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Beaten Zone closes first defence tech fund at AUD $26m
Robotics

Beaten Zone closes first defence tech fund at AUD $26m

Stronger appetite for defence-linked venture bets has lifted Beaten Zone's debut fund, which will back more Australian start-ups over the decade.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
La Trobe launches Australia's first AI engineering degree
Robotics

La Trobe launches Australia's first AI engineering degree

Demand for engineers who can link AI to industrial systems is rising as manufacturers race to automate safely and stay competitive.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month
Grundfos completes Metasphere rebrand in Australia
Smart Cities

Grundfos completes Metasphere rebrand in Australia

Australian councils will keep the same support as the move folds Metasphere telemetry and analytics into Grundfos' water utility business.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Beaten Zone passes AUD $20 million fundraising mark
Robotics

Beaten Zone passes AUD $20 million fundraising mark

Investor appetite for defence tech is rising as the Brisbane-based fund draws fresh capital amid regional tensions and supply chain concerns.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2026

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Dyson unveils 13 intelligent machines across new ranges
Robotics

Dyson unveils 13 intelligent machines across new ranges

Customers will see Dyson push into oral care and broader home tech, with 13 connected products and support services now on offer.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • 2 days ago
SenSen reports record revenue as city wins lift growth
Software-as-a-Service

SenSen reports record revenue as city wins lift growth

More city contracts in North America and Australia helped lift recurring sales and cash flow, with usage revenue rising 35% over the year.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
Wearables set for USD $1 trillion revenue boom by 2032
Wearables

Wearables set for USD $1 trillion revenue boom by 2032

Higher-priced smartwatches and earbuds are expected to drive more than USD $1 trillion in wearables revenue by 2032, Counterpoint says.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
LG deepens NVIDIA robotics tie-up with Seoul data factory
Robotics

LG deepens NVIDIA robotics tie-up with Seoul data factory

The Seoul site could speed LG's push into home and industrial robots, as the group aims to gather 100,000 hours of training data.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Ava Risk Group names Bryant Henson as Chief Executive
Space

Ava Risk Group names Bryant Henson as Chief Executive

The security technology company is betting on aerospace and defence experience to expand in North America and win critical infrastructure contracts.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Agscent raises AUD $5 million to boost AI scent tech
Agricultural Technology

Agscent raises AUD $5 million to boost AI scent tech

The Canberra-based startup's funding will speed livestock diagnostics that can cut waiting times for farmers and support wider health and emissions monitoring.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026
Sensors improve robotic grip on cosmetics packaging lines
Robotics

Sensors improve robotic grip on cosmetics packaging lines

Real-time force sensing is cutting scrap and tray deformation on high-speed cosmetics lines, reducing waste and rework for manufacturers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2026
How connected retail technology is driving smarter, data-driven decisions
Digital Signage

How connected retail technology is driving smarter, data-driven decisions

Connected store systems are helping retailers cut costs, react faster to demand and keep shelves, pricing and campaigns up to date.

By Paul Kyriakos • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2026

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TechWorks widens AESIN to aerospace, defence & more
Robotics

TechWorks widens AESIN to aerospace, defence & more

The move opens the network to aerospace, defence and industrial firms grappling with the same software, security and systems challenges as automakers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Telent urges UK defence to prioritise tech integration
Robotics

Telent urges UK defence to prioritise tech integration

Operational advantage will hinge on linking new tools with existing networks, as Telent warns data and infrastructure gaps can blunt AI gains.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
CypherGenics rebrands for post-quantum security push
Data Protection

CypherGenics rebrands for post-quantum security push

Enterprises and utilities may face costly security overhauls as the firm targets quantum-ready protection for low-powered devices and critical systems.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2026
GHD launches AI hair styler with 2,900 checks a second
Smart Home

GHD launches AI hair styler with 2,900 checks a second

Shoppers may see faster, less frizzy styling, as GHD’s new AI-powered device adjusts heat in real time to protect hair.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
QuikBot names Howie Lau as Board Adviser for strategy
Robotics

QuikBot names Howie Lau as Board Adviser for strategy

The Singapore startup is seeking stronger public-sector and industry links as it pushes its autonomous delivery software into buildings and logistics.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026