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Australian startup Heatseeker won top prize in L'Oréal's Big Bang Beauty Tech competition, advancing AI beauty tech across the South Asia Pacific region.

By 2026, AI will revolutionise banking and insurance, with over half of younger adults using generative AI for financial advice, says Forrester report.

Simon de Winter Group teams up with Middlebank Consulting Group to digitally transform its supply chain, boosting efficiency across Australia and New Zealand.

Global ransomware attacks surged 28% in September, with Industrials hardest hit, as cyber criminals ramp up efforts ahead of the busy holiday season.

BRKZ has secured a USD $30 million loan to expand its financing solutions and support the growth of Saudi Arabia’s booming construction sector.

Manuka AI strengthens its leadership with two senior hires to expand enterprise AI and data transformation services across Australia and New Zealand.

Ace launches as the first post-digital consultancy for financial services, advising on quantum computing and advanced AI beyond digital transformation.

TelCables Europe and euNetworks partner to enhance low-latency digital links across Europe, expanding network reach from 53 cities to intercontinental markets.

KnowBe4 has honoured top EMEA partners for excellence in cyber defence, marketing innovation, and growth in its 2025 Partner Programmeme Awards.

Outsized has launched Bench, a platform that rapidly connects finance firms in Australia with nearly 3,000 pre-vetted independent professionals on demand.

EXA Infrastructure has raised EUR €1.3 billion to expand its fibre and subsea networks across Europe, North America and the Middle East.

Vertiv and PNY partner to supply power and cooling infrastructure for AI deployments, simplifying high-density system rollouts across EMEA.

Aryaka has launched a revamped partner programme to accelerate global channel growth, boosting support and incentives for distributors and resellers worldwide.

Asia-Pacific leads global mobile app growth in 2025, with installs up 11% and gaming revenues hitting USD $66.7 billion, says Adjust report.

Two Australian startups, Mary Technology and Pluralis Research, join AWS AI Accelerator 2025, receiving up to USD $1m credits to boost generative AI innovations.

YY Group will use Obita’s stablecoin platform to enhance cross-border payments for its global gig workforce, boosting speed, security and inclusion.

London firm Duke of Design cuts 3D interior design costs to under GBP £1 and slashes rendering time from days to minutes using AI technology.

Phantom Taurus, a new Chinese state-backed group, targets governments and telecoms in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia with advanced espionage tools and tactics.

L'Oréal unveils ten startups shortlisted for its 2025 SAPMENA Beauty Tech Innovation Programme, competing to pilot projects and gain mentorship across 35 markets.

Trident's income rose 3.5% to GBP £651 million in 2025, powered by sustainable practices and global demand for eco-friendly textiles and paper products.