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Fujifilm & Igloo Vision unveil 360 booth at EduTech 2024

Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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FUJIFILM Australia and Igloo Vision are set to debut a cutting-edge immersive 360 booth at EduTech 2024 in Melbourne, defining the future of educational tech.
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Cyber Security experts respond to global IT outage

Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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It comes after a major IT outage linked to a Windows security update stopped essential services around the world, causing significant disruption.
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CrowdStrike security issue causes global Windows system failures

Sun, 21st Jul 2024
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CrowdStrike's Falcon sensor causes global Windows BSOD, hitting emergency, banking, and aviation sectors.
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Crowdstrike update causes global IT outage across industries

Sun, 21st Jul 2024
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A faulty update from Crowdstrike has triggered a global IT outage, disrupting healthcare, broadcasting, and more, raising urgent questions about security dependencies.
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Aquila secures AUD $2 million to advance drone charging tech

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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Aquila clinches AUD $2 million in follow-on funding led by Alua Group to accelerate Lightway Sentry's development.
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Singapore to unify SMS Sender ID for government messages

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Singapore will introduce a unified SMS Sender ID, gov.sg, for all government messages by 1 July 2024, to enhance communication security and public trust.
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Sync secures GBP £6 billion ICT framework with HeathTrust Europe

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Manchester's Sync wins spot on HeathTrust Europe's £6 billion ICT Solutions Framework, joining 10 other suppliers to deliver digital solutions.
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Singapore cyber security bill amendment: Securing your supply chain

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Singapore amends Cyber Security Bill to mandate supply chain security disclosures for CII operators. Organisations struggle with rising security breaches despite bans on shared app use.
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Study reveals tech diversity crucial for UK emergency services

Wed, 15th May 2024
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A study finds UK emergency services suffer frequent communication outages due to limited technology diversity, highlighting the need for mixed communication systems.
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Australian emergency services struggle with mobile tech failures

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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A SOTI report reveals that outdated technology within Australia's emergency services is seriously hampering response rates, with 97% experiencing mobile device failures.
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Drones aid bushfire monitoring in ground-breaking NSW trial

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Advanced drone technology facilitates safer bushfire monitoring across Western NSW in a landmark trial, proving critical in both early detection and rapid response.
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5G-enabled drones usher in era of smart possibilities

Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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1,500 5G-enabled drones commanded a magical spectacle over Marina Bay, heralding a revolution in drone technology offering limitless smart solutions.
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Revolutionary Wi-Fi system promises connectivity in remote areas

Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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A revolutionary large-area Wi-Fi system, engineered for seamless deployment in remote and disaster-hit regions, has been jointly developed by tech firms and universities.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise wins 2024 IoT Breakthrough award in health sector

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise awarded the 2024 Health and Wellness prize by IoT Breakthrough for its innovative IoT solution, OmniAccess Stellar Asset Tracking, aiding in healthcare efficiency.
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UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.
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New Forescout report uncovers 21 new tech vulnerabilities

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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SIERRA: 21 Living on the Edge analysis unearths 21 new tech vulnerabilities, triggering concern for critical global infrastructure.
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Max York, former GE Australia CEO, joins AMSL Aero as new Chief Executive

Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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Max York, ex-CEO of GE Australia, has been appointed Chief Executive of AMSL Aero, bolstering the leading green aviation company's senior leadership.
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FourNet appoints Former Sabio Solutions Lead as Head of Solution Design

Thu, 7th Sep 2023
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FourNet appoints Iain Johnson as Head of Solution Design, leveraging his expertise in CX to drive rapid data-led transformation for customers.
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Kordia and Tait Communications score $1.4B NZ Govt contract

Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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Kordia and Tait Communications have been chosen by the New Zealand Government to deliver a secure digital radio communications network for emergency responders.
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Spark, Vodafone team up for Aotearoa's Public Safety Network

Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Spark and Vodafone have announced the establishment of Hourua, a new joint venture that will provide priority cellular services to the Public Safety Network.