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DroneShield wins AUD $5 million deal for ADF counter-drone tech
Drones

DroneShield wins AUD $5 million deal for ADF counter-drone tech

DroneShield to supply AUD $5 million worth of portable counter-drone systems to the Australian Defence Force under Project LAND 156.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia
Unified Communications

Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia

Motorola launches the durable moto g56 5G and moto g86 power 5G in Australia, both priced under AUD $500 with long battery life and bright displays.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
New Relic reports climate progress, AI compliance & education push
Artificial Intelligence

New Relic reports climate progress, AI compliance & education push

New Relic unveiled its FY25 Impact Report, detailing gains in climate targets, ethical AI compliance, and expanded tech education across Latin America.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
LG launches online-only home entertainment deals up to 60% off
Digital Entertainment

LG launches online-only home entertainment deals up to 60% off

LG offers up to 60% off select home entertainment products, including OLED TVs and a portable smart screen, in an exclusive Australian online sale.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Prime Day 2025 drives 128% surge in new Amazon shoppers in Australia
Digital Entertainment

Prime Day 2025 drives 128% surge in new Amazon shoppers in Australia

Amazon Prime Day 2025 saw a 128% surge in new shoppers in Australia, with top brands boosting advertising and sales during the major online shopping event.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
SpinTel launches AUD $74 500/50Mbps NBN plan for fast, affordable home internet
Unified Communications

SpinTel launches AUD $74 500/50Mbps NBN plan for fast, affordable home internet

SpinTel launches a 500/50Mbps NBN plan at AUD $74/month for six months, offering affordable, high-speed broadband for Australian homes needing faster internet.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Pro AV Solutions named among Australia's best places to work
Unified Communications

Pro AV Solutions named among Australia's best places to work

Pro AV Solutions has been named one of Australia's Best Places to Work 2025, praised for its strong culture, employee engagement and supportive environment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Exclusive: ISACA's Chirag Joshi warns of 'shadow AI' crisis without risk management
Data Science

Exclusive: ISACA's Chirag Joshi warns of 'shadow AI' crisis without risk management

81% of firms use AI, but only 28% have governance policies, exposing businesses to major operational and strategic risks, warns expert Chirag Joshi.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Chris Morrissey wins WA Pearcey award for tech leadership
DevOps

Chris Morrissey wins WA Pearcey award for tech leadership

Chris Morrissey, founder of Ever Nimble, is named 2025 WA Pearcey Entrepreneur of the Year for transforming IT and cybersecurity services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Australians wary of cybercrime as small business cuts security spend
Data Protection

Australians wary of cybercrime as small business cuts security spend

Most Australians fear rising cybercrime sophistication, yet many small businesses cut cyber security spend, risking vulnerability amid digital trust concerns.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
INCITE Awards celebrate WA's leaders in innovation & diversity
EduTech

INCITE Awards celebrate WA's leaders in innovation & diversity

The 34th INCITE Awards in Perth honoured WA's top tech innovators, spotlighting gender equity leaders and Norwood Systems for standout achievements in STEM.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
CommBank grants up to AUD $200,000 to support First Nations wellbeing
Social enterprise

CommBank grants up to AUD $200,000 to support First Nations wellbeing

CommBank awards up to AUD $200,000 to First Nations-led groups, supporting initiatives against financial abuse and boosting community wellbeing in 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
OpenTable launches AI Concierge to streamline restaurant bookings
Generative AI

OpenTable launches AI Concierge to streamline restaurant bookings

OpenTable unveils AI Concierge to ease bookings at over 60,000 restaurants by providing instant info on menus, hours, and more for savvy diners worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal
EduTech

University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal

The University of Melbourne cuts IT costs and avoids forced upgrades by adopting Rimini Street support for its customised Oracle ERP systems, boosting digital services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
SOTI launches device tracking to boost Aussie retail service
Digital Transformation

SOTI launches device tracking to boost Aussie retail service

SOTI launches device tracking to help Australian retailers improve customer service by boosting device reliability and reducing operational downtime.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
Trustwave launches OT security portfolio with Nozomi Networks
Ransomware

Trustwave launches OT security portfolio with Nozomi Networks

Trustwave and Nozomi Networks team up to launch a new OT security portfolio, boosting defence of critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
_SOUTHSTART secures AUD $2 million for three more years of growth
Digital Entertainment

_SOUTHSTART secures AUD $2 million for three more years of growth

SOUTHSTART secures AUD $2 million from South Australian Government, ensuring its innovation festival continues through 2028 with expanded startup opportunities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
IT & finance lead pay rises as salary gaps widen across sectors
Cybersecurity

IT & finance lead pay rises as salary gaps widen across sectors

Australian IT and finance sectors see strong pay rises, with salary gaps widening as some industries face growing dissatisfaction and workforce challenges.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
Australians struggle with tax filing as AI tools offer new hope
Marketing Technologies

Australians struggle with tax filing as AI tools offer new hope

New Adobe research reveals most Australians find tax filing tough, but growing use of AI tools like Acrobat AI Assistant offers fresh hope and support.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025