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Carbonix wins drone certification for Surat Basin ops
Drones

Carbonix wins drone certification for Surat Basin ops

The approval opens the way for repeatable long-range drone inspections across Queensland's Surat Basin, cutting costs and risk for energy operators.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Superloop launches broadband PriceLock for customers
Network Infrastructure

Superloop launches broadband PriceLock for customers

Households may get relief from broadband bill rises as eligible Superloop users can fix plan prices and speeds for two years for AUD $25.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Australians research more before buying as costs bite
Data Privacy

Australians research more before buying as costs bite

Rising living costs are pushing 71% of online shoppers to compare more options and cross-check purchases across more channels before buying.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Panasonic launches TOUGHBOOK 56 rugged laptop in Australia
Edge Computing

Panasonic launches TOUGHBOOK 56 rugged laptop in Australia

Remote crews can now tap faster links and on-device AI as Panasonic replaces its TOUGHBOOK 55 with a tougher 56 model from AUD $5,199.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Australia launches gender equity benchmark for tech
Human Capital Management

Australia launches gender equity benchmark for tech

Retention, pay transparency and flexible roles are now the key tests as employers try to keep women in technical jobs and close a widening gap.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Australia replaces Essential Eight with new Essentials
Software-as-a-Service

Australia replaces Essential Eight with new Essentials

Australian businesses face a new cyber baseline as regulators move to align guidance with cloud, SaaS and AI-driven threats.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Archer signs IonQ deal to test Australian quantum hub
Data centers

Archer signs IonQ deal to test Australian quantum hub

The deal could bring Australia its first sovereign quantum computer, as Archer tests local demand for secure access in defence and banking.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
HMC Capital launches Illuma Energy under one brand
Power / Energy

HMC Capital launches Illuma Energy under one brand

The rebrand signals a larger push into Australia's energy transition, with AUD $19 billion manager HMC Capital backing a 6 gigawatt pipeline.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
The tech behind the wellness boom: how LED science became a business category
Wearables

The tech behind the wellness boom: how LED science became a business category

Expensive recovery studios are turning red light therapy into a mainstream wellness service, as cheap LEDs reshape the market.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Affinity MSP tops Australia in global MSP 501 ranking
Software-as-a-Service

Affinity MSP tops Australia in global MSP 501 ranking

The Melbourne-based provider's top-70 finish signals Australian MSPs can compete on recurring revenue, growth and business health globally.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
Affinity MSP tops Australian MSPs in global 2026 ranking
Network Infrastructure

Affinity MSP tops Australian MSPs in global 2026 ranking

The result underscores the rising importance of dependable connectivity as businesses increasingly outsource support, security and network operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Zoho doubles Adelaide headcount as growth shifts regional
Software-as-a-Service

Zoho doubles Adelaide headcount as growth shifts regional

Adelaide is now the centre of Zoho's Australian operations, after the software group doubled local staff as revenue and customers climbed.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Zip adds THE ICONIC to Australian merchant network
Fintech

Zip adds THE ICONIC to Australian merchant network

Australian fashion shoppers can now split payments at checkout, as Zip secures a slot on THE ICONIC's online store.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Primary Comms Group absorbs Hardman team in sector push
Agricultural Technology

Primary Comms Group absorbs Hardman team in sector push

The deal gives agriculture and industrial clients broader communications support as specialist agencies chase scale in policy-driven sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
CEFC backs Woolworths' 148-truck electric fleet roll-out
Power / Energy

CEFC backs Woolworths' 148-truck electric fleet roll-out

AUD $22 million in financing will help Woolworths add up to 148 battery electric trucks to its delivery fleet by 2027.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Australia critical infrastructure rules tighten risk
Disaster Recovery

Australia critical infrastructure rules tighten risk

Operators of essential services will need to manage AI, legacy systems and supplier risks under staged obligations due in 2027 and 2028.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Logitech G named official PC partner for Modern Warfare 4
Gaming

Logitech G named official PC partner for Modern Warfare 4

Players will get branded in-game items and software presets as Logitech G ties its gear to Activision's latest shooter release.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Telair marks 20 years as independent Australian telco
Network Infrastructure

Telair marks 20 years as independent Australian telco

Its national network upgrade is aimed at keeping business customers connected as demand for bandwidth and resilience continues to rise.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Webull Australia links trading & funding to Qantas points
Fintech

Webull Australia links trading & funding to Qantas points

Clients can now earn airline rewards for topping up accounts and trading, as Webull Australia links its platform to Qantas Frequent Flyer.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month