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Quantum tech boosts Schneider Electric energy forecasts
Data centers

Quantum tech boosts Schneider Electric energy forecasts

Australia has awarded AUD $3.6 million to a quantum-backed forecasting project that could help operators manage rising household energy complexity.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago
AirConsole partners Zeekr for in-car gaming in Europe
BMW

AirConsole partners Zeekr for in-car gaming in Europe

Passengers in select Zeekr models will be able to play games on the infotainment screen using phones as controllers, as AirConsole expands into Geely's orbit.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
WEX & Mastercard launch APAC fleet payments network
Fleet Management

WEX & Mastercard launch APAC fleet payments network

Fleet operators across Asia Pacific could cut reconciliation work as a new network unifies fuel, toll and parking payments for one account.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 4 days ago
FedEx study sees Asia Pacific semiconductor expansion
Unified Communications

FedEx study sees Asia Pacific semiconductor expansion

Geopolitical risks are prompting chipmakers to spread production across Asia Pacific, with 35% planning expansion into new regional markets.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Volkswagen adds Tetris to Atlas infotainment screen
Gaming

Volkswagen adds Tetris to Atlas infotainment screen

The in-car version can turn parked Atlas models into a multiplayer arcade, extending Volkswagen's push to sell software and subscriptions.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
TCS renews Jaguar Formula E deal as official AI partner
Data Analytics

TCS renews Jaguar Formula E deal as official AI partner

The renewal deepens the role of artificial intelligence in Jaguar's racing programme as Formula E heads into its GEN4 era, with road-car benefits in view.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
TCS renews Jaguar Formula E deal with AI partnership
Data Analytics

TCS renews Jaguar Formula E deal with AI partnership

The renewed tie-up gives Jaguar TCS Racing more AI support as it heads into Formula E's GEN4 era after winning the 2025/26 teams' title.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month
TCS launches custom chip design for software-led cars
Semiconductors

TCS launches custom chip design for software-led cars

Bespoke chips are becoming central to vehicle performance and safety as automakers race to build software-defined cars.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Nvidia says major robotaxi programmes use its stack
Semiconductors

Nvidia says major robotaxi programmes use its stack

The chipmaker's technology is now embedded across robotaxi development, underscoring its role in a market Nvidia says could hit USD $400 billion by 2035.

By Raphael Veloso • 5 min read • Last month
TCS & Jaguar TCS Racing extend AI partnership in Formula E
Manufacturing

TCS & Jaguar TCS Racing extend AI partnership in Formula E

The extension will use artificial intelligence to sharpen Jaguar TCS Racing's strategy and feed lessons from Formula E into future electric cars.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • Last month
Volkswagen launches AirConsole gaming in US models
Gaming

Volkswagen launches AirConsole gaming in US models

Drivers of select 2027 Volkswagens will get parked-car gaming, as the feature marks the first volume US rollout by a major automaker.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn
Data Protection

Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn

Automakers' shift to software-defined cars is driving demand for remote updates, diagnostics and digital services across fleets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month

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High fuel prices creating public transport challenges for Canterbury
Earthquakes

High fuel prices creating public transport challenges for Canterbury

Rising petrol costs may force Canterbury buses to cut off-peak runs and delay planned service boosts as demand keeps climbing.

By David Hill • 4 min read • Last week
Australian household spending flat as fuel costs rise
Artificial Intelligence

Australian household spending flat as fuel costs rise

Fuel and other essentials kept Australian consumers under pressure in August, with flat spending and weaker non-fuel outlays pointing to caution.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
McMillan Shakespeare deepens BYD leasing ties in Australia
Customer Experience

McMillan Shakespeare deepens BYD leasing ties in Australia

The tie-up should widen access to electric cars for Australian buyers as novated leasing becomes a bigger route to ownership.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Itron launches Riva meters in Australia for grid visibility
Data Analytics

Itron launches Riva meters in Australia for grid visibility

Utilities will gain earlier warning of voltage issues and outages as Australia prepares for smart-meter rules from late 2028.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Novated Lease Australia inks BYD finance partnership
Customer Experience

Novated Lease Australia inks BYD finance partnership

The tie-up could make salary-packaged EVs easier to buy, as BYD and DENZA buyers gain showroom access to novated leasing support.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
EV charging flexibility and the drive for standards
Customer Experience

EV charging flexibility and the drive for standards

A £10m government fund is backing smarter systems to curb peak demand and help EV charging work off grid as networks come under strain.

By Rolf Bienert • 3 min read • Last month