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Blue Connections IT attains third year of carbon neutrality
Cartech

Blue Connections IT attains third year of carbon neutrality

Blue Connections IT has secured carbon neutral certification for the third consecutive year for its FY24 operations, offsetting 1,040 tonnes of CO2e emissions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
BLUETTI RVSolar 48V power system now available to streamline caravans & boat installs
Smart Home

BLUETTI RVSolar 48V power system now available to streamline caravans & boat installs

BLUETTI launches RVSolar 48V, a 30-minute setup power system for caravans and boats, priced from AUD $4,799 with smart control options available.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Young Australians embrace multi-hyphenate lives with new tech
Gaming

Young Australians embrace multi-hyphenate lives with new tech

New research shows nearly one in four young Australians juggle side hustles and content creation, embracing tech to lead multi-hyphenate lives in 2025.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Logitech unveils new headsets to tackle office distractions
Unified Communications

Logitech unveils new headsets to tackle office distractions

Logitech launches Zone Wireless 2 ES and Zone Wired 2 headsets with AI noise cancellation, designed to improve focus in open-plan offices at AUD $199.95-$309.95.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025

Global Stories

Travel stories

BYRDLI & San Francisco Travel launch real-time travel campaign
Social Media

BYRDLI & San Francisco Travel launch real-time travel campaign

BYRDLI and San Francisco Travel launch real-time campaign where creators share unscripted city experiences, allowing travellers to book trips directly via Travel Clubs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Port of Dover streamlines with Oracle cloud to boost efficiency
Digital Transformation

Port of Dover streamlines with Oracle cloud to boost efficiency

Port of Dover adopts Oracle Fusion Cloud to streamline finance, HR, and supply chain, boosting efficiency as it handles GBP £144 billion in trade annually.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Taking your events team to the top of the podium with technology
Digital Transformation

Taking your events team to the top of the podium with technology

Silverstone transformed its events by adopting Amadeus' technology, boosting sales and fan experiences for F1 weekends drawing 480,000 attendees.

By Iain Saxton • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Game review: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (PS5)

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on PS5 freshens kart racing with mid-race track shifts and a diverse cast, offering vibrant gameplay at 60fps and online multiplayer.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Game review: Ghost of Yotei (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Ghost of Yotei (PS5)

Ghost of Yotei for PS5 offers a stunning revenge tale with deep combat, vast exploration, and a fresh story, earning a perfect 10/10 from PlayStation fans.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Game review: Pac-Man World 2 Re-PAC (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Pac-Man World 2 Re-PAC (PS5)

Pac-Man World 2 Re-PAC on PS5 revisits the classic 2002 platformer with challenging levels, creative gameplay, and nostalgic appeal for fans old and new.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Automated bots now account for majority of traffic to travel sites
Artificial Intelligence

Automated bots now account for majority of traffic to travel sites

Automated bots now make up nearly 60% of visits to travel websites, disrupting bookings and prices across the global tourism sector, a new report reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Rising violence prompts firms to boost executive security spend
Physical Security

Rising violence prompts firms to boost executive security spend

A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
How finance leaders can strengthen audit controls for better spend compliance
Data Analytics

How finance leaders can strengthen audit controls for better spend compliance

Finance leaders can enhance spend compliance by focusing audits on high-risk areas, using AI, automating checks, and applying data analytics for stronger controls.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Building AI for care: Lessons from healthcare
Digital Transformation

Building AI for care: Lessons from healthcare

Trust, built through transparency, reliability and ease, is key for AI adoption in healthcare, enabling tools that truly support clinicians and patients alike.

By Moghis Uddin • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Travel stories

Singapore EXPO adopts ESG tech to boost carbon tracking at events
Supply Chain

Singapore EXPO adopts ESG tech to boost carbon tracking at events

Singapore EXPO adopts ESG tech to track carbon emissions at events, supporting the Green Plan 2030 and greener MICE industry practices across Singapore.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Digital ID promise for UK weighed against risks to inclusion & innovation
Risk & Compliance

Digital ID promise for UK weighed against risks to inclusion & innovation

The UK's new digital ID scheme aims to cut fraud by GBP £1.6bn yearly but faces concerns over inclusion, innovation, and effective implementation from experts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
OM SYSTEM launches OM-5 Mark II camera & pro lens in India
Photography

OM SYSTEM launches OM-5 Mark II camera & pro lens in India

OM SYSTEM debuts the OM-5 Mark II camera and M.ZUIKO 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO lens in India, targeting outdoor photographers this festive season.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025