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Australian Stories

Travel stories

Australians hesitant on AI for travel, report reveals

SiteMinder's latest report reveals Australian travellers are wary of AI, with only 32% open to using it for accommodation, lagging behind Asia and Latin America.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Australians increase Christmas budgets, focus on savings

A recent Pureprofile study reveals Australians plan to increase their Christmas spending, with budgets rising to AUD $468 for gifts and AUD $406 for food.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

Internet of Things

3G shutdown in Australia: Real consequences or overblown concerns?

As Australia delays its 3G network shutdown, debates arise over whether concerns about the switch-off are justified or exaggerated amid the transition.

By Dr Mohamed Nadder Hamdy • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024

Global Stories

Travel stories

Displays

espresso Displays launches new portable monitor & stand

Sydney's Espresso Displays has unveiled the portable Espresso Display 15 and Stand+, enhancing ergonomics for travelling professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024

Buy Now Pay Later

Afterpay insights reveal early holiday shopping trends

Afterpay's Festive Insights report reveals a surge in early holiday shopping, with Australians averaging AUD $1,400 each and a 25% sales increase.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024

Hyperscale

Unlocking unused customer data: A wake up call for travel and hospitality

A report reveals 57% of travel firms struggle to unify customer data, hindering marketing strategies and customer experiences in a competitive industry.

By Billy Loizou • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Fintech

Alipay+ teams with Windcave for ANZ mobile payments

Alipay+ has teamed up with Windcave to simplify cross-border mobile payments for over 10,000 merchants in Australia and New Zealand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Connectivity

Tech woes disrupt key life moments for Britons, study finds

A recent study by HONOR reveals that 59% of Britons have faced tech failures during key life moments, raising concerns over unreliable technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Data Analytics

Travel managers in Australia & NZ embrace AI for growth

Research shows 95% of business travellers in Australia and New Zealand are open to AI for travel, highlighting opportunities for travel managers to innovate.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Edge Computing

Airbnb launches Co-Host Network to simplify management

Airbnb has launched its Co-Host Network, allowing local experts to manage properties, helping homeowners earn income without the daily management hassles.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Surveillance

Dynabook launches Portégé X30L-M ultra-light laptop from AUD $2,060

Dynabook launches ultra-light Portégé X30L-M laptop for business pros, priced from AUD $2,060, featuring AI, security, and military-grade toughness.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

Travel

Traveloka sees 127% surge in searches after festival

Following its 10.10 Travel Fest campaign, Traveloka has experienced a 127% surge in travel searches, signalling a boost in travel planning across Southeast Asia and Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

YouTube

Hands-on Review: HoverAir X1 drone

The HoverAir X1 drone boasts impressive autonomous flying features and delivers smooth 2.7K video quality, perfect for novices.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Digital Transformation

Sitecore exceeds USD $500 million annual recurring revenue

Sitecore has announced it has surpassed USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue for fiscal year 2024, driven by strong demand for its digital experience platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Travel stories

Data Analytics

TCS aids Air France-KLM in cloud data transformation deal

Tata Consultancy Services has struck a multi-year deal with Air France-KLM to transition the airline's data to the cloud for enhanced operational efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024

Marketing

Xtend reports 113% revenue surge amid global expansion

Singapore's Xtend has reported a staggering 113% revenue increase in the first half of the 2024/2025 fiscal year, driven by global expansion and AI innovations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024

Clean technologies

IWG to open flexible workspace at Auckland's Albert Street

International Workplace Group is set to launch a new flexible workspace at 50 Albert Street in Auckland, marking its 15th site in New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024

Network Infrastructure

Thai Airways boosts network with Juniper's AI platform

Thai Airways has upgraded its network infrastructure with Juniper's AI-Native Networking Platform, enhancing operations and customer experience across its services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024