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Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.

Luxury Escapes and Cover Genius have broadened their partnership to launch a new 'Cancellation Protection' feature for travellers, offering 100% refunds.

Zscaler's 2025 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals soaring VPN usage in Australia but warns of heightened security risks, urging a shift to Zero Trust architectures.

A global shift sees companies turning to older freelancers for specialised skills, with 45% of firms reporting an increase in those aged 55 and over.

Enosi has partnered with Evolve Energy to introduce its Powertracer technology to the UK, aiming to enhance clean energy trading for corporate buyers.

Ofcom faces backlash for its regulatory approach to the Online Safety Act, as experts warn of rising dangers for children exposed to unmonitored social media.

Velixo has secured significant investment from Elephant in a Series A funding round, aimed at bolstering its ERP-connected reporting capabilities within Excel.

Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

Access4 has acquired UK-based Luminate Wholesale to bolster its international expansion strategy, enhancing its SASBOSS platform in the UK market.

Wildstone has expanded its Australian presence by acquiring Total Outdoor Media's 52 billboard sites in Victoria, marking its first major investment in the region.

A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

Global data company Pureprofile has launched three AI-driven tools to help brands decode online consumer sentiment and track emerging trends effectively.

Allegro Energy, an Australian start-up, secures a U.S. patent for its innovative micro-emulsion electrolyte technology, bolstering renewable energy storage solutions.

According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.

Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.

Airwallex has partnered with Discover Global Network to enhance payment options for merchants in key regions, boosting flexibility and reducing cart abandonment.

Adobe has launched a private preview of its Marketing Agent, collaborating with Microsoft to integrate AI in Microsoft 365 Copilot applications, enhancing marketers' productivity.

ECI Software Solutions has been recognised as a Certified Great Place to Work for 2025 across seven countries, celebrating its seventh consecutive year in the US.