Agriculture stories

Knowby wins innovation award at dairy conference 2025
Last week
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agritech
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agriculture
Knowby has been awarded the Australian Dairy Conference Innovator Award 2025 for its groundbreaking platform that enhances farm task communication.

ETSI forms new committee to advance data-driven standards
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uc
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network infrastructure
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iot
ETSI has unveiled a new Technical Committee on Data Solutions to enhance data-driven technologies and develop industry standards across multiple sectors.

Indosat & AIonOS partner to transform AI in Indonesia
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uc
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digital transformation
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and AIonOS have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to enhance Indonesia's AI ecosystem, promoting economic growth across key sectors.

Fund the herd: How New Zealand can become a global innovation powerhouse
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digital transformation
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entrepreneurship
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agriculture
New Zealand stands on the brink of becoming a global tech leader, but it must cultivate more sustainable start-ups rather than focusing solely on unicorns.

AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech
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network infrastructure
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dlp
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risk & compliance
AccuWeather has acquired TOA Systems' lightning network, enhancing global lightning detection capabilities and aiming to improve safety and preparedness.

Drone GIS mapping market grows with tech advancements
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construction
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geographic information system
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agriculture
The global drone GIS mapping market is poised for significant expansion, fuelled by technological advancements and increasing demand across diverse industries.

Skylo expands satellite network for seamless global access
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iot
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supply chain & logistics
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collaboration
Skylo has unveiled its expanded satellite network, ensuring global connectivity for over a billion devices, addressing critical coverage gaps for users.

Myriota secures $50m funding to boost IoT & jobs in Adelaide
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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iot
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cleantech
Myriota has raised $50 million to boost its IoT capabilities and create up to 100 jobs at its Adelaide manufacturing base.

TeamViewer unveils Smart Service for manufacturing aid
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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deloitte
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productivity
TeamViewer has launched Smart Service, a solution to help manufacturers overcome downtime challenges, leveraging remote access and AR support.

Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.

Carbonix Volanti drone gets US approval for BVLOS ops
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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uav
Carbonix's Volanti drone secures a nationwide waiver for BVLOS operations in the US, revolutionising UAV capabilities and market access.

Exclusive: Farm Focus CEO highlights tech-driven transformation in farming
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
As farmers face growing challenges, Farm Focus is embracing technology to lead a transformation in financial management for New Zealand’s agricultural sector.

Enhancing efficiency at Isis Central Sugar Milling Cooperative with WAVE PTX
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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fleet management
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collaboration
Isis Central Sugar Milling Cooperative in Queensland enhances operational efficiency by implementing Motorola's Wave PTX technology for improved communication.

Xero data shows New Zealand small business sales drop
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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financial systems
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xero
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northland
Xero's latest data reveals small businesses in New Zealand are struggling with a 2.7% sales drop and stagnating wages, amid rising workforce downsizing.

Quor appoints Bruce Boytim as new Chief Executive Officer
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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saas
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supply chain & logistics
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risk & compliance
Quor has appointed Bruce Boytim as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of expertise in financial services and technology to lead the company.

DNAiTECH secures NZD $1 million for instant diagnostics
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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callaghan innovation
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engineering
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funding
DNAiTECH, based in Marlborough, has secured NZD $1 million in funding to develop innovative instant diagnostic tests for humans and animals.

Cognizant unveils major upgrades to Neuro AI platform
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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data science
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ai agents
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synthetic data
Cognizant has upgraded its Neuro AI platform to enhance AI productivity for businesses, introducing tools like Opportunity Finder for efficient use case identification.

SmartSat CRC & Hellenic Space Centre unite for space tech advancements
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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uc
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iot
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ai
SmartSat CRC and the Hellenic Space Centre have signed a deal to enhance cooperation in space science and technology between Australia and Greece.

Why Australian companies are still failing miserably at real-time data
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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iot
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partner programmes
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genai
Despite recognising AI's potential, Australian firms struggle with real-time data, a critical component for effective operations and future AI success.

Cook Government funds six startups in AUD $7.2m programme
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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r&d
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agriculture
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digital economy
The Cook Government has unveiled its AUD $7.2 million Nature Tech Accelerator, offering seed funding to six startups focused on climate innovation.