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Hancock takes stake in SpaceX IPO as Rinehart backs Musk
Semiconductors

Hancock takes stake in SpaceX IPO as Rinehart backs Musk

The mining group's move broadens its portfolio beyond resources and gives it exposure to a closely watched US technology listing.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Today
Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service
Unified Communications

Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service

Enterprises linking thousands of low-power devices across borders can now secure them without VPNs or on-device agents in Japan.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Today
Konecta launches Kolibri AI platform for customer ops
Software-as-a-Service

Konecta launches Kolibri AI platform for customer ops

The new system is meant to help firms move AI from pilot projects into live customer operations, with audit trails and human oversight built in.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Yesterday
GSA says private mobile network deployments top 2,000
Unified Communications

GSA says private mobile network deployments top 2,000

Adoption of dedicated LTE and 5G systems is accelerating, with manufacturing still dominant and 5G now taking more than half of new projects.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Yesterday
QNu Labs signs quantum security deals with TU/e & SAGA
Quantum Computing

QNu Labs signs quantum security deals with TU/e & SAGA

The partnerships aim to help banks and critical infrastructure prepare for quantum-era cyber risks as QNu Labs expands in Europe.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
ICEYE raises EUR 450 million in General Atlantic-led round
Nokia

ICEYE raises EUR 450 million in General Atlantic-led round

The deal values the Finnish satellite intelligence group at more than EUR 10 billion as governments step up demand for sovereign space systems.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 2 days ago
CTERA links file data to n8n automation for AI use
Software-as-a-Service

CTERA links file data to n8n automation for AI use

Enterprise users can now feed governed file content into automated and AI workflows without custom code, reducing engineering overhead.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

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Netgear launches Align platform for AV integrators
Network Infrastructure

Netgear launches Align platform for AV integrators

The controller gives AV integrators remote access and bundled timing tools, reducing hardware sprawl as customers demand ongoing support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
Google launches fake call detection for Android users
Data Protection

Google launches fake call detection for Android users

Android users will get a warning when a supposedly familiar caller may be spoofed, as deepfake-enabled scams rise.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Yesterday
FICO adds DataOps to platform for wider AI adoption
Data governance

FICO adds DataOps to platform for wider AI adoption

Weak data pipelines and poor governance can now be checked inside the FICO Platform, as the software maker pushes firms towards safer AI use.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 2 days ago
One in five UK fans miss live sport due to broadband
Gaming

One in five UK fans miss live sport due to broadband

Streaming delays and buffering are leaving millions of viewers missing key moments as home broadband struggles to cope with live sport.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Gamma outlines key success factors for UK MVNO launches
Customer Experience

Gamma outlines key success factors for UK MVNO launches

Brands entering UK mobile via MVNOs need clear differentiation and top-level backing, or their launch is likely to struggle.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • 2 days ago
Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer
Data Analytics

Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer

The appointment underscores Red Alpha's push to train workers who can bridge AI, operations and business needs as demand for hybrid talent grows.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago
NSW Farmers teams with Zetifi on rural safety tech
Agricultural Technology

NSW Farmers teams with Zetifi on rural safety tech

The deal gives farmers access to safety and connectivity gear built for black spots, while NSW Farmers trials it across its own fleet.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Australian firms roll back AI agents over governance
Software-as-a-Service

Australian firms roll back AI agents over governance

Governance failures have forced most Australian enterprises to pull back customer-facing AI agents, even as spending plans and deployments keep rising.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Feds enacts cyber security law for critical sectors
Data Protection

Feds enacts cyber security law for critical sectors

Operators in finance, telecoms, energy and transport face mandatory reporting and stronger safeguards as Ottawa tightens oversight of cyber risk.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Millions risk buffering as football streaming surges
Smart TV

Millions risk buffering as football streaming surges

Broadband gaps could spoil live action for 2.4 million UK households as millions stream football matches this summer.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 3 days ago