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NBN Co passes fibre tipping point as speed uplift carries FY26 growth

NBN Co has reported revenue of A$5.92bn for the year to 30 June 2026, up 3% as more of its customers now connect over fibre than over copper for the first time. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) rose by 5% to A$4.46bn, above the top of its guidance range. Operating expenses fell…

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Dubai ranks second globally in AI adoption as investment in digital infrastructure accelerates

Dubai has been ranked second globally in the inaugural Intelligent Cities Index published by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), securing the top position worldwide for the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and smart city solutions. According to the Dubai Media Office, the index evaluated 61 cities worldwide and recognised Dubai’s leadership in implementing AI-powered services…

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Israel’s Powerful ‘Iron Beam’ Laser Is Going Airborne – Here’s How

Isreal’s laser-based defense system — known as Iron Beam — has been in operation since 2024 as a ground-based solution to protect the country against attacks from aerial drones, missiles, and mortars. Developed by Israeli defense companies Elbit Systems and Rafael, the 100-kilowatt high-energy laser (HEL) system achieved its first operational interceptions during the ongoing Israel-Hamas…

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I’m a laptop expert, and these are the best upcoming devices I saw at Computex 2026

Computex live Q&AHave a question about the world’s biggest computing event? Let us know by commenting in our Computex 2026 live Q&A and we’ll put them to the team covering the show.I’ve been stalking the halls of Computex 2026, the huge computing-focused tech event that’s currently running in Taipei, Taiwan, in search of the best…

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UK data regulator slammed over lack of action on complaints

The Good Law Project and Open Rights Group have threatened the UK data regulator with legal action after accusing it of “brushing aside” thousands of data protection complaints from the public, a situation they claim will be made worse by its new approach to complaint handling. Under the UK’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the…

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I’ve been building PCs for over 30 years, but these ridiculous gaming desktops at Computex put my efforts to shame

Computex live Q&AHave a question about the world’s biggest computing event? Let us know by commenting in our Computex 2026 live Q&A and we’ll put them to the team covering the show.Computex can always be relied on to deliver some truly inventive custom PC builds, and this year has been no exception.One of the things…

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Nvidia RTX 5000 Super GPU refreshes could be out in 2026 after all — but I dread to think how pricey they’ll be (with one possible exception)

Nvidia’s rumored RTX 5000 Super refreshes are seemingly back on track, and could be out this yearAs well as the previously rumored variants, we could also see an RTX 5060 Super with 12GBThis goes against existing rumors insisting that Nvidia isn’t producing any new GeForce GPUs at all this yearNvidia’s long-rumored RTX 5000 Super refreshes…

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What’s The Difference Between A Nuclear Reactor And A Power Plant?

barmalini/Shutterstock Nuclear energy comes with both great risks and great benefits, as nuclear meltdowns are rare but potentially catastrophic. However, even if nuclear power isn’t 100% clean, plants and reactors themselves don’t produce air pollution the way burning fossil fuels does. You’ll hear both terms get thrown around a lot, so it’s worth understanding the…

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7 Of The Most Overlooked Stores With Electronics Deals You Should Check Out

Piranka/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether it’s a single-person apartment or a two-story family home, the modern household is run by electronics. Modems and routers keep us connected, phones and computers are essential for communication, and TVs, game systems, and music players provide endless entertainment. Home electronics are more…

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Interview: Ashwin Ballal, CIO, Freshworks

Freshworks CIO Ashwin Ballal hasn’t taken the typical digital leadership journey. Having completed a PhD in material science and engineering, he started in business-focused operations, working in marketing, engineering, product and operations. His shift into IT came much later, almost to the extent that he could be seen as an accidental CIO. “My career wasn’t…

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