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Omniscient raises USD $4.1 million for boardroom AI
Data Analytics

Omniscient raises USD $4.1 million for boardroom AI

Renault is already using the platform, as the Paris-based startup targets boards with AI that scans reputation and risk across 100,000 sources.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2026
Traxlo brings pay-per-task gig work model to UK grocers
Licensing

Traxlo brings pay-per-task gig work model to UK grocers

Gig work platform Traxlo launches in the UK, offering grocery retailers pay-per-task staffing to tackle labour gaps and rising costs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026
Traxlo brings pay-per-task gig labour model to UK
Human Capital Management

Traxlo brings pay-per-task gig labour model to UK

Traxlo launches its pay-per-task gig labour platform in the UK, targeting grocery chains with task fees from GBP £3 to GBP £50.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026

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Computex spotlights AI robots as startup turnout grows
Robotics

Computex spotlights AI robots as startup turnout grows

A new robotics zone and a 11% rise in startups showed AI hardware and commercial deployment are now driving the Taipei trade fair.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Bureau opens first London showroom & new booth range
Hybrid & Remote Work

Bureau opens first London showroom & new booth range

European buyers can now see Bureau's booths in person as the company expands beyond Australia and North America with a London base.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Intruder finds exposed MySQL databases in 26% of firms
Ransomware

Intruder finds exposed MySQL databases in 26% of firms

The findings show many firms still leave internet-facing databases and admin tools open, giving attackers easy routes before flaws are even published.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Accor Plus lifts conversion 39% after Endava overhaul
Digital Transformation

Accor Plus lifts conversion 39% after Endava overhaul

Faster checkout and more local payment options helped the travel loyalty group raise product-page conversions to 9.8% across Asia Pacific.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
HBK launches PW22i load cell for fast packaging lines
Robotics

HBK launches PW22i load cell for fast packaging lines

Manufacturers could cut downtime and boost throughput as the sensor adds direct diagnostics and faster integration to automated weighing systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Conquer the KYB challenge: How smarter data quality fuels fintech integrators
Fintech

Conquer the KYB challenge: How smarter data quality fuels fintech integrators

Fintech integrators turn to Melissa's real-time, trusted data layer to sharpen KYB checks, slash onboarding friction and cut synthetic fraud.

By Bud Walker • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Logitech G325 Lightspeed wireless gaming headset
Gaming

Hands-on review: Logitech G325 Lightspeed wireless gaming headset

Logitech's G325 Lightspeed headset offers low-latency wireless, immersive audio and all-day comfort in a sleek, lightweight design.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2026
Enterprises shun plug-and-play AI for tailored builds
Software-as-a-Service

Enterprises shun plug-and-play AI for tailored builds

Enterprises ditch plug-and-play AI as Cognizant research shows buyers now favour bespoke builds and services-led, long-term partnerships.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Dell Pro Plus Wireless Speakerphone
Unified Communications

Hands-on review: Dell Pro Plus Wireless Speakerphone

Dell's Pro Plus Wireless Speakerphone delivers crisp, Teams-ready audio in a compact, travel-friendly package that works straight from the box.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Newo.ai, IONOS launch AI receptionist for small firms
Digital Transformation

Newo.ai, IONOS launch AI receptionist for small firms

Newo.ai and IONOS have launched a plug-and-play AI receptionist, promising SMEs 24/7 call handling, missed lead recovery and quick setup.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026
Yealink debuts hybrid work audio gear at Officeworks
Unified Communications

Yealink debuts hybrid work audio gear at Officeworks

Yealink launches SP92 speakerphone and BH71 Pro headset at Officeworks, targeting hybrid workers needing clearer calls in noisy spaces.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2026
Hands-on review: Yealink WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT wireless headset
Unified Communications

Hands-on review: Yealink WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT wireless headset

Yealink's WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT headset delivers crisp calls, strong music performance and all-day comfort for busy open-plan offices.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Oracle unveils Autonomous AI Lakehouse for seamless open data
Software-as-a-Service

Oracle unveils Autonomous AI Lakehouse for seamless open data

Oracle launches Autonomous AI Lakehouse, enabling secure, open data access and AI analytics across multicloud environments including AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025

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CelcomDigi launches MYR RM88 soundbox to boost MSME digital shift
Digital Transformation

CelcomDigi launches MYR RM88 soundbox to boost MSME digital shift

CelcomDigi launches MYR RM88 soundbox merging QR payments and e-invoicing to help Malaysian MSMEs adopt digital business tools with ease.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025