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Aussie telco Pivotel acquires two US satellite companies
Space

Aussie telco Pivotel acquires two US satellite companies

Australian telco Pivotel expands its reach by acquiring US-based MVS USA and Explorer Satellite Communications, boosting annual revenue to over USD $85M.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2019
China to usurp Europe in becoming AI research world leader
EduTech

China to usurp Europe in becoming AI research world leader

China could soon surpass Europe as the leader in AI research, driven by significant investment, access to vast data, and a talent influx, says Elsevier study.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2018
Spark to launch emerging tech innovation unit in 2019
Spark

Spark to launch emerging tech innovation unit in 2019

The as yet unnamed unit will be headed by Claire Barber and focus on R&D, operating as a distinct unit from the main business.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Nov 2018
Securing your cloud data: Point solutions vs single pane of glass
EduTech

Securing your cloud data: Point solutions vs single pane of glass

Organisations that can use fewer security products that individually offer more capability are likely to have a lower total cost of ownership.

By Kai Ping Lew • 6 min read • Mon, 5th Nov 2018
Hawaiki cable accelerates NZ/US collaboration
EduTech

Hawaiki cable accelerates NZ/US collaboration

The REANNZ Hawaiki cable capacity has successfully transferred 37 million files across the Pacific Ocean, revealing massive potential.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Oct 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Research and Development (R&D) stories

Great Pacific Garbage Patch cleanup: take two
Clean technologies

Great Pacific Garbage Patch cleanup: take two

Redesigned equipment is back in the Pacific as the Ocean Cleanup makes a second bid to trap plastic in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2019
Call for Kiwi companies to recruit interns into R&D projects
Callaghan Innovation

Call for Kiwi companies to recruit interns into R&D projects

'Hundreds' of New Zealand companies have the chance to recruit new skills and fresh thinking into their businesses.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 13th May 2019
Which AsiaPacific cities compete as global tech hubs?
Data centers

Which AsiaPacific cities compete as global tech hubs?

A CBRE study says Asia Pacific tech firms are splitting operations across cities, with lower costs and R&D talent driving location choices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2019
Why having anti-static flooring is important
Data centers

Why having anti-static flooring is important

A single static spark can destroy sensitive circuitry or ignite flammable dust, putting labs, factories and warehouses at risk.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Apr 2019
New podcast series tackles the tough issues facing New Zealand’s industries
Robotics

New podcast series tackles the tough issues facing New Zealand’s industries

Metal industry leaders will debate productivity, sustainability and AI in a free new podcast aimed at New Zealand businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2019
Helius appoints world leader in medical cannabis R&D
Research and Development

Helius appoints world leader in medical cannabis R&D

New Zealand's medicinal cannabis sector gains a major research boost as Dr James Polston joins Helius after leading R&D at Trulieve.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
NSW to give cybersecurity SMEs R&D gift cards
Cybersecurity

NSW to give cybersecurity SMEs R&D gift cards

SMEs in NSW can apply for a 'cyber voucher' which will connect them with cybersecurity research teams from one seven universities.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2019
Developer on track to build $5b Smart City
Smart Cities

Developer on track to build $5b Smart City

More than 35 companies have joined planning for the project, which aims to make Western Sydney’s 280-hectare site a testbed for autonomous vehicles.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2019
Callaghan Innovation board welcomes Frances Valintine & Angela Bull
Callaghan Innovation

Callaghan Innovation board welcomes Frances Valintine & Angela Bull

Callaghan Innovation is welcoming property mogul Angela Bull and the reappointment of tech futurist Frances Valintine and to its board this week.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2019
NZ's Maori innovators are on the rise
Callaghan Innovation

NZ's Maori innovators are on the rise

Māori innovators are making waves, with record participation in R&D and nearly half of the finalists in this year's New Zealander of the Year Awards.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2019
ICT peak body's policy focus pre-budget
Government

ICT peak body's policy focus pre-budget

The AIIA highlights the need to boost Digital Skills, Innovation and Government ICT Procurement in Pre-Budget Submission.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2019
Taiwan cybersecurity industry empowered by innovation
Data Loss Prevention

Taiwan cybersecurity industry empowered by innovation

Taiwan's cybersecurity industry is now worth more than US$1.26 billion, but what's driving the innovation behind it?.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Nov 2018
Aussie innovation lagging despite transformation buzz
EduTech

Aussie innovation lagging despite transformation buzz

24% of Australian IT professionals say that innovation is neither encouraged or rewarded at their company, according to an AppDynamics report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Nov 2018