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Cryptocurrency investments rise in anticipation of Trump era
Crypto

Cryptocurrency investments rise in anticipation of Trump era

Cryptocurrency investments are surging globally as investors anticipate Donald Trump's inauguration, coinciding with a bullish outlook on digital assets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Charging infrastructure a major hurdle for EV growth
Cartech

Charging infrastructure a major hurdle for EV growth

A study by Tata Consultancy Services reveals that 74% of EV manufacturers see charging infrastructure as a major barrier to electric vehicle growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx
Software-as-a-Service

Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx

Hexagon has unveiled VTDx, a cloud-based software for testing Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, aiming to streamline testing and reduce costs for automakers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power
Cartech

Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power

Westcon-Comstor has reached a landmark achievement by powering all its sites in Australia and New Zealand with 100% renewable electricity, aiming for global targets by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
VR & AR transforming innovation in product development
Digital Transformation

VR & AR transforming innovation in product development

Virtual and Augmented Reality are revolutionising product development and innovation across industries, driving demand for these transformative technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Simulation engineering helps firms cut environmental impact
Cartech

Simulation engineering helps firms cut environmental impact

A new report by Ansys and McKinsey highlights simulation engineering's role in innovation and sustainability, showcasing a potential 10% reduction in emissions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Stefan Krause joins artius.iD as strategic advisor
Cartech

Stefan Krause joins artius.iD as strategic advisor

Security and digital ID firm artius.iD appoints Stefan Krause, ex-CFO of BMW and Deutsche Bank, to its Board of Strategic Advisors amid growing cybersecurity challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap
Data Analytics

Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap

The automotive repair sector is facing a skills gap as AI transforms vehicles, demanding technicians proficient in modern diagnostics and training methods.

By Chris Iavocou • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound
3D Printing

Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound

Shipments of industrial 3D printers are set to recover by late 2025, with a predicted 15% increase driven by demand for metal-based systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Thoughtworks partners with AWS to advance GenAI in Asia
Hyperscale

Thoughtworks partners with AWS to advance GenAI in Asia

Thoughtworks has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to boost generative AI solutions for industries across the Asia Pacific, enhancing customer engagement and productivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Crypto industry poised for major growth in 2025
Crypto

Crypto industry poised for major growth in 2025

Adrian Przelozny forecasts a transformative 2025 for cryptocurrency, buoyed by pro-crypto US policies and growing institutional investment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet
Cartech

Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet

Splend has secured over USD $300 million to expand its zero-emissions rideshare fleet in Australia and the UK, aiming for 10,000 vehicles by 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
LG achieves Level 3 cybersecurity certification for cars
Certification

LG achieves Level 3 cybersecurity certification for cars

LG Electronics has attained Level 3 Cybersecurity Management Systems certification from TÜV Rheinland, highlighting its commitment to automotive cybersecurity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
NTT DATA to acquire Niveus for Google Cloud expansion
Digital Transformation

NTT DATA to acquire Niveus for Google Cloud expansion

NTT DATA plans to acquire Niveus Solutions, boosting its Google Cloud capabilities with an additional 1,000 experts to enhance AI and data engineering services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Creative Dock acquires nFrontier to boost hardware design
Robotics

Creative Dock acquires nFrontier to boost hardware design

Creative Dock has acquired Berlin-based nFrontier, marking its entry into hardware production and promising to slash development cycles drastically.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Europeans interested in AI cars but reluctant to pay extra
Artificial Intelligence

Europeans interested in AI cars but reluctant to pay extra

A study shows strong interest in AI cars among Europeans, with 79% keen but only 23% willing to pay extra for the technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Moomoo Australia partners with GraniteShares for exclusive ETFs
Cartech

Moomoo Australia partners with GraniteShares for exclusive ETFs

Moomoo Australia has partnered exclusively with GraniteShares to improve access to specialist ETFs, enhancing investment opportunities for Australian investors.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024