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Accessibility stories

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Australian employees question office spaces' productivity potential
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productivity
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Almost half of Australian employees believe their offices hinder maximum productivity, although 93% are willing to return part-time.
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AI sector to embrace greater accountability & 'Democratic AI' in 2024
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compliance
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AI sector set for enhanced accountability and the rise of 'Democratic AI' in 2024, says industry expert.
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Activ8me, nbn unveil unlimited data for remote Australians
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Activ8me and nbn introduce budget-friendly unlimited data plans for rural Australians, starting at a mere £59 per month.
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Embedded finance set to redefine fintech landscape in 2024
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fintech
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digital transformation
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Embedded finance predicted to revolutionise fintech sector in 2024, blurring lines between traditional and digital services.
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Kelly Technology & UnionDigital Bank launch trading platform in Philippines
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fintech
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online banking
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transparency
Kelly Technology partners with UnionDigital Bank to introduce an innovative trading platform in the Philippines.
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Phantom vibration syndrome rises with increased UK smartphone usage
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smartphones
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phone
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android
Phantom Vibration Syndrome surge experienced, correlating with a rise in UK smartphone usage, now averaging 4.14 hours daily.
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First Commonwealth enhances workforce communication with ScreenCloud partnership
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branding
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workforce
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productivity
First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union enhances internal communication and employee engagement via a strategic partnership with ScreenCloud.
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ExpressVPN unveils Keys, its new password manager in security toolkit expansion
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it infrastructure
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ios
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windows
ExpressVPN branches into wider security tools, unveiling its new password manager, Keys, for a safer and more secure online experience.
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Generative AI in Search expands to over 120 new countries with more language support
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ai
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search
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nz
Generative AI in Search now supports four additional languages and extends to over 120 new territories, enhancing search experiences.
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Data discovery market to reach USD $20 billion value by 2030
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datasets
The global data discovery market is projected to reach a worth of USD $20 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 15.65%.
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Australian businesses lead in AI adoption, HubSpot research reveals
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research
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content creation
Australian businesses are leading the way in adopting AI technology, with major firms utilising generative AI tools, says HubSpot research.
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Manchester tech company Sync selected for national TePAS 2 framework
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public sector
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recycling
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Manchester tech firm, Sync, has secured a coveted spot on Crown Commercial Service's national TePAS 2 framework.
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Progress releases new tools for enhanced accessibility & security in app development
Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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progress
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modernisation
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availability
Software expert Progress releases new tools aiming to enhance the development process by boosting accessibility, security, and UI design.
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CybeReady extends accessibility features within training solution
Fri, 20th Oct 2023
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it training
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cybersecurity
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threat detection
CybeReady is changing this narrative by integrating  accessibility features into the latest version of its advanced security awareness training solution.
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Push for visually impaired inclusion during Blindness Awareness Month
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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digital divide
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online shopping
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digital inclusion
National Blindness Awareness Month shines a spotlight on digital exclusion, affecting over 2 million visually impaired UK internet users.
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AI-driven solutions revolutionising global mental health support
Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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ai
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chatbots
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integration
AI enhances global mental health support by aiding diagnoses, early symptom detection, and customised treatment.
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Lista unveils new branding and focus on personal finance
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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innovation
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financial literacy
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rebrand
Lista, a finance application from the Philippines, is rebranding to emphasise personal finance and encourage users to gain financial literacy.
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IDEMIA and Samsung integrate mobile driver's licenses
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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collaboration
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integration
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samsung
IDEMIA is partnering with Samsung to offer mobile driver's licenses in Samsung Wallets, initially in Arizona and Iowa.
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Eclipse AI unveils tool to transform SME feedback analysis
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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cx
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innovation
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workday
Melbourne-based Eclipse AI unveils self-serve tool aiming to democratise AI analysis, enabling SMEs to access advanced analytics.
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Zoom enhances it's ecosystem with updated open platform and app marketplace
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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apps
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collaboration
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data
Zoom introduces enhancements to its open platform and App Marketplace, providing seamless integration for users and developers.
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Alibaba Cloud promotes sustainability and inclusion at the Asian Games with new web app
Wed, 4th Oct 2023
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announcements
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china
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digital technology
Alibaba Cloud introduces a web app promoting sustainability and inclusivity at the Asian Games and Asian Para Games.
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Global event 'Adobe for All Days' announced with accessibility principles and wellbeing initiatives
Thu, 28th Sep 2023
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dei
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transparency
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adobe
Adobe kicks off a global event advocating new accessibility principles, wellness schemes, and inclusivity initiatives.
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Intel aims to make AI accessible and secure for all developers
Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
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ai
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red hat
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innovation
Intel's Chief Technology Officer Greg Lavender announces a multi-faceted approach to make AI more accessible, secure and scalable for developers worldwide.
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Apple introduces innovative accessibility software features
Wed, 17th May 2023
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apple
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innovation
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Apple has previewed innovative software features for cognitive, vision, speech, hearing, and mobility accessibility.