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Hands-on review: Aspera Nitro 2 smartphone
Tue, 28th May 2024
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smartphones
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Australia budget mobile phone manufacturer, Aspera Mobile, has released its Nitro 2 Android Go smartphone. Techday’s Darren Price takes a look at the pearl version of the phone sent over for review.
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AI-powered cake baking facility opened in Queensland
Tue, 28th May 2024
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smart factory
Priestleys Gourmet Delights has unveiled a 53 million AI-powered facility in Brisbane, doubling production capacity and creating 56 jobs by 2026.
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Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping
Tue, 28th May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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amazon
Australian shoppers trust Amazon far more than emerging rivals Temu and Shein, reveals a Pattern study. Only 7% vouch for Temu's product quality.
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Over 300 million children face online sexual abuse annually
Mon, 27th May 2024
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data sharing
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interpol
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children
Conducted by the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and UNSW, the report highlights a growing public health crisis.
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NTT revolutionises fan experience at Indianapolis 500 with AI
Mon, 27th May 2024
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ntt
NTT enhances fan experience at Indianapolis 500 with AI innovations, including the Race Like the Pros simulator and Smart Venue technology for seamless event management.
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Kaspersky report: 42% of cyberattacks target public-facing apps
Mon, 27th May 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Kaspersky’s 2023 Incident Response report reveals that 42.37% of cyberattacks exploit public-facing applications, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in such online platforms.
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Asus unveils AI-powered Vivobook S 15 with Snapdragon X Elite
Fri, 24th May 2024
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ASUS has released the AI-powered Vivobook S 15, a collaboration with Microsoft and Qualcomm, now available for pre-order in Australia.
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Report reveals cybersecurity anxiety among Australians
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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breach prevention
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data breach
The auDA's Digital Lives of Australians 2024 report reveals 99% of Australians value the internet, yet 64% limit use due to growing cybersecurity fears.
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Generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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productivity
New research by Accenture shows generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion by 2038, adding 0.75% to annual GDP growth.
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There’s a whole new wave of investment scams – and they feature people you might know
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
AI-generated deepfakes are fuelling a new era of investment scams, featuring familiar faces to deceive us. Here's how to spot and avoid these high-tech traps.
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Education Perfect's AI tool set to transform student learning
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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e-learning
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Education Perfect launches AI Powered Feedback Tool to revolutionise learning with immediate, adaptive support, enhancing outcomes in various subjects.
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Game review: Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II (Xbox Series X)
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Ninja Theory’s Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II offers stunning graphics and engaging puzzles, but its short length and limited combat options might disappoint some gamers.
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Amber Technology unveils Philips NeoPix 230 Smart projector
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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digital entertainment
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youtube
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netflix
Amber Technology launches the Philips NeoPix 230 Smart, a highly portable projector boasting full HD resolution, versatile positioning, and built-in apps.
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Dell launches new AI-powered laptops with extreme battery life
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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ai
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cleantech
Dell unveils AI-driven laptops featuring extraordinary battery life and advanced on-device AI capabilities, targeting both consumers and professionals.
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Microsoft unveils new Surface Pro & Surface Laptop
Tue, 21st May 2024
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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cleantech
Microsoft's new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Plus, debut as the fastest, AI-enhanced, and most sustainable Windows PCs ever.
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Hands-on review: Logitech Zone 300 Wireless Headset
Tue, 21st May 2024
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Techday NZ's hands-on review of the Logitech Zone 300 Wireless Headset highlights its affordability, superior sound quality, and clear noise-cancelling mic.
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Australia launches first women-centric AI health assistant
Tue, 21st May 2024
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data privacy
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Australian femtech app Ovum enters pilot phase to transform women's healthcare by addressing systemic gaps with AI-driven, health management.
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Western Digital unveils world's highest capacity portable 6TB HDDs
Tue, 21st May 2024
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cloud services
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wd
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western digital
Western Digital unveiled the world's highest capacity 2.5-inch portable HDDs, including a 6TB WD My Passport, WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, and SanDisk G-DRIVE ArmorATD.
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New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
Mon, 20th May 2024
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support
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digital divide
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australian bureau of statistics
A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.
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Complex hiring processes deter 70% of Australian job seekers
Mon, 20th May 2024
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hcm
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healthtech
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payroll systems
New research shows nearly 70% of Australian job applicants abandon applications due to complex hiring processes, creating a hiring crisis amid a 4.1% unemployment rate.