Mental Health stories
LG launches Radio Optimism to boost meaningful digital bonds
Last week
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ai
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digital engagement
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social media
LG has launched Radio Optimism, an AI-powered music platform designed to foster deeper digital bonds amid growing social disconnection worldwide.
Queensland budget promises AUD $130m boost for small business
Last week
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dr
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digital transformation
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cloud services
Queensland's 2025-26 budget pledges AUD $130 million to support 495,000 small businesses and launches a AUD $1 billion fund for digital public services.
Marko launches in New Zealand with personalised blood insights
Last week
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healthtech
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mental health
Marko launches in New Zealand, offering personalised blood test insights to help users optimise health with tailored nutrition and lifestyle plans.
AI agents are more than just a tech trend, but we must balance innovation with responsibility
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digital transformation
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smart home
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data privacy
Nvidia CEO calls AI agents a "multi-trillion-dollar opportunity" as they transform tasks with autonomy, emotional intelligence, and raise ethical concerns.
Soldiers in Tech offers free digital training to Ontario veterans
Last month
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it training
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data analytics
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digital transformation
The Roland Gossage Foundation relaunched Soldiers in Tech, offering free digital skills training in web development and cyber security to Ontario veterans and their families.
Schoen Clinic Chelsea doubles mental health capacity with Semble
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digital transformation
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healthtech
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semble
Schoen Clinic Chelsea has doubled its mental health appointment capacity using Semble's platform, easing pressures amid rising UK demand for mental health services.
Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia
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migration
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northland
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mental health
Almost 80,000 New Zealanders moved to Australia in 2024 as economic pressure worsens mental health, with over half citing financial stress as their main concern.
Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship
Last month
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power / energy
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university of otago
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consumer nz
Toast Electric is expanding to Horowhenua and Wairarapa, aiding New Zealand families struggling with winter energy hardship through discounted electricity and support programmes.
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
Last month
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wearables
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api
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personal computing devices
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.
VinciWorks unveils AI-driven tool for smarter learning
Last month
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dei
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e-learning
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risk & compliance
VinciWorks has launched Conversational Learning, an AI-driven compliance training tool using voice and text interactions to boost engagement and retention.
TrilbyTV expands digital signage with new resources for schools
Last month
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digital signage
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e-learning
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ai
TrilbyTV has added four new content items to its digital signage platform, helping UK schools keep screen content current and curriculum-focused.
Call for urgent business training to help NZ builders’ welfare
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mental health
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apprentices
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financial literacy
Business strategist Marti Amos urges urgent training reforms in NZ construction to boost financial literacy and mental health amid industry struggles.
Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade
Thu, 29th May 2025
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uc
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hp
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video conferencing
Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.
Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support
Wed, 28th May 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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ncsc
The Chartered Institute of Information Security teams with PTSD Resolution to offer trauma therapy and mental health support to UK cybersecurity professionals from May 2025.
WHO endorses Australia’s dementia care training framework
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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health education
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mental health
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aged care
The World Health Organization has endorsed Dementia Training Australia’s national framework as a global benchmark for dementia care education, boosting worldwide access.
Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders
Fri, 16th May 2025
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edutech
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robots
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smart robot
Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.
Australian workers report highest stress in Asia-Pacific region
Tue, 13th May 2025
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productivity
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mental health
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work-life balance
Over half of Australian workers report high stress, with 23% feeling overloaded, the highest in Asia-Pacific, reveals ADP's People at Work 2025 report.
Remote worker monitoring apps raise privacy & cyber risks
Thu, 8th May 2025
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data privacy
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human rights
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mental health
University of Waterloo research warns that employee monitoring apps may harm privacy and productivity, as 70% of large firms plan to use such software this year.
NZ startup founders paid $205,000 on average, gaps remain
Wed, 7th May 2025
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mental health
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entrepreneurship
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startup ecosystem
The New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 reveals average founder salaries at NZD $205,000, highlighting gender, location, and role pay disparities across startups.
Australian programme fosters resilience amid cost pressures
Tue, 6th May 2025
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ar, vr & metaverse
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productivity
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mental health
XVenture launches MindZen(xv), a program to boost resilience and emotional wellbeing for Australians amid rising cost-of-living pressures and economic challenges.