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Top performers are quitting as career progression stalls and fears over AI strategies grow, causing rising talent drain across all industries globally.

Blackline Safety secured a USD $1.8m contract to supply 560+ safety devices and services to a major Californian water utility over four years.

IG Group is set to acquire Independent Reserve, an Australian crypto exchange, for AUD $178m, boosting its presence in Asia Pacific's growing crypto market.

DroneShield is doubling its US workforce and expanding facilities in Virginia to enhance AI and counter-drone tech for the US defence sector.

Smart Communications launches SmartPATH in ANZ, an AI-driven platform streamlining omnichannel communications for regulated industries like insurance and healthcare.

DroneShield secured AUD $7.9m US defence contracts for handheld drone-detection, surpassing 4,000 systems sold globally amid record revenue growth.

MongoDB has expanded AI search tools to on-premises users and launched AMP platform to speed legacy system modernisation with AI-powered automation.

Samsung's digital appliances, including AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Refrigerators, earn TÜV Nord IoT security certification, reinforcing smart home data protection.

Samsung will launch its new Sound Tower speakers in Australia in 2026, featuring customisable lighting and advanced audio technology for events.

Samsung launches Vision AI Companion on select 2025 Smart TVs, enhancing interaction with generative AI for personalised, smarter home entertainment.

AI is transforming workplace learning as businesses across the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand boost L&D budgets and adopt data-driven metrics.

Norton launches AI deepfake scam detection on Intel Core Ultra PCs, offering real-time, on-device protection for Norton 360 users in key English-speaking countries.

A global survey reveals 33% of Gen Z and 26% of Millennials prefer AI platforms over search engines for shopping advice, signalling a shift in consumer habits.

Global business hotel bookings fell 5.35% in H1 2025, led by a 10.65% US decline amid tariff uncertainty and reduced advance planning.

The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.

Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with new aluminium design, A19 Pro chip, enhanced cameras, longer battery life, and Wi-Fi 7 support.

Apple launches the iPhone 17 featuring AI-powered cameras, a brighter ProMotion display, the new A19 chip, and improved battery life, starting at AUD $1,399.

Apple launches AirPods Pro 3 at AUD $429, featuring advanced noise cancellation, heart rate sensor, and live translation across multiple languages.

Michael Juniper has joined HMC Digital Infrastructure as a director to enhance DigiCo's growth and operational capabilities across Australia and international markets.

Harvey has opened its first Asia-Pacific office in Sydney to expand AI legal services and hire 15 staff, boosting support for Australian law firms.