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Sydney community drive expands e-waste recycling at university
Clean technologies

Sydney community drive expands e-waste recycling at university

Konica Minolta Australia, Macquarie University and ANZRP's TechCollect launch Sydney drive to recycle e-waste via free drop-off events and campus bins.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025
The rise of the creative cybercriminal: Leveraging data visibility to combat them
Data Analytics

The rise of the creative cybercriminal: Leveraging data visibility to combat them

In 2023, Australian investors lost AUD $8 million to deepfake scams; 20% of businesses faced such attacks, prompting enhanced AI-driven cybersecurity measures.

By Mandy Andress • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025

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Exclusive: HID talks biometrics and passwordless future
Surveillance

Exclusive: HID talks biometrics and passwordless future

Australian firms rapidly adopt seamless biometric and digital access, blending physical and digital security with flexible, passwordless, and eco-friendly credential solutions.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Getac unveils rugged Copilot+ tablets for AI-driven industries
Supply Chain

Getac unveils rugged Copilot+ tablets for AI-driven industries

Getac launches rugged UX10 and UX10-IP tablets with Intel AI Boost, designed for demanding industries including defence, healthcare and logistics.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
How to choose the ideal AMD Ryzen AI laptop for a student
EduTech

How to choose the ideal AMD Ryzen AI laptop for a student

A new guide helps students choose AMD Ryzen AI laptops, focusing on AI power, battery life, display quality, and developer-friendly features for study needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Check Point launches Enterprise Browser for safer unmanaged access
Firewalls

Check Point launches Enterprise Browser for safer unmanaged access

Check Point unveils Enterprise Browser for Harmony SASE, enhancing Zero Trust security on unmanaged devices used by contractors and BYOD users worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
LG launches StanbyME 2 portable smart screen in Australia
Biometrics

LG launches StanbyME 2 portable smart screen in Australia

LG launches the StanbyME 2, a portable 27-inch QHD smart screen in Australia, priced at AUD $2,199, offering flexible, AI-enhanced entertainment at home.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
Dell highlights AI & innovation at FY25 Partner Awards in ANZ
Storage

Dell highlights AI & innovation at FY25 Partner Awards in ANZ

Dell Technologies honoured top channel partners from Australia and New Zealand for innovation and AI at its FY25 Partner Awards, spotlighting digital transformation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
Getac unveils rugged AI-powered F120 tablet & V120 laptop for field use
Edge Computing

Getac unveils rugged AI-powered F120 tablet & V120 laptop for field use

Getac launches rugged AI-powered F120 tablet and V120 laptop, designed for demanding fieldwork with enhanced durability and advanced computing features.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
AI PCs to make up 31% of global shipments by end of 2025
Small Language Models

AI PCs to make up 31% of global shipments by end of 2025

Gartner forecasts AI PCs will make up 31% of global shipments in 2025, rising to 55% and 143 million units by 2026 amid market uncertainties.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
SIEM's “evil secret”: Agents are not always needed
Firewalls

SIEM's “evil secret”: Agents are not always needed

Many SIEMs still rely on resource-heavy endpoint agents, but cloud-native, agentless solutions promise simpler, cost-effective cybersecurity for modern businesses.

By Erick Ingleby • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Hands-on Review: Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum
Cloud Services

Hands-on Review: Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum

The Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum offers strong suction, lightweight design, and HEPA filtration for easy, effective cleaning around the home.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ
Bluetooth

Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ

Amber Technology debuts Philips NeoPix 150 and 450 Smart projectors in Australia and NZ, offering full HD, portability, and smart streaming from AUD $449.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025

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Two-thirds of UK parents back social media time cap for children
Social Media

Two-thirds of UK parents back social media time cap for children

Two-thirds of UK parents back a government plan limiting children's daily social media use to two hours, reveals a new Uswitch Broadband survey.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast
Cybersecurity

Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast

Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.

By Jake MacAndrew • 6 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
UK police forces face over 13,000 data breaches since 2022
Data Protection

UK police forces face over 13,000 data breaches since 2022

UK police forces have reported over 13,000 data breaches since 2022, with incidents rising yearly and causing serious risks to personal information.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
UK electronics market set for GBP £25.4bn as search trends shift
Gaming

UK electronics market set for GBP £25.4bn as search trends shift

The UK consumer electronics market is set to reach GBP £25.4bn in 2025, driven by AI devices, smartphones and rising demand for new gadgets despite a slight brand dip.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025