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70% of Rackspace Technology employees trained in Gen AI
Generative AI

70% of Rackspace Technology employees trained in Gen AI

Rackspace Technology, a top managed cloud services provider, has reported that a remarkable 70% of its workforce has completed training in Gen AI, marking a significant stride in its wider FAIR initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2024
Digital Realty partners with UK's Digital Futures Programme
Hyperscale

Digital Realty partners with UK's Digital Futures Programme

Digital Realty allies with UK's Digital Futures Programme to groom young digital talent, aiding program expansion into Thames Valley schools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
'Accessing Connection' report sheds light on LGBTI digital divide
Digital divide

'Accessing Connection' report sheds light on LGBTI digital divide

'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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
STM Goods introduces mindful Focus Collection for iPhone
Microsoft

STM Goods introduces mindful Focus Collection for iPhone

STM Goods unveils the mindful Focus Collection of iPhone 15 cases, designed to improve focus and personal wellbeing.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Mastercard's Gamer Academy tackles gender disparity in global esports industry
Gaming

Mastercard's Gamer Academy tackles gender disparity in global esports industry

Mastercard unveils global initiative, Mastercard Gamer Academy, in a bid to improve diversity in esports and gaming.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
AMI unveils new brand identity and competency framework
EduTech

AMI unveils new brand identity and competency framework

For its 90th anniversary, AMI launches a novel brand identity and Australia's first marketing competency framework.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Adobe unveils New AI-powered Creative Cloud release
Marketing Technologies

Adobe unveils New AI-powered Creative Cloud release

Adobe has launched an AI-powered Creative Cloud release, integrating generative AI capabilities across its apps like Photoshop and Illustrator.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2023
Alibaba unveils AI image generation model Tongyi Wanxiang
Generative AI

Alibaba unveils AI image generation model Tongyi Wanxiang

The generative AI model is now available for enterprise customers in China for beta testing and aims to help businesses unleash creativity and productivity.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2023
New Rackspace global practice to support sustainable adoption of generative AI
Generative AI

New Rackspace global practice to support sustainable adoption of generative AI

Rackspace has announced Foundry for Generative AI by Rackspace (FAIR), a new global practice dedicated to accelerating the adoption of generative AI solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
Adobe continues streak of AI innovations with Generative Recolour
Marketing Technologies

Adobe continues streak of AI innovations with Generative Recolour

Adobe's MAX London reveal introduces Generative Recolour (beta) in Illustrator, leveraging Firefly AI to transform vector artwork colours via text prompts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2023
Apple previews watchOS 10 featuring a new smart stack
Wearables

Apple previews watchOS 10 featuring a new smart stack

According to the company, the new OS features a new design, new watch faces, new features for cyclists and hikers, and important tools for health.

By Gaurav Sharma • 10 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2023
Game review: Lego 2K Drive (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Lego 2K Drive (Xbox Series X)

Lego 2K Drive is a fun alternative to Forza Horizon, featuring an open-world racing game with the playable ability of Lego bricks. Verdict: 8.5/10.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Appian launches AI offering, integrates tech on platform
Data Science

Appian launches AI offering, integrates tech on platform

Appian has integrated generative AI into the Appian Platform and launched AI Skill Designer, a simple but powerful tool for businesses.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
Freeview refocuses with new and refreshed brand identity
Digital Entertainment

Freeview refocuses with new and refreshed brand identity

Freeview is going to begin rolling out its new brand identity in the coming weeks, which reflects the company's refocus on how it delivers TV and radio.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2023

Stories from other regions

Mangopay and OVO Network ally to simplify chalet booking payments
Payment Technologies

Mangopay and OVO Network ally to simplify chalet booking payments

Mangopay is teaming up with Alpine chalet specialist, OVO Network, to automate and streamline payments for holiday property rentals, enhancing efficiency and user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
Yahoo's 2023 review reveals Singapore's top online searches & trends
Gaming

Yahoo's 2023 review reveals Singapore's top online searches & trends

Yahoo's 2023 Review unveils Singapore's top searches, featuring tech trends, sports updates, and key newsmakers.

By Shannon Williams • 10 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Cybersecurity is full of fear –we need to change this
Data Protection

Cybersecurity is full of fear –we need to change this

Cybersecurity has associated itself with fear, and as a result, instead of enabling, it has stifled the growth settings we need the most now.

By Bryan Saba • 6 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023