Digital Inclusion stories
UK elderly urge banks to keep branches amidst digital age
Yesterday
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fintech
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digital literacy
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digital divide
A staggering 88% of older UK residents believe banks should retain physical branches, highlighting concerns over the digital divide and access to services.
Call for digital equity guarantee to tackle education divide
2 days ago
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edutech
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digital divide
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edtech
A new report calls for a Digital Equity Learning Guarantee in Australia to tackle the growing digital divide in education among students.
DXC Technology boosts global STEM education initiatives
Last week
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data analytics
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dei
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cybersecurity
DXC Technology has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing STEM education globally, focusing on diversity and inclusivity across its various initiatives.
Kantar report reveals key marketing trends for 2025
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cleantech
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digital marketing
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advertising
Kantar's Marketing Trends 2025 report reveals consumer distrust in AI ads, urging brands to prioritise transparency and inclusivity as key strategies for the future.
Australia positioned for $18.8bn AI economy by 2035
This month
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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genai
A report from Microsoft and Mandala Partners reveals Australia could secure $18.8 billion in AI revenue by 2035, emphasising strategic investment and innovation.
Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts
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uc
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cx
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dei
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reports a 39.1% rise in profit, reaching IDR 3,878 billion, driven by operational excellence and strategic investments.
Zoom unveils smart name tags to enhance hybrid meeting inclusivity
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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video conferencing
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.
BDx Indonesia & NeutraDC launch IX ecosystem in Indonesia
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
BDx Indonesia and NeutraDC launch phase one of an interconnected IX ecosystem, boosting internet resilience and digital transformation across Indonesia.
Exclusive: Neat's Graham Walsh on AI-powered collaboration in tech
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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ai
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edge ai
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digital inclusion
Graham Walsh from Neat has shared insights on how the company's AI-powered video tech is revolutionising global collaboration.
WA tech leaders honoured at INCITE Awards in Perth
Sat, 3rd Aug 2024
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ai
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digital inclusion
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edith cowan university
Dr Parwinder Kaur was named Achiever of the Year at the 33rd INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australia's foremost tech innovations and leaders.
New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
Mon, 20th May 2024
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support
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digital divide
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australian bureau of statistics
A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.
Equinix unveils 2023 sustainability report, focus on ESG
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Equinix reveals its 2023 sustainability report, detailing ESG achievements and reiterating its goal for 100% renewable energy by 2030 amid heightened global data needs.
Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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connectivity
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digital divide
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digital inclusion
The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.
Digital Poverty Alliance warns of rising UK digital divide
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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edutech
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healthtech
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digital inclusion
DPA warns incoming UK government of escalating digital poverty, with an estimated 19 million, including one in seven adults and one in five children, suffering from the issue.
Telehouse donates laptops boosting digital inclusion in Tower Hamlets
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
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.
Bupa teams with Nexer for digital inclusivity boost
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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healthtech
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digital inclusion
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ux
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.
JULO hits $120 million annual recurring revenue, boosts financial inclusion
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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digital inclusion
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revenue
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digital finance
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.
Sir Peter Rigby named honorary chair of Aston's Digital Futures Institute
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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edutech
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digital inclusion
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real estate
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.
'Accessing Connection' report sheds light on LGBTI digital divide
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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digital divide
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digital revolution
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digital inclusion
'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.
Indian woman's bedtime story aids AI & financial knowledge
Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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edutech
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llms
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ai
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.