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Vistage CEO survey shows UK SME leaders facing economic doubt
Artificial Intelligence

Vistage CEO survey shows UK SME leaders facing economic doubt

Vistage's Q3 2024 CEO Confidence Index reveals a drop from 111.6 to 107.1, highlighting economic uncertainty for UK and Ireland SMEs amidst the looming Autumn Budget.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Crunchyroll & Spotify partner to enhance anime music experience
Unified Communications

Crunchyroll & Spotify partner to enhance anime music experience

Crunchyroll partners with Spotify to launch curated anime music playlists, enriching fans' experience. Global anime music streams on Spotify have surged by 395% since 2021.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Infinigate Group invests in Wavelink to expand into ANZ market
Cybersecurity

Infinigate Group invests in Wavelink to expand into ANZ market

Infinigate has invested in Wavelink, securing a majority stake and cementing its entry into the ANZ market while enabling Wavelink to operate autonomously.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
Megantic wins three major awards at Global Agency Awards
Marketing Technologies

Megantic wins three major awards at Global Agency Awards

Megantic triumphed at the Global Agency Awards, winning Best Agency Culture, Best eCommerce Agency, and Best SEO Agency, underscoring its dedication to excellence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Generative AI

AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media

Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Metropolis launches new .metropolis Web3 domains with Unstoppable
Network Infrastructure

Metropolis launches new .metropolis Web3 domains with Unstoppable

Metropolis, a bustling SocialFi network with 400+ creators and brands, unveils user-owned digital identities via .metropolis Web3 domains in partnership with Unstoppable Domains.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice
EduTech

Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice

Data Democratisation offers the potential for self-service solutions, but risks of misuse call for a careful balance between user empowerment and proper data management practices.

By Michael Ogilvie • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start
Data Analytics

Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start

Despite the proven benefits, the untapped potential of data and AI within the mining industry remains overlooked due to traditional mindset, uncertain ROI and a lack of skills and expertise.

By Patrick Bangert and Andrew Kirk • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024

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SOUTHSTART 2026 brings global tech & culture to SA
EduTech

SOUTHSTART 2026 brings global tech & culture to SA

SOUTHSTART 2026 will bring OpenAI, Canva, Derek Sivers and Peter Helliar to Adelaide for a three-day tech, climate and culture forum.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Goodbye, scalpers: how blockchain can finally fix the broken ticketing industry
Gaming

Goodbye, scalpers: how blockchain can finally fix the broken ticketing industry

Blockchain technology is set to transform ticketing by ending scalping, fraud, and fees, creating fair, transparent access for fans and organisers alike.

By John Wu • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Bristol to launch BTF+ festival blending tech, culture & arts
Unified Communications

Bristol to launch BTF+ festival blending tech, culture & arts

Bristol is set to host BTF+, a six-day festival blending technology, creativity and culture, from 6-11 October 2025 in the Old City area.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
Cricut partners with Indigenous artists to support NAIDOC Week
Sales

Cricut partners with Indigenous artists to support NAIDOC Week

Cricut partners with three Indigenous artists to launch designs for NAIDOC Week, donating all proceeds to Indigenous charities supporting culture and literacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
SAS unveils AI Governance Map to boost trust & compliance
DevOps

SAS unveils AI Governance Map to boost trust & compliance

SAS launches AI Governance Map, aiding organisations to assess and enhance AI governance across oversight, compliance, operations, and culture domains.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period
Gaming

Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period

Mobile app usage in Indonesia has surged during Ramadan, with shopping sessions up 11%, highlighting the cultural significance of the holy month.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Hilton named top hospitality workplace in Asia for eighth year
Recruitment

Hilton named top hospitality workplace in Asia for eighth year

Hilton has been named Asia's top-ranking hospitality workplace for the eighth year by Great Place to Work, taking 2nd place among the top 100 multinationals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Interactive appoints Alex Coates as new CEO from 2025
Customer Experience

Interactive appoints Alex Coates as new CEO from 2025

Alex Coates has been appointed CEO of Interactive, effective 28 January 2025, set to steer the firm's growth in Cloud, Cyber, and Systems sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
UK business leaders stressed by rapid tech changes, study finds
Digital Transformation

UK business leaders stressed by rapid tech changes, study finds

A BBD Perfect Storm Co/Labs survey reveals UK business leaders' anxiety over rapid tech evolution, with many admitting to stress and a fear of appearing outdated.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024