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Global smartphone shipments increase in Q3 2019, ending seven quarters of decline, says IDC. Indian market leads growth. Chinese brands rise.

Data center operators and users now have access to a new tool that provides cost analysis for different types of IT infrastructure deployment.

Rocket Lab aims to reuse its Electron rockets for every mission, starting with an ocean recovery operation next year, boosting launch frequency.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has released its 2018 Living Progress Report, revealing the business benefits of using technology to address global issues.

A lack of robust data security regulations is causing consumer mistrust and stunting the growth of the used mobile device market, Blancco's study reveals.

HPE is planning to show businesses worldwide that throwing old tech and assets into landfill is not the best option when it comes to end-of-use disposal.

Fujitsu's Malaga data centre in Perth has hit a four-star rating from National Australia Built Environment Rating System (NABERS).

Google's Sustainability Officer believes major changes are critical in data centres to emulate the cyclical life of nature.

Following HPE's Sydney office refurbishment, the company donated workstations and furniture to organisations in Tonga through non-profit Heliala.

Melbourne's Connexion Media to acquire Security Shift Group for AUD $5 million, enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities and expanding technological expertise.

A new report reveals that e-waste is a growing crisis, with 44.7 million metric tonnes generated in 2016, and a further increase predicted for 2021.

Businesses need to be adaptive and entrepreneurial. The disruption of the construction industry is a positive movement for the industry as a whole.

Optus Wholesale teams up with Moose Mobile, boosting 4G access and affordable phone plans aimed at the youth market.

Blancco CEO Pat Clawson says Chinese companies are detecting more and more security incidents - an increase of 900% since 2014.

Samsung announces recycling plan for Galaxy Note 7 devices, including reselling refurbished units in different countries.

Rise of second-hand smartphones disrupts market, with IDC forecasting a leap to 222.6m devices by 2020, shaking up the industry.

One Australian reseller will pay $250,000 following an out of court settlement, while the courts have found in favour of Microsoft in a second case.

Apple has announced the release of the iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, as well as a $50 price drop for the Apple Watch.

Historic Thorndon School set for a $9m revamp, with innovative learning spaces and new library to enrich education.

Obsolete technology items are being recycled by ITrecycla in New Zealand to recover valuable metals and protect the environment.