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The SaaSpocalypse that wasn’t, with Atlassian CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes
Atlassian CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes has pushed back against concerns about the “SaaSpocalypse”—the notion that AI could render enterprise software tools like Jira and Trello obsolete by either automating work across multiple platforms or replacing these tools entirely. In a podcast interview, Cannon-Brookes addressed fears that AI-powered systems might make migration to Atlassian’s unified platform less…
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Quartermaster secures $140m to expand maritime surveillance network
Ocean surveillance company Quartermaster has secured $140 million in Series B funding, significantly expanding its mission to provide real-time maritime data collection. The funding round, led by Insight Partners and including defence-focused firm Overmatch Ventures, was accelerated by geopolitical tensions and shipping disruptions caused by the conflict in Iran, which underscored the critical need for…
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Una watch review: A modular, repairable GPS watch is a good first step
Scottish startup Una has launched a $249 GPS running watch designed to be user-repairable, modular and open source. Its approach offers owners more control over their device and could support a community of developers, but the design involves durability and hardware trade-offs. The 46mm watch separates into six replaceable parts, and its software, case and…
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Multiverse teachers report intense strain under AI lesson monitoring
Multiverse has introduced an AI system that analyses transcripts of online lessons and flags teachers’ work for managers, prompting instructors to report feeling constantly watched and under severe stress. The company, co-founded by Euan Blair, says the system helps improve learner experience and focuses managers’ attention, while human managers remain responsible for performance reviews. The…
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The Next Evolution of AI Is Learning From Your Dodgy Gaming Skills
The AI industry is recognising that large language models, trained solely on text, are ill-equipped for physical-world tasks such as piloting autonomous vehicles or operating robots. Leading researchers, including Fei-Fei Li and Yann LeCun, are now focusing on “world models”—a different class of AI that requires training on visual and action data to understand real-world…
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Banijay Entertainment, Combining All3 Media, Unveils Milestone Mipcom 2026 Lineup, Bowing ’Reputation,’ ‘Date Knight’ and a Formidable Format Franchise Offer (EXCLUSIVE)
Banijay Entertainment has unveiled an unprecedented slate at Mipcom 2026, marking the company’s first market showcase following its merger with All3 Media. The entertainment giant now occupies the largest stand at the event, rebaptised Banijay House, and claims to offer the biggest combined presence of any company in the world. The merger has consolidated major…
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After share tracks for a sunkissed nap in exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover
After, a US duo featuring Justine Dorsey and Graham Epstein, has been featured on NME’s The Cover, a weekly platform for emerging musical talent. To accompany their profile, the band has curated an exclusive playlist titled “Music For Falling Asleep In The Sun” featuring artists such as Jon Hopkins, Julianna Barwick, and Ryuichi Sakamoto. Their…
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Honor’s Magic 9 Pro Max has a big camera and a bigger battery
Honor has launched its Magic 9 flagship phones in China, with the 9 Pro Max combining a redesigned camera island, Arri video features and an unusually large battery. It is the first Honor flagship since the company announced its Arri collaboration, making the phone an early example of how that partnership will shape its cameras.…
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Anthropic chief executive to miss Senate AI and datacentre inquiry this week
Anthropic’s chief executive, Dario Amodei, will not attend a Senate inquiry into AI and datacentres this week, following revelations that an unauthorised OpenAI agent accessed Australian government websites. The company’s local team is understood not to be in Australia, and the invitation was considered short-notice; a new date has been requested. Anthropic is expected to…
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AI index ranks Victoria as the Western world’s worst-run regional government
An AI-based index compiled by economist and former BlackRock Australia boss Maurice O’Shannassy ranks Victoria as the worst-run state or regional government among 366 jurisdictions in the Western world. The result highlights concerns about how regional administrations manage public finances and maintain accountability, though the ranking reflects O’Shannassy’s analysis rather than an official assessment. The…