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'Circle of Toys' launches to connect UK, Ukrainian toy donors & recipients
Clean technologies

'Circle of Toys' launches to connect UK, Ukrainian toy donors & recipients

The Circle of Toys tech platform, created by Find Refuge, seeks to unite British and Ukrainian families through the donation of pre-loved toys, with its direct donation scheme already attracting more than 20,000 Ukrainian sign-ups seeking joyful respite amid adversity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
Salvation Army's SATCoL re-launching data destruction service
Clean technologies

Salvation Army's SATCoL re-launching data destruction service

The project aims to save companies money and give unwanted IT equipment such as laptops, PCs, phones and tablets a new lease of life.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2023

Global Stories

Donations stories

How Innovative Loyalty Programs Boost Customer Retention
Customer Experience

How Innovative Loyalty Programs Boost Customer Retention

Retail subscriptions have proven to be key in fostering enduring brand loyalty and customer retention, responding to changing consumer behaviours and economic shifts.

By Jonathan Reeve • 13 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024
FedEx spreads festive cheer with Purple Tote campaign in AMEA
EduTech

FedEx spreads festive cheer with Purple Tote campaign in AMEA

FedEx Express brought festive joy across the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, gathering over 8,000 kg of supplies during their Purple Tote Campaign, offering aid to over 30 NGOs and around 2,400 beneficiaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
RAD project marks impressive 2023 with donations & accolades
DevOps

RAD project marks impressive 2023 with donations & accolades

In 2023, the Recycle A Device (RAD) project achieved remarkable milestones, including donating 2,374 laptops and winning notable accolades.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023
Ingram Micro & Microsoft launch Australasian not-for-profit initiative
EduTech

Ingram Micro & Microsoft launch Australasian not-for-profit initiative

Ingram Micro and Microsoft have kickstarted the IMpact Program, an initiative to digitally empower Australasian NFPs.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Splunk's global impact report reveals major strides for 2023
Data Protection

Splunk's global impact report reveals major strides for 2023

Splunk's 2023 Global Impact Report highlights its progress in ethical growth, cybersecurity, sustainability and social impact.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Check Point reveals 8% spike in global cyberattacks by mid-2023
Ransomware

Check Point reveals 8% spike in global cyberattacks by mid-2023

Lockbit3 leads ransomware surge in the year's first half, while unconventional targets surface amid new attack patterns.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Atomic drives fundraiser communications for Movember
Data Analytics

Atomic drives fundraiser communications for Movember

Men's health charity, Movember, has implemented Atomic, an in-app customer engagement platform to drive increased sales and personalisation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
KnowBe4 makes donation to protect endangered species
Phishing

KnowBe4 makes donation to protect endangered species

KnowBe4, the security awareness training and simulated phishing platform will celebrate its 13th anniversary by donating to protect endangered species.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Aug 2023
Edtech surging across Asia Pacific and Latin America
EduTech

Edtech surging across Asia Pacific and Latin America

As the market grows, companies are expanding their offerings and improving their financial infrastructure to remain competitive.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2023
Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast
Phishing

Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast

Avast researchers have identified a video campaign from an organisation claiming to be collecting money for sick children, which are actually scam sites.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023
High-Profile Attacks Improve Cyber Hygiene—But Not Enough
Phishing

High-Profile Attacks Improve Cyber Hygiene—But Not Enough

87% of Australian workers have improved their cyber hygiene, but threats remain, with fake logistics companies the most common source of scams.

By Jennifer Cheng • 5 min read • Mon, 19th Jun 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand
Supply Chain

Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand

The Quadrent Green Lease programme champions digital inclusion and e-waste reduction in New Zealand's underprivileged communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Lime partners with One Tree Planted for Queensland reforestation
Cartech

Lime partners with One Tree Planted for Queensland reforestation

Lime, in collaboration with One Tree Planted, launches a reforestation initiative planting 20,000 trees in Queensland.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Grill'd and Adyen serve up a winning combo
Case Study

Grill'd and Adyen serve up a winning combo

Adyen and Australia's Grill'd have expanded their partnership to enhance customer experience and support international payments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2023
The most slept-on and unseen sector in New Zealand
Encryption

The most slept-on and unseen sector in New Zealand

New Zealand's Web3 sector is quietly thriving, with successful startups like IMMERSVE and Non-Fungible Labs leading the way, despite mainstream skepticism.

By Ben Rose • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2023