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An AWS outage on 20 October 2025 caused global disruption, hitting platforms like Amazon, Snapchat, Coinbase, HMRC and Lloyds Bank, affecting millions worldwide.
Only 25% of mid-market firms have fully deployed AI, yet stock valuations assume full adoption, revealing a gap between hype and reality in AI investment.
The Linux Foundation is launching the React Foundation to govern React and React Native, with Meta and firms like Amazon and Microsoft among its founding members.
Shippit launches AI platform across Australia and New Zealand to help retailers close the AUD $18 billion delivery gap and boost online sales.
ŌURA's Oura Ring sales surpass 5.5 million, doubling revenue to USD $500 million in 2024 with plans to reach USD $1 billion by 2025.
Retailers must embrace technology and end-to-end planning to meet soaring consumer demands and excel in the 2025 peak shopping season.
Granicus appoints Karthik Anbalagan as General Manager of Emerging Technologies to lead AI innovation for government public sector engagement and services.
Blackline Safety appoints Vasi Philomin from Siemens to its board to enhance AI strategy for real-time worker safety and productivity data use.
SUSE appoints Margaret Dawson as Chief Marketing Officer to spearhead global marketing and drive growth in enterprise open source software.
HONOR's Magic V5 foldable smartphone powered through 4,300 pages of Proust's novel in 30.5 hours on a single battery charge, showcasing remarkable endurance.
The 2025 Technology Impact Awards in Vancouver celebrated BC's tech innovation, spotlighting CAD $3bn deals and Clio's Deal of the Year win.
Retailers are rapidly adopting AI to personalise shopping experiences, boosting customer loyalty and handling £30bn in UK click-and-collect orders in 2025.
Nearly 40% of Australians shop weekly on online marketplaces, with speed and convenience reshaping retail and driving major logistics investments like Amazon's AUD $490m centres.
US tech stocks soar, with the S&P 500 up 14.5% versus NZX's 3.2%, urging New Zealand investors to diversify internationally for better returns.
Revolut launches RevPoints in Australia, offering uncapped rewards points on debit card spending redeemable for miles, gift cards and lifestyle perks.
Black Friday remains the UK's top shopping day in 2025, with 79% planning to shop then despite rising interest in Amazon Prime Deals Days and Singles Day.
Reolink offers up to 35% off home security cameras and systems in Australia ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days until 13 October.
A global toy brand's shoppable TV campaign more than doubled sales by enabling parents to buy toys seamlessly via connected TV and QR codes.
HONOR's Magic V5 foldable smartphone sales surged 119% in the UK and 75% in Europe, driven by AI features and slim, durable design.
Young Australians prioritise job security, career growth, and hybrid working in 2025, with Google, Canva and Amazon leading as top employers, says Hatch survey.
