FutureFive Australia - Consumer technology news from the future

Island Stories - Page 5

Australian Stories

Island stories

Global Stories

Island stories

DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production
Data Analytics

DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production

DreamWorks Animation has deepened its partnership with Lenovo, naming it preferred provider to boost film production with advanced computing solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Visa & Sektor join to highlight payment innovation at event
Digital Transformation

Visa & Sektor join to highlight payment innovation at event

Visa partners with Sektor as co-host for the 2026 Hamilton Island Conference, focusing on payment innovation and tech collaboration in Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Game review: WWE 2K25 (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: WWE 2K25 (Xbox Series X)

WWE 2K25 is set to launch on 14 March 2024, showcasing stark advancements in graphics and gameplay, promising a thrilling wrestling experience for fans.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability
Apple

Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability

Apple's new iPhone 16e offers a compelling blend of performance and affordability, priced at USD $599, making it an attractive option for users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales
Data Analytics

Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales

Flock Consulting has appointed Matt Hemens as Head of Sales, aiming to enhance growth and expand its reach in New Zealand and Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Island stories

Sensay unveils AI-powered government led by historical icons
Artificial Intelligence

Sensay unveils AI-powered government led by historical icons

Sensay launches AI-led government on Sensay Island, governed by digital recreations of historic leaders to innovate transparent policymaking.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia
Northland

Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia

Almost 80,000 New Zealanders moved to Australia in 2024 as economic pressure worsens mental health, with over half citing financial stress as their main concern.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Canon Oceania opens NZD $20,000 grant for community groups
EduTech

Canon Oceania opens NZD $20,000 grant for community groups

Canon Oceania has launched its 2025 Grants program, offering NZD $20,000 in funding and products to support New Zealand community groups and schools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users
Artificial Intelligence

Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users

Tinder has launched The Game Game in the UK, an AI-powered chat experience letting users practise dating skills with GPT-4o on iOS devices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Meridian opens EV charging station with innovative setup
Cartech

Meridian opens EV charging station with innovative setup

Meridian has launched a cutting-edge electric vehicle charging station at Springs Junction, revolutionising EV infrastructure on New Zealand's South Island.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Gallagher Security appoints new Business Manager in NZ
Unified Communications

Gallagher Security appoints new Business Manager in NZ

Gallagher Security has appointed Morgan Ruigrok as Business Development Manager for the Lower North Island, reinforcing their commitment to growth in New Zealand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Being heard as a female senior leader
International Women's Day

Being heard as a female senior leader

As women ascend to leadership roles, they often grapple with being unheard; but overcoming this challenge is vital for future generations, particularly in male-dominated fields.

By Rebecca Chapman • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Nokia to upgrade DE-CIX New York backbone to 400GE
DataCentre infrastructure

Nokia to upgrade DE-CIX New York backbone to 400GE

Nokia has been chosen to enhance DE-CIX New York's backbone network, bolstering its status as the largest internet exchange in the Northeast with upgraded optical technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Netsafe & Sticks 'n Stones unite to fight bullying
Cyberbullying

Netsafe & Sticks 'n Stones unite to fight bullying

Netsafe and Sticks 'n Stones have formed a strategic partnership to combat bullying and improve digital wellbeing for young people across New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role
Firewalls

Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role

Kusania Cairns has been appointed as Business Development Manager at Gallagher Security, aiming to strengthen partner relationships in the South Island.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Marks & Spencer tops Christmas social media supermarket war
Social Media

Marks & Spencer tops Christmas social media supermarket war

Marks & Spencer has dominated social media this Christmas, amassing an earned media value of GBP £6.7 million through a robust influencer campaign.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power
Hyperscale

Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power

Equinix has signed a new renewable energy agreement with Sembcorp Power to generate 58.5 MWp of solar energy for its Singapore data centres from 2029.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024