Digital age stories

As automation surges, Hulme Grammar alumnae show why human-centred leadership, ethics and empathy are now tech's most vital skills.

Most Australians doubt the under-16 social media ban has made the internet safer, with many expecting teens to bypass the new rules.

A survey finds young Britons spend nearly five hours daily on smartphones, with many seeking to reduce screen time to improve wellbeing.

South Africa's contact centres blend skilled agents and tech, helping UK firms enhance personalised, empathetic customer experiences amid rising digital demands.

The ICO has launched investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur over data privacy issues concerning teenage users, sparking fears of increased scrutiny.

Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.

Snowflake launches AI Data Cloud tailored for travel and hospitality, aiming to enhance operations and customer experiences through advanced data and AI integration.

Heights Telecom and BeFibre partner to introduce Wi-Fi 6 routers for UK customers, targeting a shift to Wi-Fi 7 by mid-2025, enhancing broadband services.

The UK Government has designated data centres as Critical National Infrastructure, prompting industry experts to call for a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.

New research by Bionic reveals the average UK adult spends 76% of waking hours online, highlighting concerns of excessive screen time and health impacts.

As cloud expenses soar, a new esynergy report underscores the rising role of FinOps, with 74% of organisations striving to optimise costs.

News Corp Australia and Vudoo earn Bronze at 2024 WARC Awards for Moet and Chandon campaign, highlighting their prowess in seamless online shopping solutions.

Kais Education revolutionises inclusive STEM learning with the launch of 'KaiBot for Swift Playgrounds,' a venture aiming to provide comprehensive computer science education to all students, including those with disabilities.

A lot of firms grapple with optimising data use amidst HR challenges, risking invaluable insights and modern efficiencies.

Syniti CEO, Kevin Campbell, explains the firm's commitment to leveraging data for transformative business outcomes and their growth plans for ANZ region.

Australian mortgage broking industry pivots towards Open Banking, with the number of brokers using NextGen's solution tripling, amid potential legislative changes.

Australia's Nora Network and Annexa to host a webinar dissecting the global expansion strategies of top brands Tiger Mist, I.AM.GIA and MAAP.

Cybersecurity expert, Tina Stewart, steps up as Chief Marketing Officer at IT security solutions provider, Utimaco, to bolster the firm's global market presence.

Norton unveils Genie, an AI-based scam detection app, to counter increasingly sophisticated romance scams plaguing online dating realms.

Tech Mahindra rolls out Sunrise, a digital MVNE platform for Switzerland's largest privately-owned operator, reducing telco onboarding time by 70% via digitalisation.