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Ricoh MediaMax expands Pro C9500 into thicker stocks
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Ricoh MediaMax expands Pro C9500 into thicker stocks

Ricoh Australia's MediaMax upgrade lets Pro C9500 presses handle 800-micron, 600gsm stocks, opening new card and packaging work.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Jaecoo J5 EV priced from AUD $36,990 for 2026 launch
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Jaecoo J5 EV priced from AUD $36,990 for 2026 launch

Jaecoo will launch its J5 EV in Australia in January 2026, priced from AUD $36,990 driveaway with pet-friendly cabin and extras.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2026
Tiny Away lets guests book eco tiny houses with crypto
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Tiny Away lets guests book eco tiny houses with crypto

Tiny Away now lets guests book eco tiny houses with Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT, offering 20% off crypto stays via Coinbase Commerce.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Tineco launches steam-powered FLOOR ONE S7 in Australia
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Tineco launches steam-powered FLOOR ONE S7 in Australia

Tineco launches FLOOR ONE S7 Stretch Steam in Australia at AUD $1,199, offering chemical-free floor cleaning with TÜV-certified hygiene and 80-minute runtime.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025
EFM unveils iPhone 17 cases with D3O tech & sustainability focus
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EFM unveils iPhone 17 cases with D3O tech & sustainability focus

EFM launches iPhone 17 cases with D3O tech in Australia, blending top impact protection and 99% recycled materials for eco-conscious users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025

Global Stories

Mercurius Media Capital backs LifeSafe with USD $1.5m
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Mercurius Media Capital backs LifeSafe with USD $1.5m

Mercurius Media Capital fires first shot in safety tech with USD $1.5 million deal to boost LifeSafe's US consumer push.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
TCL unveils Milan showcase for Milano Cortina 2026
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TCL unveils Milan showcase for Milano Cortina 2026

TCL opens Edelweiss Land near Milan Central, showcasing tech and campaign as its Olympic partnership debuts at Milano Cortina 2026.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026
LG hits record 2025 sales as tariffs & EV slowdown bite
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LG hits record 2025 sales as tariffs & EV slowdown bite

LG posts record 2025 revenue of AUD 88.6 trillion but operating profit slips on U.S. tariffs, EV slowdown and one-off restructuring costs.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Canon unveils ultra-compact desktop scanners for small spaces
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Canon unveils ultra-compact desktop scanners for small spaces

Canon launches ultra-compact desktop scanners DR-C350 and DR-C340, designed to fit small spaces and boost productivity in offices and retail settings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 & macOS Tahoe
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Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 & macOS Tahoe

Apple launches the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 chip and macOS Tahoe, boosting AI, graphics, and battery life for professionals and creatives.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Canon unveils Colorado XL-series printers for 3.2-metre graphics
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Canon unveils Colorado XL-series printers for 3.2-metre graphics

Canon launches the Colorado XL-series printers, offering 3.2m-wide UVgel printing for versatile, high-speed graphics on flexible and rigid media.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Charlotte robot promises eco-safe home building on Earth & Moon
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Charlotte robot promises eco-safe home building on Earth & Moon

Charlotte, a new robot by Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt, can build eco-friendly homes on Earth and the Moon up to 5,000 times faster than traditional methods.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Lessons from IIIT-B: Building an ecosystem where women thrive, not just survive
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Lessons from IIIT-B: Building an ecosystem where women thrive, not just survive

IIIT-Bangalore's gender-equal campus shows how thoughtful policy and support can help women in tech thrive, on campus and beyond.

By Meenakshi D'Souza • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Trust unveils Seron Slim eco mouse for multi-device use
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Trust unveils Seron Slim eco mouse for multi-device use

Trust debuts Seron Slim eco mouse with recycled plastics, multi-device wireless, hyperscroll wheel and silent buttons for hybrid workers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026
Datec pushes paper retention packs for greener eCommerce
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Datec pushes paper retention packs for greener eCommerce

Datec pushes all-paper eComPack to cut plastic, speed warehouse packing and appeal to eco-conscious UK eCommerce customers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2026
Trust unveils Jersey Travel Backpack made from recycled PET
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Trust unveils Jersey Travel Backpack made from recycled PET

Trust International launches the Jersey Travel Backpack, made from 19 recycled PET bottles, offering sustainable, durable design for commuters and travellers at GBP £59.99.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025
Be.EV slashes ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh nationwide
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Be.EV slashes ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh nationwide

Be.EV cuts ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh, offering cheaper public charging for drivers lacking off-street parking across the UK.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025