Data usage stories
Spoofed AI agents are hammering major websites with billions of hidden requests, driving up costs and outpacing current security defences.
AI shopping assistants win over UK and US consumers, but most abandon tools instantly when product suggestions feel irrelevant or pushy.
AI is transforming data privacy as mistrust soars and cyber attacks accelerate, pushing firms to verify every identity and machine action.
Google has unveiled Disco, a Labs testbed debuting GenTabs, an AI tool that turns browsing activity and prompts into web apps.
LiveRamp turns its Marketplace into an AI marketing hub, uniting premium data, rented models and upcoming agents in one governed platform.
Huwise launches Huwy, an AI chat agent embedded in its data marketplace to help non-experts search, explore and use corporate data.
Nearly half of mobile users worldwide would switch providers for satellite coverage, with 60% willing to pay extra for reliable service beyond traditional dead zones.
Sage launches AI Trust Label in US and UK, boosting SMB confidence by clarifying AI use and data ethics within Sage Intacct software.
ADMA has formed a new Advisory Committee with leaders from top Australian firms to advance ethical marketing and shape industry futures.
One NZ has switched off its 2G and 3G networks nationwide, freeing spectrum for faster 4G and 5G and leaving holdouts needing new phones.
Fast home internet is being linked to better wellbeing, work, study and health outcomes for most Australian households using the nbn network.
Square rolls out free AI assistant in the UK, helping SME owners query their own sales data in plain English to speed up decisions.
Indosat's FY 2025 profit climbs 12.2% to IDR5.5 trillion as AI lifts ARPU and a growing home broadband base underpins revenue gains.
Sky Business launches SIM-only SME mobile plans with rolled-over data to curb FORO fears and average annual losses of GBP £3,400.
CelcomDigi launches Hyper, Power and Power+ 5G prepaid passes in Malaysia with unlimited data, calls, hotspot and bundled streaming access.
One NZ logs 17.4% New Year mobile data spike and 50% holiday satellite user jump as Kiwis head off-grid and demand always-on coverage.
SEEK and Employment Hero end court battle, restore API access and scrap competition claims, avoiding a ruling on digital market power.
Indosat's mobile data traffic jumped about 15% over Indonesia's year-end holidays as digital use surges beyond major cities and tourist hubs.
Rocket Mobile has clinched Best Value Mobile Provider at the 2025 NZ Compare Awards, marking its third straight win in New Zealand.
Many Australian seniors pay for home internet plans with speeds and data beyond their needs, increasing costs despite prioritising affordability.
