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OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability
Software Updates

OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability

OPPO launches durable A5 Series smartphones in New Zealand, featuring long battery life, IP65/IP69 ratings, and prices from NZD $229 to $499.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025

Global Stories

Software Updates stories

KnowBe4 launches free resource kit for Cybersecurity Month
Data Protection

KnowBe4 launches free resource kit for Cybersecurity Month

KnowBe4 has launched a free, multilingual resource kit featuring arcade-style tools to help organisations boost cybersecurity during Awareness Month 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
KnowBe4 launches free arcade-themed kit for Security Month
Phishing

KnowBe4 launches free arcade-themed kit for Security Month

KnowBe4 has launched a free arcade-themed toolkit for Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 to help organisations enhance security culture worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Cyberattacks reshape modern conflict & highlight resilience needs
Ransomware

Cyberattacks reshape modern conflict & highlight resilience needs

Recent cyberattacks on infrastructure and healthcare reveal a new digital battleground, prompting global efforts to strengthen cyber resilience and defence.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Critical mcp-remote flaw lets attackers hijack AI client systems
Firewalls

Critical mcp-remote flaw lets attackers hijack AI client systems

A critical flaw in mcp-remote lets attackers hijack AI client systems by executing arbitrary OS commands, urging users to update to version 0.1.16 immediately.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2025
Brightcove unveils AI updates to transform video platform
Customer Experience

Brightcove unveils AI updates to transform video platform

Brightcove launches AI-driven updates, enhancing video streaming with features like automated captioning, multilingual dubbing and smarter content analysis.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
CCH iFirm adds AI, new features for Australasian accountants
Fintech

CCH iFirm adds AI, new features for Australasian accountants

Wolters Kluwer updates CCH iFirm platform with AI and new tools to boost efficiency and client management for accountants in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025
Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered
Firewalls

Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered

Security flaws in 742 printer models from Brother and others risk remote attacks; users urged to update firmware and change default passwords immediately.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Jun 2025
Azul & Chainguard partner on zero-CVE Java containers
DevOps

Azul & Chainguard partner on zero-CVE Java containers

Azul and Chainguard have teamed up to offer zero-CVE Java containers, enhancing security and support for enterprise Java workloads with Hardened, source-built images.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features
Software-as-a-Service

Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features

Genetec upgrades Security Center SaaS with new cloud features, boosting flexibility and enabling seamless hybrid or cloud-native physical security management.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Jun 2025
Apple unveils design overhaul & new AI tools for developers
Large Language Models

Apple unveils design overhaul & new AI tools for developers

Apple has unveiled Liquid Glass design and AI-powered developer tools across its platforms, including Xcode 26 and a new Foundation Models framework.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Software Updates stories

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE with enhanced AI & camera tools
Mobile Device Management

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE with enhanced AI & camera tools

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE in Australia, offering advanced AI tools, improved cameras, and seven years of software support from AUD $1,099.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Krotos Studio Pro update boosts sound design with instant tools
Gaming

Krotos Studio Pro update boosts sound design with instant tools

Krotos Studio Pro's update adds instant ambience and music rendering, stem export, and real-time waveform display to speed up sound design workflows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025
Nayax launches Android POS with rental model in Australia
Customer Experience

Nayax launches Android POS with rental model in Australia

Nayax debuts its Android POS in Australia with a rental model under AUD $1/day, boosting unattended retail with flexible, cost-effective payment tech.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Smartsheet boosts AI platform & grows Australian presence
DevOps

Smartsheet boosts AI platform & grows Australian presence

Smartsheet enhances its AI work management platform with new features and expands its presence in Australia to better support enterprise teams.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Bentley achieves UNECE cybersecurity compliance for GT range
Digital Transformation

Bentley achieves UNECE cybersecurity compliance for GT range

Bentley has secured full UNECE cybersecurity compliance for its GT range, enabling sales across 56 countries with zero audit non-conformities.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Bentley achieves UNECE cybersecurity certification with zero faults
Digital Transformation

Bentley achieves UNECE cybersecurity certification with zero faults

Bentley has secured UNECE cybersecurity certification with zero faults, ensuring its GT range meets stringent cybersecurity and software update regulations for 56 markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025