Australians finally embracing connected homes
New figures suggest internet-connected home devices are taking hold in Australia, with a $4.7 billion local market tipped within four years.
Macquarie helps real estate agents disrupt
Macquarie's deep exposure to the real estate industry, which faces disruption, means its support goes further than technology.
Can Tamagotchis make a comeback?
The nostalgia factor isn't enough to rebirth the dependent Japanese digital pet as a childhood classic for 2017.
Saudi women drive ride-sharing apps profits
Ride-hailing thrives in Saudi Arabia for commercial and social reasons. But there are still many contradictions.
Amsterdam's latest 'sharing' economy limit
Amsterdam plans new rule for AirBnB and similar services to prevent homeowners from operating underground hotels.
Bidder pays house deposit - without a cheque
Pilot scheme allows agents to take deposits from bidders who turn up without a cheque book or other way to pay deposit.
UK warns internet giants on hate speech
A report from Parliament's cross-party Home Affairs Committee said the companies are "shamefully far" from having done enough to deal with illegal and dangerous content.
Training start-up hits big time with $50m deal
Workplace training course marketplace GO1 has scored a partnership with NZ-based Totara, which will see its revenue skyrocket.
Falling for Mario Kart all over again
In a gentrifying suburb of Sydney, three women are hurling insults at their television screen thanks to Mario Kart 8.
Jack Dorsey's Square widens Aussie ambitions
Payments technology disruptor Square has revealed its local growth figures for the first time, and will now target bigger companies.
Amazon will now tell you if you dress badly
The Echo Look gives tips using fashion specialists' advice and algorithms that check for the latest trends.
