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SITA links Google Find Hub with WorldTracer baggage data

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SITA links Google's Find Hub with WorldTracer, letting airlines use passenger-shared bag locations to speed delayed baggage recovery.
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Singapore, Germany, Finland lead youth AI readiness ranks

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Singapore, Germany and Finland are ranked best in the world for youth AI readiness, driven by strong digital networks and STEM education.
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Snap launches digital safety course for teenagers, parents

Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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data protection
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e-learning
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data privacy
Snap unveils a 45-minute interactive digital safety course for teens and parents, plus expanded Snapchat arrival alerts to boost protection.
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myFirst expands kid-safe tech ecosystem with Circle app

Tue, 10th Feb 2026
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storage
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wearables
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private cloud
myFirst expands its kid-focused tech range and Circle app, offering smartphone-style features with tighter safety controls for families.
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Snapchat expands Family Centre with new teen controls

Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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data privacy
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social media
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Snapchat adds detailed screen-time and friend context tools to Family Centre, giving parents new teen safety insights without reading chats.
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Bill to criminalise stalking delayed as debate continues

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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malware
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data protection
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data privacy
New Zealand's proposed law to criminalise stalking and cyberstalking faces delays, as experts warn citizens to take proactive steps to secure their digital privacy.
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Apple unveils affordable iPhone 16e with A18 chip, NZD $1,199

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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clean technologies
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16e, a more affordable addition to its iPhone 16 range, boasting high-performance features and enhanced durability.
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Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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social media
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online safety
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location sharing
Snapchat has introduced new location-sharing features in its Family Centre to boost safety and connectivity for families using the app.
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Twilio launches global RCS messaging to boost customer trust

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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cx
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apple
Twilio launches global Rich Communication Services, enhancing traditional messaging with branded sender ID, logos, and interactive features without code changes.
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Things are getting personal with Microsoft Teams

Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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Microsoft Teams introduces new features to help users manage work and personal life, allowing seamless collaboration, sharing, and organisation.
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ASB joins another Chinese social media platform

Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wechat
ASB enhances customer outreach by launching a WeChat profile, expanding services to Chinese clients after its successful Weibo debut.
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Customer data - walking the line between helpful innovation and invasion of privacy

Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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Data privacy concerns have reached new heights as personal information is stored in more places than ever before.