage has launched its AI-powered assistant, Sage Copilot, to support small and medium-sized businesses in the UK, enhancing financial insights and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Edge Total Intelligence secures CAD $5m private placement
Digital twins

Edge Total Intelligence secures CAD $5m private placement

Edge Total Intelligence has successfully raised CAD $4,999,490 through a private placement, aiming to enhance its AI-powered Digital Twins technology.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects
EduTech

UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects

Investment in the UK's space sector has surged by 435% since 1990, creating nearly 49,000 jobs and fostering educational opportunities for future generations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
5G O-RAN successfully deployed at remote Kielder Observatory
Unified Communications

5G O-RAN successfully deployed at remote Kielder Observatory

AWTG and the Borderlands 5G Innovation Region have successfully deployed a 5G O-RAN site at Kielder Observatory, demonstrating strong remote connectivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024