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Video conferencing helps Australian firms slash travel costs

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Australian firms are cutting travel costs by up to 60% as video conferencing gains ground, boosting productivity and reducing carbon footprints significantly.
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Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow invites youth to tackle real issues

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Samsung's 2025 Solve for Tomorrow invites Australian youth to use STEM and AI in tackling real-world issues with prizes including AUD $10,000 and tech packs.
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TCS & Council of Europe Development Bank automate reconciliation

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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TCS partners with the Council of Europe Development Bank to automate reconciliation using AI, enhancing efficiency and transparency in European operations.
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Australian firms cite connectivity costs as barrier to 5G adoption

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Australian businesses see high connectivity costs as a key barrier to 5G adoption, limiting innovation, productivity, and sustainability efforts nationwide.
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DAS launches climate dataset for rural property risk in Australia

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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DAS launches a new climate dataset to help insurers, banks and property firms manage long-term climate risks affecting rural Australia.
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Supply chain leaders invest in AI & tech for resilience, growth

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Nearly 700 global supply chain leaders prioritise AI and new tech investments to boost resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over the next three years.
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Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges

Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
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Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.
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Australian firms lead global peers in pledging ongoing emissions reporting

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Most Australian firms plan to keep reporting emissions data despite political changes, leading global peers in climate transparency and sustainability efforts.
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Kimberly-Clark & Ofload launch electric truck for freight

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Kimberly-Clark Australia and Ofload have launched their first electric freight truck, aiming to pioneer zero-emission logistics across the country.
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Customer demand now drives fleet shift to alternative energy

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Customer demand now drives 63% of fleet operators to adopt alternative energy, surpassing regulatory pressure, reveals Teletrac Navman's 2025 report.
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Singapore cardholders can use rewards to offset carbon footprint

Mon, 26th May 2025
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Singapore cardholders can convert up to 8% of DCS Visa Platinum Card spending into carbon offsets, supporting biodiversity via a new app feature from June.
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Wellington researchers pioneer low-cost earthquake alert system

Mon, 26th May 2025
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Massey University researchers in Wellington have trialled a low-cost, community-based earthquake early warning system using local volunteers and MEMS sensors.
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Dell launches new AI innovations for enterprise & research

Tue, 20th May 2025
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Dell launches advanced AI infrastructure and services aimed at cutting costs, boosting security and scaling AI for organisations worldwide.
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Dell unveils new Pro Max AI PC & innovations for data centres

Tue, 20th May 2025
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Dell launches Pro Max AI PC, the world's first mobile workstation with enterprise-grade discrete NPU, supporting advanced on-device AI inferencing.
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NSW to showcase space industry at IAC 2025, Sydney summit

Thu, 15th May 2025
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The NSW Government invites local companies to join the International Astronautical Congress 2025 in Sydney, promoting global space industry growth and innovation.
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Exclusive: How sustainability challenges are putting data centres under pressure

Mon, 12th May 2025
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The global rush to build data centres amid AI boom faces mounting sustainability challenges, threatening their long-term viability and essential services.
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The transformation of American railroads: From industrial revolution to sustainable strength

Fri, 9th May 2025
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America's railroads, vital since 1830, now embrace sustainability with innovative composite ties, reducing deforestation while ensuring safer, longer-lasting infrastructure.
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Blue Yonder expands supply chain platform with Pledge deal

Mon, 5th May 2025
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Blue Yonder has acquired UK-based Pledge Earth Technologies, enhancing its supply chain platform with accredited carbon emissions reporting for better sustainability management.
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AI speeds up Tasmanian wildlife monitoring & conservation work

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Tasmania's WildTracker utilises AI to sort over 774,000 wildlife images, saving 900 volunteer hours and boosting conservation efforts across the region.
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Veeam highlights ESG progress in first global sustainability report

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Veeam launches its first ESG report, revealing efforts in e-waste recycling, green buildings, emissions cuts, and community engagement worldwide.