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Farizon SuperVan debuts as NordEast appoints Kevin Richards
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Farizon SuperVan debuts as NordEast appoints Kevin Richards

NordEast appoints Kevin Richards as Farizon Brand Manager to launch the electric SuperVan, aiming to boost New Zealand's commercial fleet electrification by 2028.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025

Global Stories

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services
Smart Cities

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services

Australian IoT firm NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot to enhance smart grid monitoring across global electricity networks using AI and LoRaWAN technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Cyber Security Bill aims to shield UK firms from GBP £2 billion losses
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Security Bill aims to shield UK firms from GBP £2 billion losses

The UK's new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill targets protecting critical infrastructure and firms from cyberattacks causing GBP £2 billion in annual losses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Hexaware boosts cybersecurity with strategic CyberSolve acquisition
Data Protection

Hexaware boosts cybersecurity with strategic CyberSolve acquisition

Hexaware has acquired CyberSolve to enhance cybersecurity with AI-driven identity and access management, boosting global digital security and compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Nov 2025
Blackwired unveils AI-powered upgrades to predict cyber-attacks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Blackwired unveils AI-powered upgrades to predict cyber-attacks

Blackwired launches AI-powered ThirdWatch upgrades to predict and prevent cyber-attacks, enhancing threat visualisation and intelligence for global businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
HERE & Amap join forces on global AI navigation for SDVs
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HERE & Amap join forces on global AI navigation for SDVs

HERE Technologies and Amap have partnered to develop AI-driven navigation for software-defined vehicles, supporting Chinese carmakers expanding globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Mercedes-Benz boosts efficiency with Celonis process intelligence
Digital Transformation

Mercedes-Benz boosts efficiency with Celonis process intelligence

Mercedes-Benz enhances manufacturing efficiency and on-time delivery by integrating Celonis Process Intelligence across its global production and logistics systems.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Quantum security to become top priority for Asia Pacific firms
Robotics

Quantum security to become top priority for Asia Pacific firms

Over 90% of Asia Pacific firms will prioritise quantum security by 2026, driven by rising cyber threats and government-backed initiatives, says Forrester.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2025
Asia Pacific firms to prioritise post-quantum security by 2026
Digital Transformation

Asia Pacific firms to prioritise post-quantum security by 2026

Over 90% of Asia Pacific firms will focus on post-quantum security by 2026, driven by rising cyber threats and regional government initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Hot Wheels racing game launches exclusively for BMW drivers
Cartech

Hot Wheels racing game launches exclusively for BMW drivers

BMW drivers can now enjoy Hot Wheels: Xtreme Overdrive, an exclusive in-car racing game available through AirConsole until June 2026.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

SearchStax launches EU-focused managed search for compliance
Data Protection

SearchStax launches EU-focused managed search for compliance

SearchStax unveils managed Solr search on Google Cloud Data Boundary, ensuring data sovereignty and compliance with EU regulations for European firms.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
EV owners miss out on savings & green benefits amid tariff confusion
Cartech

EV owners miss out on savings & green benefits amid tariff confusion

Many UK EV owners miss out on savings and true green benefits due to confusing tariffs, with some paying up to GBP £372 extra annually for charging at peak times.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Karmo expands debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue soars 35%
Customer Experience

Karmo expands debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue soars 35%

Karmo boosts its debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue jumps 35%, aiming to add 5,000 vehicles to its already largest Australian car subscription fleet.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Lime launches new LimeBike & pricing in Sydney after milestone
Cartech

Lime launches new LimeBike & pricing in Sydney after milestone

Lime launches its next-generation LimeBike in Sydney with new pricing and safety features, marking the Southern Hemisphere debut amid one billion global rides.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Mihup champions human-centred voice AI for broader inclusion
Unified Communications

Mihup champions human-centred voice AI for broader inclusion

Mihup champions human-centred voice AI that supports multiple Indian languages and accents, aiming to boost accessibility beyond urban areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr 7X all-electric SUV
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Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr 7X all-electric SUV

Australian singer and environmental advocate Cody Simpson has been named ambassador for the Zeekr 7X all-electric luxury SUV in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Willow Place unveils Corby's first ultra-rapid EV charging hub
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Willow Place unveils Corby's first ultra-rapid EV charging hub

Willow Place Shopping Centre in Corby has launched its first ultra-rapid EV charging hub with six Kempower chargers, backed by GBP £900,000 investment.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025