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SoftBank introduces an AI-powered floor cleaning robot
Robotics

SoftBank introduces an AI-powered floor cleaning robot

SoftBank Robotics says the robot requires low maintenance and is easily monitored by operators through an interactive fleet management system.

By Nadine Rogers • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
NEC predicts AON as a next-generation infrastructure
Digital Signage

NEC predicts AON as a next-generation infrastructure

NEC's open optical transmission devices support multi-vendor configurations, allowing customers to procure and combine equipment from multiple vendors.

By Nadine Rogers • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
Uptick in Aussie businesses looking to embrace sustainable travel
Clean technologies

Uptick in Aussie businesses looking to embrace sustainable travel

Sustainability, and the role technology has in managing corporate travel, has become a major focal point for business leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Aug 2022
Lenovo launches CO2 Offset Service for SMBs across ANZ
Clean technologies

Lenovo launches CO2 Offset Service for SMBs across ANZ

Lenovo has announced the rollout of a new, first-of-its-kind CO2 Offset Service for SMBs across Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Aug 2022
Visa launches Eco Benefits solutions in Australia and NZ
Fintech

Visa launches Eco Benefits solutions in Australia and NZ

Eco Benefits is a suite of sustainability-focused solutions that will help Visa cardholders better understand the environmental impact of their payments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2022
Getty Images delves into the world of NFTs with Candy Digital
Crypto

Getty Images delves into the world of NFTs with Candy Digital

Getty Images and Candy Digital, the next-generation digital collectible company, have announced a new multi-year partnership agreement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 24th May 2022
Equinix announces milestones on sustainability commitments
Hyperscale

Equinix announces milestones on sustainability commitments

Equinix has released its 2021 Sustainability Report which outlines progress, innovation and accomplishments on key ESG commitments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2022
Prophecy International migrates VMware environment with Oracle Cloud Solution
Virtualisation

Prophecy International migrates VMware environment with Oracle Cloud Solution

Prophecy International migrates entire VMware environment to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution, enhancing business operations and saving costs.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022
Getac partnership to bolster sustainability initiatives
Partner Programmes

Getac partnership to bolster sustainability initiatives

Getac announced a partnership with One Tree Planted as part of its Earth Day 2022 sustainability initiative, which aims to plant 30,000 trees.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2022
Developing the sustainable data center of the future
Hyperscale

Developing the sustainable data center of the future

The global data center sector is estimated to account for around 416 terawatts, equivalent to roughly 3% of all energy needs.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 4th Apr 2022
Tennis for everyone: Putting the 'S' in ESG through tech-enabled accessibility
Clean technologies

Tennis for everyone: Putting the 'S' in ESG through tech-enabled accessibility

Organizations are struggling to define the 'S' in ESG frameworks, but prioritizing digital accessibility can benefit all.

By Andrew Groth • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
Key considerations for businesses transitioning to a paperless office
Unified Communications

Key considerations for businesses transitioning to a paperless office

While the digital transformation process can be daunting, it has become necessary for organisations to achieve the next level of efficiency and success.

By Mark Brown • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Mar 2022
Spark takes major shareholding in Adroit to enhance IoT
Network Infrastructure

Spark takes major shareholding in Adroit to enhance IoT

Spark to take significant shareholding in IoT firm Adroit, enhancing IoT solutions for both companies and reinforcing Spark's commitment to the IoT market.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2022
New technology from OPPO extends the life of lithium batteries
Power / Energy

New technology from OPPO extends the life of lithium batteries

OPPO's Battery Health Engine extends the life of lithium batteries for better user experience and environment sustainability.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
Internet of Things helps NZ glass manufacturer disrupt the industry
Manufacturing

Internet of Things helps NZ glass manufacturer disrupt the industry

The Internet of Things is helping New Zealand glass manufacturer AGP disrupt the industry with four-day supply delivery.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2022

Stories from Other Regions

CarbonCrop launches native regeneration scheme, backed by AI
Artificial Intelligence

CarbonCrop launches native regeneration scheme, backed by AI

Granted exclusively for native forest, Native CCUs are the first voluntary carbon credits of their kind available in New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2022
Alibaba's Cainiao Network uses solar power for warehouses
Supply Chain

Alibaba's Cainiao Network uses solar power for warehouses

Alibaba Group's logistic arm Cainiao Network has installed 100,000m2 of solar panels on its warehouses so far in its push to build a global green supply chain.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2022