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Motorola to buy D-Fend Solutions for USD $1.5 billion
Surveillance

Motorola to buy D-Fend Solutions for USD $1.5 billion

The acquisition will expand Motorola's security push as regulators and customers intensify efforts to counter rogue drones without disrupting approved flights.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Qualcomm coalition targets AI-native 6G rollout by 2029
Unified Communications

Qualcomm coalition targets AI-native 6G rollout by 2029

Qualcomm unites tech and telecoms heavyweights in a new coalition to fast-track AI-native 6G standards and networks for rollout from 2029.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Motorola opens Cork R&D hub for public safety radio
Semiconductors

Motorola opens Cork R&D hub for public safety radio

Motorola opens a Cork R&D hub to develop mission-critical radio software, hiring nearly 200 staff to bolster global public safety systems.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Feb 2026
Okta names Dan Mountstephen to lead APJ identity push
Digital Transformation

Okta names Dan Mountstephen to lead APJ identity push

Okta appoints Dan Mountstephen to steer Asia Pacific and Japan growth, sharpening its identity-led cyber and AI security strategy.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
Motorola unveils AI Assist Suites for 911 responders
Software-as-a-Service

Motorola unveils AI Assist Suites for 911 responders

Motorola launches AI Assist Suites to cut admin and language delays for 911 call handlers and frontline officers, promising faster responses.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Neat appoints Tormod Ree as new Chief Product Officer
Partner Programmes

Neat appoints Tormod Ree as new Chief Product Officer

Neat has appointed Tormod Ree as Chief Product & Engineering Officer to drive innovation amid a 30% sales surge and global expansion plans.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Lenovo & Formula 1 extend partnership, Lenovo becomes Global Partner
Edge Computing

Lenovo & Formula 1 extend partnership, Lenovo becomes Global Partner

Lenovo and Formula 1 extend partnership, making Lenovo a Global Partner and Motorola the Global Smartphone Partner, starting in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Motorola Solutions are creating safer, more productive workforces
Cybersecurity

Motorola Solutions are creating safer, more productive workforces

Motorola is responding to the call for greater safety, efficiency and productivity by unveiling its Safety Reimagined Platform and two next-gen devices.

By Tom Raynel • 6 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023
Motorola Solutions New Body-Worn Camera - the VB400
Physical Security

Motorola Solutions New Body-Worn Camera - the VB400

Motorola Tis helping personnel take control of situations with its new high-end security cameras, the VB400 Body-Worn Camera.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2023

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Virgin Media O2 rolls out free 5G+ upgrade across UK
Network Infrastructure

Virgin Media O2 rolls out free 5G+ upgrade across UK

Virgin Media O2 switches millions to faster 5G+ at no extra cost, as its standalone network goes live in over 700 UK towns and cities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2026
India smartphone shipments hit 152m as premium demand rises
eCommerce

India smartphone shipments hit 152m as premium demand rises

India's smartphone market grew in value as premium handsets gained ground, with Apple posting record shipments and offline retail regaining momentum.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Feb 2026
AI Bar mixes personalised hard seltzers in Adelaide
Customer Experience

AI Bar mixes personalised hard seltzers in Adelaide

Adelaide start-up Sync has debuted an AI Bar that quizzes drinkers, then mixes bespoke hard seltzers from a core range at AUD $55 a pack.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia
Unified Communications

Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia

Motorola launches the durable moto g56 5G and moto g86 power 5G in Australia, both priced under AUD $500 with long battery life and bright displays.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Motorola launches razr 60 & edge 60 pro with enhanced AI
Motorola

Motorola launches razr 60 & edge 60 pro with enhanced AI

Motorola launches razr 60 and edge 60 pro in Australia, featuring enhanced AI, durable design, and premium displays from AUD $1,199, available 10 July.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699
Generative AI

Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699

Motorola launches the edge 60 fusion in Australia for AUD $699, featuring AI-driven tools, a Sony LYTIA 700C sensor, and its brightest display yet.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
TechWorks appoints Jillian Hughes to lead UK semiconductors
Semiconductors

TechWorks appoints Jillian Hughes to lead UK semiconductors

TechWorks has appointed Jillian Hughes as Head of Semiconductors, aiming to advance the UK's £9.6 billion semiconductor industry on a global stage.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Australia's smartphone market dips 6%, Apple & Google dominate
Lenovo

Australia's smartphone market dips 6%, Apple & Google dominate

Amid a 6% YoY dip in Australia's smartphone market, Apple and Google's new releases drive a QoQ rise of 14.2%, while the average selling price experiences a 7.1% surge.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024