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Technology Gifts stories - Page 6

The demand for technology gifts is significantly increasing as we begin to rely on new innovations. According to the Consumer Technology Association, 74% of U.S. adults plan to buy at least one tech gift this year, highlighting that it is one of the most prominent types of gift that is given.

Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
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DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

Fri, 16th May 2025
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DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.
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Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift

Thu, 15th May 2025
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OpenADR Alliance, led by Rolf Bienert, accelerates energy management amid electrification shift, enabling smarter EV charging and dynamic pricing globally.
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Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
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Reolink partners with Home Assistant for local privacy upgrades

Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Reolink partners with Home Assistant to offer enhanced privacy and seamless smart home integration for most cameras, excluding 4G models, via local network processing.
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LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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LG Electronics secured 35 awards at the 2025 Red Dot Design Award, including Best of the Best for its wireless transparent OLED T TV.
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Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.
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UK company geo publishes bridging spec for energy systems

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Cambridge's geo has unveiled a bridging specification for OpenADR and Matter, enhancing energy system integration for consumers and promoting grid efficiency.
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Gender equality as a business advantage on Women's Day

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leaders stress that achieving gender equality in the workplace is crucial for innovation and economic success.
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Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.
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Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.
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TechSee unveils Connectivity Guru for Wi-Fi diagnostics

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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TechSee has unveiled Connectivity Guru, a visual AI solution enhancing Wi-Fi troubleshooting with real-time diagnostics and 3D heatmaps for improved customer support.
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CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.
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UK unveils bold plan to tackle cybercrime with new rules

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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The UK Government has unveiled plans to tackle cybercrime, proposing a ban on ransomware payments for public bodies and a new reporting framework.
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LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.
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Dotlines UK unveils Audra Security for homes & businesses

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Dotlines UK is launching Audra Security, an affordable suite of products for homes and small businesses, aiming to simplify internet safety across the UK.
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Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.
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Hisense named official partner for FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Hisense has been unveiled as the first Official Partner of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, promising enhanced fan experiences through technology.
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ADT Security announces re-entry into security guarding

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ADT Security is re-entering Australasia's guarding market with Signature Security Group, launching AI-driven video guarding and live response.
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Swann unveils AI home security voice assistant SwannShield

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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Swann has launched SwannShield, an AI-powered home security voice assistant, enhancing protection and user experience in smart home technology.
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HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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HP has been named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, supporting cybersecurity for UK SMEs.