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Tap into the future: How the University of Sydney transformed campus life with digital ID
EduTech

Tap into the future: How the University of Sydney transformed campus life with digital ID

University of Sydney swaps ageing plastic cards for tap-and-go digital IDs, transforming access, security and sustainability across campus.

By Gallagher Security • 6 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026
Daon outlines five digital identity shifts for 2026
Data Protection

Daon outlines five digital identity shifts for 2026

Daon predicts 2026 digital identity will be reshaped by state-backed ID wallets, deepfake defence, AI 'agents' and continuous workforce checks.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Dec 2025
Apple launches iPhone 17 Pro range with new design & features
Gaming

Apple launches iPhone 17 Pro range with new design & features

Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with new aluminium design, A19 Pro chip, enhanced cameras, longer battery life, and Wi-Fi 7 support.

By Melvin Hipolito • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass, smarter features & redesign
Gaming

Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass, smarter features & redesign

Apple unveils iOS 26 with a Liquid Glass design, smarter Apple Intelligence, and updates to CarPlay, Wallet, Messages, and core apps. Free from iPhone 11.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025
Physical Security

Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025

Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Siemens unveils Apple Wallet access for Building X users
Firewalls

Siemens unveils Apple Wallet access for Building X users

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has introduced a mobile access feature for Building X Security Manager, enabling users to enter buildings via Apple Wallet integration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
HID expands Signo Readers line to suit diverse customer needs
Firewalls

HID expands Signo Readers line to suit diverse customer needs

HID expands its Signo Readers line to meet diverse customer needs, introducing models that cater to environmental design, rugged use, and budget efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
HID & Inner Range extend partnership for wallet-enabled readers
Unified Communications

HID & Inner Range extend partnership for wallet-enabled readers

HID has extended its partnership with Inner Range to introduce wallet-enabled readers and SIFER credentials, enhancing security and convenience for users globally.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Airship unveils app enhancements to boost user engagement
Customer Experience

Airship unveils app enhancements to boost user engagement

Airship has unveiled new tools to boost app engagement, focusing on personalisation and zero-party data collection, revealed at Shoptalk Europe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Chook earns global acclaim at Webbys & Australian Web Awards
Apple

Chook earns global acclaim at Webbys & Australian Web Awards

Strategy and design agency Chook have been honoured at the 28th Annual Webby Awards and the Australian Web Awards for their transformative work on HOYTS websites.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024

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Guzman y Gomez launches Apple CarPlay ordering in Australia
Robotics

Guzman y Gomez launches Apple CarPlay ordering in Australia

It could speed repeat purchases for drivers by letting them order, pay and earn loyalty points without touching a phone.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Mastercard brings Apple Wallet transit payments to Korea
Wearables

Mastercard brings Apple Wallet transit payments to Korea

International visitors to South Korea can now tap iPhone and Apple Watch for subway, bus and taxi fares, avoiding cash and local cards.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2026
Credas launches Compliance Wallet to streamline property checks
Risk & Compliance

Credas launches Compliance Wallet to streamline property checks

Credas has launched its Compliance Wallet to reduce duplication and speed up property sector compliance checks with 15 million wallets available at launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Gallagher Security to unveil AccessNow & tech at Sydney event
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security to unveil AccessNow & tech at Sydney event

Gallagher Security Australia will unveil its AccessNow cloud platform and new fence control tech at Sydney's Security Exhibition, attracting over 11,000 visitors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Suprema launches cloud-based biometric access platform
Surveillance

Suprema launches cloud-based biometric access platform

Suprema launches BioStar Air, a cloud-based biometric access control system designed for easy, scalable management across multiple sites with native biometric support.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Gallagher unveils new updates at Security Event 2025
Apple Wallet

Gallagher unveils new updates at Security Event 2025

Gallagher Security is set to unveil major product updates and discussions at The Security Event 2025 in Birmingham, promising a significant showcase for the industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
HID to unveil advanced biometric tech at 2024 ASIAL Sydney
Firewalls

HID to unveil advanced biometric tech at 2024 ASIAL Sydney

HID to unveil cutting-edge biometric and access control tech at ASIAL 2024 in Sydney, showcasing innovations like the FacePod camera and resilient Signo Keypad Reader.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024