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OpenAI raises USD $122 billion in record AI funding
Software-as-a-Service

OpenAI raises USD $122 billion in record AI funding

Investor appetite for AI remains intense as OpenAI's new cash haul lifts its valuation to USD $852 billion and deepens its compute push.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2026
Anthropic raises USD $30 billion, hits USD $380b value
Data Analytics

Anthropic raises USD $30 billion, hits USD $380b value

Anthropic raises USD $30bn in new backing, lifting the AI group's valuation to USD $380bn as demand for its Claude models surges.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Feb 2026
Okta names Dan Mountstephen to lead APJ identity push
Digital Transformation

Okta names Dan Mountstephen to lead APJ identity push

Okta appoints Dan Mountstephen to steer Asia Pacific and Japan growth, sharpening its identity-led cyber and AI security strategy.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
Extreme Networks expands AI focus with rollout, summit & leadership
Firewalls

Extreme Networks expands AI focus with rollout, summit & leadership

Extreme Networks expands AI focus with new service agent rollout, leadership changes, and plans for its inaugural AI Summit in New York City this November.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025
HALA secures USD $157 million to boost SME fintech in SA
Fintech

HALA secures USD $157 million to boost SME fintech in SA

Saudi fintech HALA has raised USD $157 million to expand SME services, launch new lending products, and support Vision 2030's economic goals.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
In Marketing We Trust wins seven clients & expands team
Data Analytics

In Marketing We Trust wins seven clients & expands team

In Marketing We Trust secures seven major clients including Grab and OCBC, expands APAC team with senior hires to boost media, SEO, and data services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

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Vocus launches Pure partner programme after TPG deal
Network Infrastructure

Vocus launches Pure partner programme after TPG deal

Partners gain access to a wider fibre footprint and revised commissions as Vocus folds TPG’s enterprise assets into its channel strategy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Last month
Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G & A37 5G in Australia
Unified Communications

Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G & A37 5G in Australia

Longer software support and lower prices are at the heart of Samsung’s push to win Australian buyers in the crowded mid-range market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026
Zip announces launch of ZMobile for Australian app users
Unified Communications

Zip announces launch of ZMobile for Australian app users

Existing Zip users will be first to access ZMobile, as the lender pushes into mobile plans with TPG Telecom-backed network coverage.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2026
Telstra leads NBN brand funnel as trust crowns Aussie
Unified Communications

Telstra leads NBN brand funnel as trust crowns Aussie

Telstra tops national NBN brand funnel measures, while Aussie Broadband emerges as the most trusted provider in Conjointly's new tracker.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026
Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers
Customer Experience

Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers

Vodafone is piloting in-store Customer Wellbeing Specialists in 12 Australian shops to support vulnerable customers facing complex issues.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
BAI to build 5G radio network for Sydney Metro West
Unified Communications

BAI to build 5G radio network for Sydney Metro West

BAI wins contract to build private 5G radio network and mobile coverage for the new driverless Sydney Metro West underground line.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Firmus appoints new CFO & chair after USD $330 million raise
Financial Systems

Firmus appoints new CFO & chair after USD $330 million raise

Firmus Technologies appoints Kirsty Godfrey-Billy as CFO and Grant Dempsey as Chair after raising USD $330 million to advance its renewable-powered AI campus project.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Macquarie Telecom appoints Mike King to drive sales growth
Network Infrastructure

Macquarie Telecom appoints Mike King to drive sales growth

Macquarie Telecom appoints Mike King as National Director of Sales to boost growth in cloud, cyber security, and connectivity across Australia.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Vocus completes AUD $5.25 billion deal for TPG fibre network assets
Unified Communications

Vocus completes AUD $5.25 billion deal for TPG fibre network assets

Vocus has completed a AUD $5.25 billion acquisition of TPG's fibre assets, expanding its network to over 50,000 km and boosting services across Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia
Unified Communications

Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus has launched its 5G network rollout in regional Australia, aiming to boost coverage significantly and complete the nationwide rollout two years ahead of schedule.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia
Space Technologies

Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025