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Digital Inclusion stories

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FSO reveals top 10 insights shaping Australia's 2024 skills
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The Future Skills Organisation's 2024 report reveals major shifts in Australia's finance, tech, and business sectors, stressing skills over qualifications.
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Indosat partners with Nokia to boost Indonesia's 4G, 5G
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Indosat has teamed up with Nokia to enhance 4G and 5G networks across Indonesia, aiming to improve connectivity and drive digital transformation.
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UK elderly urge banks to keep branches amidst digital age
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A staggering 88% of older UK residents believe banks should retain physical branches, highlighting concerns over the digital divide and access to services.
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Call for digital equity guarantee to tackle education divide
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A new report calls for a Digital Equity Learning Guarantee in Australia to tackle the growing digital divide in education among students.
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DXC Technology boosts global STEM education initiatives
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DXC Technology has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing STEM education globally, focusing on diversity and inclusivity across its various initiatives.
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Kantar report reveals key marketing trends for 2025
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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.
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Australia positioned for $18.8bn AI economy by 2035
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A report from Microsoft and Mandala Partners reveals Australia could secure $18.8 billion in AI revenue by 2035, emphasising strategic investment and innovation.
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Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reports a 39.1% rise in profit, reaching IDR 3,878 billion, driven by operational excellence and strategic investments.
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Zoom unveils smart name tags to enhance hybrid meeting inclusivity
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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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.
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BDx Indonesia & NeutraDC launch IX ecosystem in Indonesia
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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BDx Indonesia and NeutraDC launch phase one of an interconnected IX ecosystem, boosting internet resilience and digital transformation across Indonesia.
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Exclusive: Neat's Graham Walsh on AI-powered collaboration in tech
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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Graham Walsh from Neat has shared insights on how the company's AI-powered video tech is revolutionising global collaboration.
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WA tech leaders honoured at INCITE Awards in Perth
Sat, 3rd Aug 2024
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Dr Parwinder Kaur was named Achiever of the Year at the 33rd INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australia's foremost tech innovations and leaders.
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New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
Mon, 20th May 2024
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A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.
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Equinix unveils 2023 sustainability report, focus on ESG
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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Equinix reveals its 2023 sustainability report, detailing ESG achievements and reiterating its goal for 100% renewable energy by 2030 amid heightened global data needs.
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Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.
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Digital Poverty Alliance warns of rising UK digital divide
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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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.
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Telehouse donates laptops boosting digital inclusion in Tower Hamlets
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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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.
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Bupa teams with Nexer for digital inclusivity boost
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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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.
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JULO hits $120 million annual recurring revenue, boosts financial inclusion
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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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.
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Sir Peter Rigby named honorary chair of Aston's Digital Futures Institute
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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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.