2026 stories
AI is revolutionising Australia's loyalty sector, driving growth and innovation with a strong focus on ethics, data privacy and workforce transformation.
Atturra will acquire IT firm Blue Connections for up to AUD $25.5 million, expanding its managed services and national presence by August 2025.
Atturra will acquire Blue Connections for AUD $18 million cash, boosting its managed IT services and expanding its presence in Victoria and across Australia.
Launchd has acquired Australian influencer agency Hoozu to boost its global creator strategy and expand its influencer marketing capabilities.
Nayax debuts its Android POS in Australia with a rental model under AUD $1/day, boosting unattended retail with flexible, cost-effective payment tech.
Australian spending on low Earth orbit satellite services is set to reach AUD $664 million by 2026, driven by rising consumer and business demand nationwide.
Zayo Europe's network surged by 61% in H1 2025, with powered route miles soaring across the UK and Germany, now connecting 600 data centres continent-wide.
Commvault's Q1 revenue rose 26% to USD $282 million, driven by strong subscription growth and a 24% jump in annualised recurring revenue.
LevelBlue reports cyber incidents tripled to 17% in early 2025, driven by a 1,450% rise in social engineering attacks like fake CAPTCHA schemes.
US enterprises reap benefits from multi-rail instant payments, using both RTP and FedNow networks for speed, reach and smarter cash flow control.
Optimizely launches new CMS features to boost AI search visibility, helping businesses adapt content for the rise of generative engine optimisation and AI-driven search.
Qualtrics has refreshed its Partner Programme with new tiered tracks to boost global partner growth and enhance experience management capabilities.
NiCE to acquire Cognigy for USD $955 million, combining AI platforms to enhance global customer experience with advanced conversational AI solutions.
Nearly 80% of recruitment agencies urge HMRC to enhance digital tax systems and simplify processes ahead of 2026's Joint and Several Liability rules.
Revolut will be the title partner of Audi's new Formula 1 team starting in 2026, integrating fintech innovations in motorsport and fan engagement.
DayOne begins building a 20MW AI-ready green data centre in Singapore, powered by up to 100% renewable energy and set to open in 2026.
Federal and provincial governments pledge 77m to extend high-speed internet to 6,900 rural and Indigenous homes across British Columbia.
FortHill Fund launches a NZD $50 million raise to expand its industrial property portfolio across Auckland, Christchurch, and Otago amid rising demand.
Avalanche partners with Team1 to launch a USD $100,000 grant supporting India's young Web3 developers through funding and mentorship programmes.
DAMAC Digital is investing USD $2.3 billion in a 144MW AI-driven data centre in Cikarang, boosting Indonesia's role in Southeast Asia's digital infrastructure.