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An in-depth look at the Google Veo 3 text-to-video AI model
Digital Entertainment

An in-depth look at the Google Veo 3 text-to-video AI model

Google's Veo 3 AI model creates HD videos with realistic audio from text prompts, revolutionising video content creation for creatives and businesses alike.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Hands-on Review: Rode Wireless Micro a compact mic system for creators
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Rode Wireless Micro a compact mic system for creators

The Rode Wireless Micro is a sleek, compact wireless mic system offering up to 21 hours of quality audio, perfect for content creators on the move.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Hedra raises major funding boost to expand AI video platform
Digital Entertainment

Hedra raises major funding boost to expand AI video platform

Hedra secures USD $32M Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz to boost its AI video platform from creator economy to enterprise marketing.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF now Netflix approved
Digital Entertainment

Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF now Netflix approved

Blackmagic Design's URSA Cine 12K LF digital film camera has been added to Netflix's Approved Camera List, enhancing options for producers meeting stringent filming standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns
Surveillance

Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns

Experts warn that facial recognition technology in retail raises significant privacy concerns, with calls for organisations to ensure public acceptability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
RigWheels & eMotimo unveil Monorail + Conductor system
Digital Entertainment

RigWheels & eMotimo unveil Monorail + Conductor system

RigWheels and eMotimo have launched the Monorail + Conductor, an innovative motion control system for cameras that promises unmatched versatility and ease of use.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Brightcove launches global personalised video platform
Customer Experience

Brightcove launches global personalised video platform

Brightcove has launched its Marketing Studio for Sales, enabling global teams to create personalised video content seamlessly and efficiently.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Blackmagic Design tech powers summer blockbusters' post-production
Digital Entertainment

Blackmagic Design tech powers summer blockbusters' post-production

Blackmagic Design's technologies were key in the production of summer blockbusters, including 'Alien: Romulus' and 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Apple rolls out Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 with AI enhancements
Digital Entertainment

Apple rolls out Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 with AI enhancements

Apple launches Final Cut Pro for iPad 2, featuring AI advances, support for external drives, enhanced editing tools, and novel effects, transforming video creation workflows.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Exclusive: How Neat is shaping the future of videoconferencing
EduTech

Exclusive: How Neat is shaping the future of videoconferencing

Norwegian startup Neat is revolutionising video conferencing, merging AI and user-focused design to improve global workplace communication.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
QIC collaboration leads to Project Safe-Guard creation
Partner Programmes

QIC collaboration leads to Project Safe-Guard creation

QIC partners with Axis, Milestone and PMT Security to launch Project Safe-Guard, transforming their traditional security infrastructure into a proactive, tech-enhanced system preventing self-harm and security breaches.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
How improved air quality aids patient recovery and satisfaction
IT Automation

How improved air quality aids patient recovery and satisfaction

Using air quality sensors and data-driven video technology (AI combined with video), hospitals can proactively monitor air quality and identify risks.

By Ash Ramanayake • 5 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Neat
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Neat

Neat's Regional Director for APAC, Niko Walraven, discusses how the company is helping customers adapt to changing workplace needs.

By Tom Raynel • 1 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2023
Neat ramps up channel support and leadership within ANZ
Digital Entertainment

Neat ramps up channel support and leadership within ANZ

Neat is ramping up partner and customer support across ANZ due to the increased demand from organisations seeking next-generation video technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Dell raises awareness about plastic waste on Mount Everest
Network Infrastructure

Dell raises awareness about plastic waste on Mount Everest

The company will use the Sagarmatha Next Centre with cutting-edge technology to showcase the video and offer additional opportunities.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2023
TeamViewer wins the 2023 Microsoft Partner of the year award
Unified Communications

TeamViewer wins the 2023 Microsoft Partner of the year award

The company was honoured for integrating TeamViewer Tensor into Microsoft Teams and was among a global field of top Microsoft partners.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jul 2023
Milestone Systems unveils new remote patient monitoring tech
Platform-as-a-Service

Milestone Systems unveils new remote patient monitoring tech

XProtect Hospital Assist is a video solution that allows medical staff to observe multiple patients simultaneously and quickly respond to incidents remotely.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023

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Brightcove partners with J:COM for Japanese wildlife streaming
Unified Communications

Brightcove partners with J:COM for Japanese wildlife streaming

Brightcove has teamed up with J:COM to power Ikimono Watch, streaming wildlife content from Japan's zoos and aquariums, promising a seamless viewing experience.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 8th Jun 2024