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Ubigi, Tripsora tie eSIM data to AI travel planning
Unified Communications

Ubigi, Tripsora tie eSIM data to AI travel planning

Ubigi teams with Tripsora to fold travel eSIM data into AI trip planning, promising savings of up to 75% and fewer roaming bill shocks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2026
RobCo raises USD $100m to scale Physical AI robotics
Digital Transformation

RobCo raises USD $100m to scale Physical AI robotics

RobCo secures USD $100m in Series C funding to scale its Physical AI industrial robots across the US and Europe and deepen factory autonomy.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
ProGlove unveils AI tools to cut strain, boost safety
Manufacturing

ProGlove unveils AI tools to cut strain, boost safety

ProGlove launches AI analytics and a voice assistant to cut ergonomic strain, sharpen warehouse safety and boost frontline productivity.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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
RealWear launches Arc 3 headset & Ari OS for safer frontline work
Robotics

RealWear launches Arc 3 headset & Ari OS for safer frontline work

RealWear unveils the Arc 3 headset and Ari OS, offering hands-free, voice-controlled tech to boost safety and efficiency for frontline workers.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2025
KPIT boosts digital car tech with majority stake in N-Dream
Cartech

KPIT boosts digital car tech with majority stake in N-Dream

KPIT Technologies has taken nearly 90% ownership of Swiss firm N-Dream, expanding its reach in in-car gaming and digital vehicle experiences.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
SNP Transformation World 2025 highlights global SAP innovation
Unified Communications

SNP Transformation World 2025 highlights global SAP innovation

SNP Transformation World 2025 in Heidelberg showcased global SAP innovation, featuring leaders from BMW, IBM Australia, and others discussing transformation strategies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Porsche brings in-car multiplayer gaming to Macan with AirConsole
Gaming

Porsche brings in-car multiplayer gaming to Macan with AirConsole

Porsche introduces multiplayer gaming in its new Macan, letting passengers play via smartphones on the infotainment system when parked or moving.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
AWS makes a series of AI moves including $100 million investment
Hyperscale

AWS makes a series of AI moves including $100 million investment

AWS invests USD $100 million to expand its Generative AI Innovation Centre, enhancing AI tools and developer support for global customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Audi & AirConsole launch in-car gaming for passengers on the move
Gaming

Audi & AirConsole launch in-car gaming for passengers on the move

Audi and AirConsole have launched an in-car gaming platform enabling passengers to play interactive games safely while the vehicle is in motion.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025

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Tracker & UK police recover record £41.3m of stolen vehicles
Cartech

Tracker & UK police recover record £41.3m of stolen vehicles

Vehicle theft is increasingly targeting everyday models, even as recovered cars hit a record GBP £41.3 million across the UK in 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
MotorEasy sees GAP claims rise as thefts drive payouts
Cartech

MotorEasy sees GAP claims rise as thefts drive payouts

Vehicle theft is widening shortfalls for drivers, with MotorEasy’s top GAP claims averaging GBP £27,995 after a 17.1% rise.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Tesla Model Y tops 2026 Drive Car of the Year list
Cartech

Tesla Model Y tops 2026 Drive Car of the Year list

Tesla's Model Y has been crowned 2026 Drive Car of the Year, lauded for sub-AUD $60,000 pricing and advanced self-driving tech.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Feb 2026
ProGlove co founder Brunnbauer takes managing director role
Manufacturing

ProGlove co founder Brunnbauer takes managing director role

ProGlove co-founder Konstantin Brunnbauer becomes managing director as CEO Stefan Lampa steps down and shifts to an advisory role.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
From fetch to future: How AI is redefining computing and industry
Robotics

From fetch to future: How AI is redefining computing and industry

Generative AI is transforming computing and industries, urging India to boost AI research and talent to secure a leading global role.

By Ashwin D Raikar • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Exclusive: The 'godfather of process mining' on its past and future
Data Analytics

Exclusive: The 'godfather of process mining' on its past and future

Process mining is transforming Australian businesses, with Queensland Health saving AUD $11 million by optimising operations through this emerging technology.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Vertu Motors boosts efficiency with LogicMonitor for IT overhaul
Digital Transformation

Vertu Motors boosts efficiency with LogicMonitor for IT overhaul

Vertu Motors enhances IT efficiency and customer service across 198 UK dealerships with LogicMonitor's AI-powered platform for unified hybrid infrastructure monitoring.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Most Australians slow to adopt EVs & assisted driving tech
Cartech

Most Australians slow to adopt EVs & assisted driving tech

Most Australians have assisted driving tech but few use it; interest in EVs falls amid battery, cost, and resale worries, says mycar Mobility Index.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025