The global sports tech industry is estimated to grow by 17.5% annum amounting US$40 billion ($57.5 billion) by 2026, according to a report published by Australian Sports Technologies Network.



A PhD student from the University of South Australia has found how to accurately measure the heart and breathing rates of wild animals filmed with a drone.

The volume of digital domestic money transfer payments will exceed 300 billion for the first time in by 2026, a huge increase from 207 billion in 2022 accounting for 50% growth, according to a study by Juniper Research.

Communications system specialist Omnitronics has promoted its global sales manager and vice president of sales John Jordan to the role of CEO.

Hardware security key provider Yubico has appointed Selina Goh to the role of ASEAN regional sales director, Derix Suartyo to the role of ASEAN solutions engineering lead. They are both based in Singapore.

Telecommunications company Optus has switched its tower in Northern Tasmania, providing enhanced mobile coverage in the town of Cressy as well as in Cressy Road, Green Rises, Saudridge, and Elphinstone Roads.

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Stephen Withers, newsletter editor, iTWire

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