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AI advances spark both optimism & apprehension worldwide
Marketing Technologies

AI advances spark both optimism & apprehension worldwide

Advances in AI spark both optimism and worry, with experts debating its impact on marketing, democracy, and human existence.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Study shows artists & designers embrace AI despite fears
EduTech

Study shows artists & designers embrace AI despite fears

Eight in ten artists worry AI will take their jobs, yet many are embracing its benefits, recognising it as essential for future generations, research finds.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
The good and bad: What AI means for the future of New Zealand
EduTech

The good and bad: What AI means for the future of New Zealand

New Zealand AI expert Heitor Gomes explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping job markets and raises ethical concerns, urging Kiwis to stay ahead.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
AI transforms artistic creation; 40% of artists use new tech
Generative AI

AI transforms artistic creation; 40% of artists use new tech

As AI proves its worth in the creative process, 40% of artists now embrace its potential to ease workflows and explore new artistic frontiers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
How Generative AI can be turbocharged with knowledge graphs
Data Analytics

How Generative AI can be turbocharged with knowledge graphs

Generative AI's power is amplified by knowledge graphs, making tools like ChatGPT and Google's Gemini smarter, reducing errors, and combating biases, thus revolutionising industries.

By Peter Philipp • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Adobe reveals groundbreaking AI in Acrobat for enhanced PDFs
DevOps

Adobe reveals groundbreaking AI in Acrobat for enhanced PDFs

Adobe unveils AI-powered tools in Acrobat from 18 June 2024, enabling users to create and edit images within PDFs using text prompts via Adobe Firefly.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace
Generative AI

Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace

A new Avanade report reveals Microsoft Copilot for M365 boosts workplace communication and creativity but raises concerns over transparency and original thinking.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Australian firms see gap in AI readiness - Vision vs Reality
Strategy

Australian firms see gap in AI readiness - Vision vs Reality

A new WE Communications study reveals Australian firms' struggle to turn AI enthusiasm into action, highlighting gaps in readiness, strategy, and internal communication.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Digital content and the race to win 'audience attention'
Marketing Technologies

Digital content and the race to win 'audience attention'

With human attention spans plummeting to eight seconds, brands must innovate to capture and retain audiences. How can they ensure they're truly winning this race?.

By Alexandra Gregory • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
ASUS unveils new suite of AI-powered Copilot+ laptops
Artificial Intelligence

ASUS unveils new suite of AI-powered Copilot+ laptops

ASUS has launched AI-driven Copilot+ PCs, showcasing ProArt, Zenbook, and Vivobook models designed for creators, gamers, and mainstream users.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
Canva unveils major expansion of enterprise offerings
Unified Communications

Canva unveils major expansion of enterprise offerings

Canva unveils its biggest platform upgrade in a decade at LA's Canva Create event, expanding enterprise services with new tools for productivity and creativity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Dell launches new AI-powered laptops with extreme battery life
Artificial Intelligence

Dell launches new AI-powered laptops with extreme battery life

Dell unveils AI-driven laptops featuring extraordinary battery life and advanced on-device AI capabilities, targeting both consumers and professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts
Gaming

Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts

Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Adobe reveals new AI-powered mobile app, Adobe Express
Marketing Technologies

Adobe reveals new AI-powered mobile app, Adobe Express

Adobe unveils its AI-powered mobile content creation app, Adobe Express, optimising social content creation with innovative features like Text to Image and Generative Fill.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Unlocking leadership excellence in the digital age: Satya Nadella's blueprint for tech leaders
Microsoft

Unlocking leadership excellence in the digital age: Satya Nadella's blueprint for tech leaders

Satya Nadella's leadership ethos, combining authenticity, empathy, and intent, redefines success in the digital era, transforming both Microsoft's journey and tech industry paradigms.

By Larry Robertson • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Canon NZ launches 2024 Grants Program with $20,000 in funds
EduTech

Canon NZ launches 2024 Grants Program with $20,000 in funds

Canon New Zealand's 2024 Grants Program offers $20,000 in funding to support initiatives in education, community, environment, and introduces a cultural category.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Arrow Electronics expands Copilot for Microsoft 365 to EMEA partners
Unified Communications

Arrow Electronics expands Copilot for Microsoft 365 to EMEA partners

Arrow Electronics expands access to the AI-enhanced Copilot for Microsoft 365 via its ArrowSphere Cloud to EMEA region partners, maximising potential opportunities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry
Physical Security

MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry

UK MPs voice concern over the negative effects of unregulated AI on the creative sector, pushing for government intervention to modernise copyright laws benefitting large tech corporations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024