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Dreame unveils whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026

Sun, 4th Jan 2026
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Dreame debuts its first whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026, expanding from robot vacuums into appliances, wearables and outdoor tech.
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NBA teams with AWS to launch AI-powered basketball insights hub

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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The NBA teams up with Amazon Web Services to launch an AI-powered platform that transforms basketball insights for coaches, players and fans worldwide.
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Palo Alto Networks launches quantum-ready & AI security suite

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Palo Alto Networks unveils a security suite with quantum-ready encryption and AI tools to protect enterprises' multicloud environments from evolving cyber threats.
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Drowning in data, starving for insights: Amperity experts reveal customer data challenges

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Amperity experts highlight the need for businesses to treat customer data as vital fuel for growth, not just as a technical asset to manage.
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McLaren Racing, Freshworks partner to streamline IT for 2025

Sat, 26th Jul 2025
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McLaren Racing partners with Freshworks to adopt AI-powered IT solutions, enhancing global IT efficiency for the 2025 Formula 1 season and beyond.
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Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.
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Andy Frain notifies 100,000 after major ransomware breach

Tue, 13th May 2025
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Andy Frain Services disclosed a data breach affecting 100,964 individuals in October 2024, with ransomware group Black Basta claiming responsibility.
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How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI

Thu, 8th May 2025
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The Orlando Magic and SAS are revolutionising fandom by using data and AI to personalise experiences, boost ticket sales, and deepen fan engagement.
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Game review: NBA 2K25 (PS5)

Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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NBA 2K25 enhances gameplay with new animations and shooting mechanics but lacks innovative career modes. Despite minor upgrades, it feels familiar. Verdict: 7.0/10.
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Game review: TopSpin 2K25 (PS5)

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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TopSpin 2K25, 2K Sports' return to the popular tennis video game franchise, offers enticing gameplay and stellar player rosters, but disappoints with a lack of offline modes.
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Everything we know so far about NBA 2K23

Fri, 15th Jul 2022
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As excitement for the next iteration of 2K Games' NBA basketball series builds, some new information on the upcoming game, NBA 2K23, has been released.
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Game review: NBA 2K22 (PS5)

Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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NBA 2K22 strives to be the best sports game, with impressive graphics and immersive gameplay, but the learning curve is steep. (161 characters).
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2K ANZ unveils life-size NBA 2K21 LEGO statue

Thu, 1st Apr 2021
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2K Australia and New Zealand has teamed up with The Brickman to create a one-of-a-kind statue of NBA superstar, Zion Williamson.
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Game review: NBA 2K21 (Xbox One)

Thu, 1st Oct 2020
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NBA 2K21 brings basketball back to life with packed courts and cheering crowds, offering a glimpse of normality amidst the pandemic.
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Game review: NBA 2K20 (PS4) makes you work for success

Fri, 27th Sep 2019
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2K continue to push the envelope to give us yet another slick, gorgeous-looking entry to their long-running basketball franchise.
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NBA and Unbnd announce an immersive content partnership

Wed, 26th Jun 2019
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The NBA and Australian firm Unbnd have unveiled a partnership to bring immersive, mixed reality NBA content to fans in Australia and Singapore.
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Game review: NBA 2K19 steps onto the court

Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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NBA 2K19 refines its gameplay and visuals, but persistent microtransactions and minimal innovation from last year hold it back.
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Kiwi app DROPIT and NBA's Phoenix Suns sign three-year partnership agreement

Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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More than 180,000 avid fans are expected to interact with the DROPIT app during Phoenix Suns' home matches this 2017/18 NBA season.
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'Super' 4500 square foot system for Minnesota Timberwolves

Fri, 15th Apr 2016
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The NBA Minnesota Timberwolves are aiming for a new standard of in-arena viewing with a 4300 square foot centerhung display.
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NanoLumens turns up the heat on fan experience

Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Florida basketball fans are basking in an immersive fan experience thanks to digital signage - which is also providing new revenue for the arena owner.