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Telehouse donates laptops boosting digital inclusion in Tower Hamlets
Mobility

Telehouse donates laptops boosting digital inclusion in Tower Hamlets

Telehouse's significant donation of 40 laptops to Tower Hamlets' voluntary organisations adds to local digital inclusion, aiding improved online learning experiences and operational efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
Bupa teams with Nexer for digital inclusivity boost
Health Technologies

Bupa teams with Nexer for digital inclusivity boost

Bupa UK seeks to enhance digital inclusivity for its 45 million customers, using Nexer Digital's expertise for full compliance with the upcoming European Accessibility Act in 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
Sir Peter Rigby named honorary chair of Aston's Digital Futures Institute
EduTech

Sir Peter Rigby named honorary chair of Aston's Digital Futures Institute

Renowned British business leader, Sir Peter Rigby, is appointed honorary chair of Aston University's new Digital Futures Institute, offering expertise and connections to foster digital inclusion and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024

Global Stories

Digital Inclusion stories

Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts
Unified Communications

Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reports a 39.1% rise in profit, reaching IDR 3,878 billion, driven by operational excellence and strategic investments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Zoom unveils smart name tags to enhance hybrid meeting inclusivity
Unified Communications

Zoom unveils smart name tags to enhance hybrid meeting inclusivity

Zoom has launched the open beta of smart name tags, an AI-driven feature in Zoom Rooms, to boost inclusivity and engagement in hybrid meetings.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Exclusive: Neat's Graham Walsh on AI-powered collaboration in tech
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: Neat's Graham Walsh on AI-powered collaboration in tech

Graham Walsh from Neat has shared insights on how the company's AI-powered video tech is revolutionising global collaboration.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Equinix unveils 2023 sustainability report, focus on ESG
Hyperscale

Equinix unveils 2023 sustainability report, focus on ESG

Equinix reveals its 2023 sustainability report, detailing ESG achievements and reiterating its goal for 100% renewable energy by 2030 amid heightened global data needs.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
'Accessing Connection' report sheds light on LGBTI digital divide
Digital divide

'Accessing Connection' report sheds light on LGBTI digital divide

'Accessing Connection' report by ILGA World unveils the extensive digital divide faced by the global LGBTI community, as they grapple with issues impacting digital inclusion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Cisco reaches goal of impacting one billion lives early
EduTech

Cisco reaches goal of impacting one billion lives early

Cisco surpasses its goal of positively affecting one billion lives globally through its technology, a year ahead of schedule.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Inclusion stories

BDx Indonesia & NeutraDC launch IX ecosystem in Indonesia
DataCentre infrastructure

BDx Indonesia & NeutraDC launch IX ecosystem in Indonesia

BDx Indonesia and NeutraDC launch phase one of an interconnected IX ecosystem, boosting internet resilience and digital transformation across Indonesia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
WA tech leaders honoured at INCITE Awards in Perth
Artificial Intelligence

WA tech leaders honoured at INCITE Awards in Perth

Dr Parwinder Kaur was named Achiever of the Year at the 33rd INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australia's foremost tech innovations and leaders.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 3rd Aug 2024
New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
Support

New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies

A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide
Connectivity

Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide

The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
JULO hits $120 million annual recurring revenue, boosts financial inclusion
Digital Inclusion

JULO hits $120 million annual recurring revenue, boosts financial inclusion

Indonesian digital finance platform JULO achieves over USD $120 million in annual recurring revenue, adds a 50% rise in loan disbursement and records breakeven point, underpinning its mission of financial inclusion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
Indian woman's bedtime story aids AI & financial knowledge
EduTech

Indian woman's bedtime story aids AI & financial knowledge

Baby Rajaram Bokale's bedtime readings make a wider social impact in India, training AI in overlooked languages and gaining key financial knowledge through a Karya initiative.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2024
auDA Foundation awards 15 grants for digital inclusion projects
Unified Communications

auDA Foundation awards 15 grants for digital inclusion projects

The auDA Foundation issues 15 grants, each worth $40,000, for projects enhancing digital inclusion and innovation targeting various demographics, including rural communities, people with disabilities, and Indigenous Australians.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
auDA shows commitment to secure .au domain in 2022-23 annual report
Risk & Compliance

auDA shows commitment to secure .au domain in 2022-23 annual report

auDA details its dedication to securing a reliable .au domain amid an increased demand from Australians in its 2022-23 report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023