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Embracing innovation crucial for Australia's future
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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jobs
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research
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Australia's future prosperity hinges on harnessing innovation and establishing a strong presence in tech value chains, Urbis indicates.
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Virgin Media O2 & Hubbub unveil 400,000 device tech lending scheme
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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smartphones
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cleantech
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sustainability
Virgin Media O2 and Hubbub introduce a landmark 400,000 device lending scheme, the Tech Lending Community project, to tackle British digital inequality and electronic waste, benefitting underprivileged individuals and assisting charities including Refuge and Centrepoint.
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World Backup Day highlights importance of sustainable data practices
Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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In the run-up to World Backup Day, data storage giants emphasise the importance of secure, eco-friendly backup practices amid escalating AI deployment and sustainability concerns.
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Keeper Security enhances UI & introduces new onboarding experience
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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Keeper Security bolsters its cybersecurity platform with enhanced user interface, launches new, user-friendly onboarding experience guided by a Quick Start Checklist.
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Tangerine Telecom innovates to lessen monthly mobile expenses
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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smartphones
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telco
Tangerine Telecom fights rising telecom costs with innovative mobile billing solutions, offering plans focused on affordability, flexibility, and value for customers' evolving needs.
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SBM marketing agency unveils new advanced studios in Melbourne
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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collaboration
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digital marketing
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social media
Full-service marketing agency, SBM, launches its state-of-the-art studios in Moorabbin, Melbourne, to bolster its commitment to enhanced customer service and regional presence.
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Digital Future Aotearoa calls for greater laptop donations
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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edutech
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personal computing devices
Amid a growing digital divide, Digital Future Aotearoa urgently appeals for laptop donations for their RAD initiative, supporting educational and employment aspirations of Aotearoa's youth.
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GreenBox Group acquires managed services company RemarkIT
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
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managed services
GreenBox Group takes a significant step towards improving New Zealand's e-waste policy through their acquisition of RemarkIT.
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Cradlepoint & Switch MSP to improve Australian connectivity
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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wireless networks
Cradlepoint partners with Australian MSP Switch to offer improved wireless connectivity solutions, benefiting clients like Renascent Construction and Guardian Childcare.
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HP introduces innovative suite of AI-enabled platforms & services
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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HP has introduced a suite of solutions, including the AI-enabled digital experience platform WEX, at the Amplify Partner Conference 2024, advancing business growth and fostering a circular economy.
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Javeed Nizami ascends to CTO at global data firm Syniti
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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Enterprise data management leader, Syniti, has promoted Dr. Javeed Nizami to the roles of CTO and Head of Engineering, tasking him with furthering the company's Data First strategy.
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ThingsAt first in Australia to earn HP Amplify Impact 3-Star status
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Device management provider ThingsAt is the first Australian partner to achieve the 2024 HP Amplify Impact 3-Star status, reflecting its commitment to sustainability, diversity, and social responsibility.
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Infinigate launches financial services programme to support European partners
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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financing
Infinigate launches 'Infinigate Financial Services', providing partners across Europe with funding solutions to tackle CAPEX concerns and enhance growth in an unpredictable market landscape.
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Schneider Electric named Circularity Lighthouse by World Economic Forum
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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schneider electric
Schneider Electric, a global pioneer in circular business models, has been named a Circularity Lighthouse by the World Economic Forum and McKinsey, acknowledging its significant strides in sustainable practices.
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Rising MSP spending buoyed by demand for refurbished IT tech
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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cleantech
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climate change
ETB Technologies reveals sharp spending increase by managed service providers to meet amplified enterprise IT demands.
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Dell's Concept Luna inspires drive for sustainable product design
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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ai
Dell Technologies tackles e-waste with Concept Luna, championing sustainable, recyclable technology design.
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AI-enabled PCs to boost struggling UK computer market
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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personal computing devices
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pc market
However, the impending end of support for Microsoft's Windows 10, in October 2025, could thwart second-life opportunities for numerous devices.
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ISG secures contract to build secondary 30MW data centre in Slough
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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hyperscale
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ISG will construct a second datacentre with a 30MW capacity in Slough, marking a new phase for UK's largest data centre hub. .
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Uswitch reveals top 10 most reliable refurbished mobile phones for 2023
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Uswitch unveils the top 10 most reliable refurbished mobiles for 2023, with Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leading the list.
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Microsoft Surface repairs now available nationwide in NZ
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Broken screens and other minor defects can now be rectified nationwide by repair technicians based in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin.