Australian stories - Page 17

Western Digital launches new high-capacity Professional and NAS storage solutions in Australia, targeting creative and business data demands up to 208TB.

Google's Veo 3 AI model creates HD videos with realistic audio from text prompts, revolutionising video content creation for creatives and businesses alike.

Logicalis has achieved carbon neutrality across key emissions by adopting renewables in six countries and cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10%.

OVHcloud and Crayon partner to deliver cloud services across 45 regions worldwide, enhancing access and compliance for organisations, including in Australia.

Asia-Pacific leaders show the lowest confidence in AI effectiveness globally, yet 70% report steady ROI gains from current AI investments.

Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.

KnowBe4 has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI-powered threat detection into Microsoft Defender for Office 365, enhancing email security for organisations.

LG has launched Radio Optimism, an AI-powered music platform designed to foster deeper digital bonds amid growing social disconnection worldwide.

Meta and Oakley launch AI-powered sports glasses starting at USD $399, featuring a 3K camera, AI assistant, and water resistance for athletes worldwide.

JFrog partners with TL Consulting to enhance software supply chain security and governance for organisations across Asia Pacific using the JFrog Platform and expert consulting.

Zitcha appoints Tony Karp as Group COO to drive global growth, reinforcing leadership amid expansion in APAC and North America retail media markets.

Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.

Seeing Machines has secured a USD $1.2 million deal to supply driver monitoring systems for a North American autonomous vehicle firm's test fleet expansion.

Deputy has named Ciaran Hale as Chief Technology Officer to spearhead AI innovation and enhance technology for shift-based businesses globally.

Prezzee and UnionPay International have partnered to expand digital gifting globally, enhancing secure, borderless payment solutions across 183 countries.

Ignition is developing an AI tool to help service businesses set smarter prices using real billing data, aiming to boost confidence and optimise revenues.

Global happiness falls to 58% in 2025, yet customer service satisfaction rises, boosted by growing trust in AI-powered support worldwide.

Diligent has enhanced its Entities software with AI tools for smarter governance, integrating features like AI report generation and Microsoft Teams access.

Legacy IT systems hinder rapid AI growth in Australian healthcare, with 99% reliant on outdated tech despite AI use rising from 70% to 93% in 2025.

AWS invites startups worldwide to join its 2025 Generative AI Accelerator, offering up to USD $1 million in credits, mentorship, and tech support.