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R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence
Robotics

R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence

A wider mix of drones, ground vehicles and command software can now share passive RF sensing data as R2 Wireless broadens ODIN's defence reach.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Energy & chemicals sector ramps up autonomy by 2030
Manufacturing

Energy & chemicals sector ramps up autonomy by 2030

Energy and chemicals groups target 80% autonomous operations by 2030 as AI-led automation accelerates amid costs, labour gaps and demand.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Avalara NEXT 2026 to spotlight 'agentic' tax automation
Software-as-a-Service

Avalara NEXT 2026 to spotlight 'agentic' tax automation

Avalara opens registration for virtual event Avalara NEXT 2026, spotlighting “agentic” always-on tax and compliance automation for builders.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2026
SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials
Surveillance

SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials

SYOS's SA200 heavy-lift drone completes moving-platform autonomy trials, clearing the ship-ready uncrewed helicopter for serial production.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2026
Forrester maps ten edge & IoT trends set to shape 2025
Unified Communications

Forrester maps ten edge & IoT trends set to shape 2025

AI at the edge, observability and Zero Trust security head Forrester's ten edge and IoT trends it says will redefine enterprise tech in 2025.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
ADLINK gains IEC 62443-4-1 nod for secure edge R&D
Robotics

ADLINK gains IEC 62443-4-1 nod for secure edge R&D

ADLINK secures IEC 62443-4-1 certification, formalising a secure-by-design R&D framework for its industrial edge and OT computing products.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
AI reshapes supply chains as disruption becomes the norm
Ransomware

AI reshapes supply chains as disruption becomes the norm

AI takes centre stage in logistics as Infios predicts 2026 supply chains built for constant disruption, resilience and human‑machine teamwork.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Gartner highlights key AI & innovation trends for APAC governments
Data Privacy

Gartner highlights key AI & innovation trends for APAC governments

Gartner identifies key AI trends for APAC governments in 2025, focusing on AI agents, digital innovation labs, and strong AI governance to enhance citizen services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025
Red Hat unveils updates to partner programme for 2024
Virtualisation

Red Hat unveils updates to partner programme for 2024

Red Hat has unveiled a revamped partner engagement programme, including a Build module to boost partner collaboration and growth opportunities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

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Deteqt raises AUD $5 million to build quantum magnetometer
Robotics

Deteqt raises AUD $5 million to build quantum magnetometer

The seed cash will help the Sydney start-up target GPS-free defence navigation with a chip-scale sensor for drones, robots and vehicles.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Beaten Zone hits AUD $17 million defence fundraise
Cybersecurity

Beaten Zone hits AUD $17 million defence fundraise

Defence tech is drawing fresh investor interest as the Brisbane fund says committed capital has reached AUD $17 million, led by Steve Baxter.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
British bank backs SuperSeed Physical AI fund with cash
Manufacturing

British bank backs SuperSeed Physical AI fund with cash

British Business Bank pledges up to GBP £50 million to SuperSeed's new Physical AI fund targeting early-stage industrial tech start-ups.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
Synergy: How AI agents and humans can play together in the same sandbox
Virtualisation

Synergy: How AI agents and humans can play together in the same sandbox

Agentic AI is shifting automation from rigid rules to adaptive partners, as humans and AI learn to share data, decisions and the same sandbox.

By Ravi Shankar • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Tech giants plan USD $650 billion AI investment surge
Robotics

Tech giants plan USD $650 billion AI investment surge

Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet eye USD $650 billion AI splurge for 2026, stirring investor unease over margins and cloud growth.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026
NMITE & British Army launch autonomous robotics MEng
EduTech

NMITE & British Army launch autonomous robotics MEng

NMITE and the British Army have unveiled a three-year autonomous robotics MEng, blending drone technology with hands-on defence-linked projects.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Westcon-Comstor wins top workplace award on first try in Australia
Human Capital Management

Westcon-Comstor wins top workplace award on first try in Australia

Westcon-Comstor has earned Great Place to Work certification in Australia on its first attempt, with 91% of local staff endorsing it as a great workplace.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
Westcon-Comstor awarded Great Place To Work in 27 countries
Human Capital Management

Westcon-Comstor awarded Great Place To Work in 27 countries

Westcon-Comstor has been certified a Great Place To Work across 27 countries, including the UK, with 80% of staff praising its culture and leadership.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 17th May 2025