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Samsung launches Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849
Samsung

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849

Samsung launches the Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849, boasting a slim 5.8mm design and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
NBN raises $1.2 billion to boost sustainable & digital inclusion
Power / Energy

NBN raises $1.2 billion to boost sustainable & digital inclusion

NBN Co has raised EUR 700m via its first Sustainability Bond to fund energy-efficient fibre and Fixed Wireless projects, enhancing digital inclusion in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims
Unified Communications

Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims

Optus teams with charity Escabags to provide free Escape Bags, including SIM cards, across Australia for domestic abuse victims seeking safety and support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles boosts GDP
Data Analytics

Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles boosts GDP

Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles could add AUD $6.5 billion annually to Australia's economy, says Humans of Purpose blueprint.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
Sennheiser audio transforms flexible meeting rooms in Australia
Sennheiser

Sennheiser audio transforms flexible meeting rooms in Australia

GPT Space&Co partners with Sennheiser to equip flexible meeting rooms in Australia with advanced audio for seamless hybrid collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
'Tech Neck' rising among women as study links pain to device use
Gaming

'Tech Neck' rising among women as study links pain to device use

A study reveals 'Tech Neck' affects 68% of Australian women, linked to screen use; ergonomic habits and breaks can reduce prevalent neck pain.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 26th May 2025
Amber Electric partners with Gentrack to boost power innovation
Data Analytics

Amber Electric partners with Gentrack to boost power innovation

Amber Electric has adopted Gentrack's g2.0 platform to enhance real-time energy management and scale operations, boosting green energy access across Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 26th May 2025
Arlo adds AI-powered audio alerts to Secure Plus in ANZ
Artificial Intelligence

Arlo adds AI-powered audio alerts to Secure Plus in ANZ

Arlo Technologies launches Advanced Audio Detection for its Secure Plus service in Australia and New Zealand, providing AI-powered alerts for critical home sounds.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 26th May 2025
Reskilling initiative helps survivors gain tech jobs & independence
Social enterprise

Reskilling initiative helps survivors gain tech jobs & independence

Humans of Purpose aims to reskill domestic violence survivors with digital training, boosting independence and addressing Australia's tech skills gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sun, 25th May 2025
NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan
Unified Communications

NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan

NBN Co aims for net-zero emissions by 2045, accelerating its target from 2050 and committing to renewable energy and energy-efficient fibre upgrades across Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Omnisenti launches Voice AI platform for small Australian firms
Artificial Intelligence

Omnisenti launches Voice AI platform for small Australian firms

Omnisenti launches a Voice AI platform tailored for Australian small and mid-sized firms, enhancing customer service and operational efficiency with secure voice automation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Cybercriminals industrialise attacks on hospitality sector, report finds
Ransomware

Cybercriminals industrialise attacks on hospitality sector, report finds

Cybercriminals increasingly target Australia's hospitality sector, exploiting digital gaps with sophisticated attacks and dark web services, Trustwave warns.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Study reveals car parks riskier than roundabouts for accidents
Road Safety

Study reveals car parks riskier than roundabouts for accidents

Australian drivers are over three times likelier to crash in car parks than roundabouts, with car parks accounting for 17.4% of non-fatal accidents nationwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 20th May 2025
Huawei unveils WATCH FIT 4 Pro & FIT 4 wearables in Australia
Wearables

Huawei unveils WATCH FIT 4 Pro & FIT 4 wearables in Australia

Huawei launches WATCH FIT 4 Pro and WATCH FIT 4 in Australia, offering advanced fitness tracking, sports features, and up to 10 days battery from AUD $299.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
Kangaroo Island internet at risk as network talks collapse
Customer service

Kangaroo Island internet at risk as network talks collapse

Kangaroo Island residents face possible internet outage from 16 May as supplier Island Wide threatens to cut services amid stalled acquisition talks with Swoop.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Personal data breach at rights commission triggers new alarm
Firewalls

Personal data breach at rights commission triggers new alarm

The Australian Human Rights Commission has suffered a data breach after sensitive documents were exposed online due to a server misconfiguration, raising security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699
Generative AI

Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699

Motorola launches the edge 60 fusion in Australia for AUD $699, featuring AI-driven tools, a Sony LYTIA 700C sensor, and its brightest display yet.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Aussie families face internet lags as homes juggle 20 devices
Malware

Aussie families face internet lags as homes juggle 20 devices

Australian households face rising internet lag as device numbers soar beyond 20, causing streaming and gaming issues; specialist provider Occom offers relief.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Teletrac Navman unveils AI camera to boost Australian fleet safety
Digital Entertainment

Teletrac Navman unveils AI camera to boost Australian fleet safety

Teletrac Navman launches the AI-powered Multi IQ Camera for 360° fleet safety in Australia's heavy vehicle sector, integrating with its TN360 platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025