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Call for digital equity guarantee to tackle education divide
EduTech

Call for digital equity guarantee to tackle education divide

A new report calls for a Digital Equity Learning Guarantee in Australia to tackle the growing digital divide in education among students.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Youth Chat launches multilingual mental health support
Hyperscale

Youth Chat launches multilingual mental health support

Youth Chat has launched a multilingual mental health service for Australian youth, providing support in 135 languages via popular messaging platforms.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Fed gov imposes fines for inadequate scam prevention
Unified Communications

Fed gov imposes fines for inadequate scam prevention

The federal government is set to impose fines of up to AUD $50 million on companies failing to implement effective measures against rising fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Australia's first halal financial app launched by Hejaz
Fintech

Australia's first halal financial app launched by Hejaz

Hejaz Financial Services has launched Halal Money, Australia's first halal financial app, aiming to meet the needs of Muslim investors with over 15,000 downloads.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
1Wheel revolutionises Australia's private car sales market
Email Security

1Wheel revolutionises Australia's private car sales market

Perth startup 1Wheel is revolutionising private car sales in Australia, offering a transparent, no-fee service amid rising living costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
CommBank app updates enhance security against scams
Crypto

CommBank app updates enhance security against scams

CommBank has unveiled new security features for its mobile app, including digital wallet reviews and scam warnings, to enhance customer protection against fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
OECD & Cisco launch digital well-being hub in Australia
Digital Transformation

OECD & Cisco launch digital well-being hub in Australia

The OECD and Cisco have launched a Digital Well-being Hub in Australia to explore the impact of digital technologies on well-being and inclusivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
EduTech

Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700

AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Fujifilm unveils GFX ETERNA camera for 2025 release
FujiFilm

Fujifilm unveils GFX ETERNA camera for 2025 release

Fujifilm has announced the GFX ETERNA, its first filmmaking camera, slated for a 2025 release, featuring groundbreaking imaging technology.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Australians overpay for internet speeds, says SpinTel study
Unified Communications

Australians overpay for internet speeds, says SpinTel study

A recent SpinTel study reveals that 70% of Australians are hesitant to choose slower internet speeds, potentially forfeiting savings on their plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Adobe partners with Adelaide Uni to transform student experience
EduTech

Adobe partners with Adelaide Uni to transform student experience

Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Australians favour bigger TVs as tech advances & costs drop
Digital Entertainment

Australians favour bigger TVs as tech advances & costs drop

New research from Kogan reveals a surge in demand for larger TVs in Australia, with screen sizes expanding from 65 inches to 100 inches by 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
Australia urged to recycle 13m unused phones for environment
Clean technologies

Australia urged to recycle 13m unused phones for environment

As National Recycling Week unfolds, MobileMuster urges Australians to recycle 13 million unused phones, highlighting a lack of awareness among young people.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
instax prints 'memories' with AI & MRI in new campaign
EduTech

instax prints 'memories' with AI & MRI in new campaign

instax has launched the world's first printed memories using AI and functional MRI technology, transforming lost digital images into tangible recollections.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
HP Australia launches AI-powered OmniBook Ultra Flip 14
Generative AI

HP Australia launches AI-powered OmniBook Ultra Flip 14

HP Australia has launched the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14, an AI-powered 2-in-1 laptop featuring 48 TOPS performance and sustainable design, starting at AUD $2,999.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Salto launches SALTO FOUNDATION to boost inclusion in sport
EduTech

Salto launches SALTO FOUNDATION to boost inclusion in sport

Salto has unveiled the SALTO FOUNDATION, a new initiative dedicated to supporting community development and inclusivity through sport in Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Fujifilm introduces Australia's first open MRI machine
Health Technologies

Fujifilm introduces Australia's first open MRI machine

Altus Medical Imaging in Gladesville has launched Australia's first Fujifilm Open MRI machine, enhancing patient comfort and accessibility in diagnostics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Fujifilm Australia marks 20 years of innovation & growth
Digital Transformation

Fujifilm Australia marks 20 years of innovation & growth

FUJIFILM Australia marks 20 years as part of the FUJIFILM Group, celebrating significant advancements in imaging and technology at Sydney Opera House.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Automised Energy launches app to cut Australian bills
Power / Energy

Automised Energy launches app to cut Australian bills

Automised Energy has unveiled an app designed to help Australian households cut energy bills by offering personalised energy plan matches using the CDR.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024