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Myriota secures $50m funding to boost IoT & jobs in Adelaide
Agricultural Technology

Myriota secures $50m funding to boost IoT & jobs in Adelaide

Myriota has raised $50 million to boost its IoT capabilities and create up to 100 jobs at its Adelaide manufacturing base.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Australian energy firms face data challenges despite digital tools
Data Fabric

Australian energy firms face data challenges despite digital tools

Research by Appian shows that despite digital adoption, 78% of Australian energy firms struggle with data accessibility, risking operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data
Data Analytics

Itron partners with TasWater to modernise water data

Itron has partnered with TasWater to implement its Temetra platform, enhancing water meter data collection and boosting efficiency in Tasmania.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Utilities stories

Getac unveils next-gen rugged laptops for key sectors
Data Privacy

Getac unveils next-gen rugged laptops for key sectors

Getac has unveiled its latest B360 and B360 Pro rugged laptops, designed for professionals in public safety, utilities, and defence, featuring advanced Edge AI capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
Digital Transformation

Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure

Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

By Itay Ozery • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Emerald leads GBP £8.4m round to boost StormHarvester
Software-as-a-Service

Emerald leads GBP £8.4m round to boost StormHarvester

Emerald Technology Ventures has led a GBP £8.4 million funding round for Belfast's StormHarvester, aiming to enhance its smart water management solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Getac unveils ZX10, a truly rugged Android tablet
Bluetooth

Getac unveils ZX10, a truly rugged Android tablet

Getac has unveiled its ZX10 10-inch rugged Android tablet, the lightest of its kind, designed for professionals in demanding fields like public safety.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
Ransomware

Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure

OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Global firms adopting AI to surpass legacy tech barriers
Data Analytics

Global firms adopting AI to surpass legacy tech barriers

A new study reveals a global shift, with fewer than 24% of companies now viewing legacy tech as a barrier to embracing AI and machine learning advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Itron launches CityEdge IoT solutions for urban challenges
Cartech

Itron launches CityEdge IoT solutions for urban challenges

Itron has launched its CityEdge portfolio, integrating IoT technologies to tackle urban challenges like climate change and public safety across cities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
TCCA celebrates 30 years of mission-critical innovations
Cybersecurity

TCCA celebrates 30 years of mission-critical innovations

TCCA marks 30 years of advancing mission-critical communication technologies, reflecting on achievements and commitment to global cooperation in standards.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Teleperformance opens new multilingual hub in Bali
Unified Communications

Teleperformance opens new multilingual hub in Bali

Teleperformance has launched a new multilingual hub in Bali, Indonesia, aiming to bolster customer service for clients in the Asia Pacific region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
AI & ML crucial for utilities facing demand challenges
Cartech

AI & ML crucial for utilities facing demand challenges

Itron's new report highlights AI and ML as vital tools for utilities facing soaring electricity demand and safety challenges amid the energy transition.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Phosphorus expands into APJ with new leadership appointments
Digital Transformation

Phosphorus expands into APJ with new leadership appointments

Phosphorus is enhancing its presence in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, appointing Brett Raphael and Alex Nehmy to lead its expansion efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Utilities stories

New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold in 2024
Unified Communications

New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold in 2024

A report reveals New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold for customer service in 2024, with two-thirds considering switching providers due to delays.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Birmingham's TSEG wins Property Tech company of the year award
Students

Birmingham's TSEG wins Property Tech company of the year award

Birmingham's Student Energy Group has been awarded 'Property Tech Company of the Year' at the UK Business Tech Awards 2024 for its innovative approach.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution
Unified Communications

ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution

ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024