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Sony launches BRAVIA 9 II & Theatre Trio in Australia
Sony

Sony launches BRAVIA 9 II & Theatre Trio in Australia

Premium home cinema buyers will pay up to AUD $44,999 as Sony rolls out its first True RGB LED televisions and matching audio gear.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • This month
NAB redesigns app & online banking for retail customers
Digital Transformation

NAB redesigns app & online banking for retail customers

Customers will spend less time hunting for bills and security settings as the bank rolls out a simpler mobile and online layout.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

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Apple expands intelligence across apps & Siri revamp
Data Protection

Apple expands intelligence across apps & Siri revamp

The rollout deepens Apple's AI push, but some users in Europe and China will miss key features as Siri's remake arrives later in beta.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last week
The global content challenge slowing Australian brands down
Digital Transformation

The global content challenge slowing Australian brands down

Rigid global workflows are leaving Australian marketers with slower publishing, duplicated content and weaker local relevance across markets.

By Sam Hoare • 4 min read • Last month
Kai's Education brings KaiBot to blind students in US
Artificial Intelligence

Kai's Education brings KaiBot to blind students in US

US blind and low-vision pupils will gain screen-free coding lessons as KaiBot reaches classrooms through a specialist education distributor.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Google to launch Android XR audio glasses this autumn
Wearables

Google to launch Android XR audio glasses this autumn

Hands-free AI features will reach wearers first, as Google's audio smart glasses are due to go on sale this autumn.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month

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Multiverse & Synthesia add AI video tools for learners
Digital Transformation

Multiverse & Synthesia add AI video tools for learners

Learners across the UK will gain access to AI video creation, as employers look for practical returns from workplace training.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
CFIT launches coalition on supported payments for inclusion
Data Protection

CFIT launches coalition on supported payments for inclusion

Backed by HM Treasury, the plan could give millions safer ways to let trusted helpers oversee everyday spending without losing independence.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
UK public sector races ahead with AI as trust lags
Data Analytics

UK public sector races ahead with AI as trust lags

Public confidence is trailing adoption, with nearly half of citizens uneasy about AI in services despite rapid uptake by public bodies.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Gallagher Security adds AccessNow to Command Centre
Digital Transformation

Gallagher Security adds AccessNow to Command Centre

The update should cut manual access approvals and give organisations clearer reporting from their security systems, while improving accessibility.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
HMRC picks Capgemini, NiCE & Route 101 for overhaul
Digital Transformation

HMRC picks Capgemini, NiCE & Route 101 for overhaul

Millions of taxpayers should see faster, more consistent support as HMRC moves contact services onto a single cloud platform with AI tools.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
bunq study finds UK women lag men in crypto investing
Crypto

bunq study finds UK women lag men in crypto investing

Women in the UK are far less likely than men to buy crypto, with many saying they lack the confidence or know-how to start investing.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Microsoft Dream Space reaches 550,000 students in Ireland
Smart Cities

Microsoft Dream Space reaches 550,000 students in Ireland

The milestone comes as Irish schools widen STEM and AI learning, with 1,000 pupils showcasing projects on rural safety, inclusion and sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Disabled shoppers face widespread barriers, study finds
Customer Experience

Disabled shoppers face widespread barriers, study finds

Widespread access failures are driving disabled shoppers away, with 38% abandoning purchases and most avoiding brands after bad experiences.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Young adults hit hardest by mobile app barriers in UK
Digital Transformation

Young adults hit hardest by mobile app barriers in UK

Mobile barriers are costing UK businesses customers, with 81% of 18- to 24-year-olds reporting problems on smartphones.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Ecommpay adds Recite Me toolbar to boost accessibility
Fintech

Ecommpay adds Recite Me toolbar to boost accessibility

Visitors with disabilities or language barriers can now use text-to-speech and translation tools on Ecommpay's site after its latest accessibility upgrade.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Google expands Singapore AI pact across public sector
Cloud Security

Google expands Singapore AI pact across public sector

The pact will widen use of AI in Singapore's public services, schools and labs, while adding new tests on safety, governance and inclusion.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month