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18 May 2026

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Two SSDs are better than one in your PC. Here’s why
If you’re looking to speed up your PC, you should consider using two SSDs instead of one. One way to do this is to configure the two drives in a RAID 0 array. This allows the read and write speeds of both SSDs to be combined, resulting in impressive benchmark...

Spend $20 once and stop thinking about Microsoft Office bills forever
TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows for a one-time payment of $19.97 (MSRP $229) and skip the subscription cycle while keeping access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more. Monthly software fees have a way of sticking around long after you stop thinking about them. Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for...

SAP-backed study says data readiness boosts transformation
Better managed data can lift returns on big transformation programmes, with a Forrester study finding major efficiency gains and lower costs.

Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review
An impressive feature set, lightweight and fresh sound are a good summary of the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro.

Deputy are shaping future of shift work administration
Managers in retail, hospitality and healthcare could save hours as the AI tool automates rosters and timesheets while flagging breaches.

SonicWall launches Gen 8 virtual firewall for MSPs
Small offices and branch sites now get Gen 8 protection as SonicWall expands its firewall range into cloud and hypervisor environments.

F5 says AI inference now core to business operations
Most organisations are now running AI inference in-house, with F5 warning the shift is putting security and governance under strain.

One NZ sells refurbished phones in New Zealand pilot
Customers in New Zealand can now buy lower-cost refurbished iPhones as the operator tests demand for circular phone sales.

Maytronics Dolphin Nautilus CC Supreme review: This pool cleaner kept the cord
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Very good cleaning quality. Endless run time lets you clean as often as you’d like. Ample operational mode choices. Cons Cleanup is incredibly tedious. App is slow to respond; remote control is useless. Very heavy in the water. No cord management features. Our Verdict This corded robot has good cleaning capabilities and is free from...

Anthropic to brief Financial Stability Board on cyber flaws exposed by Mythos, FT reports

US Fuels Hopes for Wider China Crop Trade, Lifting Grain Prices

Commonwealth Bank of Australia names Mary-Anne Williams as chief AI scientist

Equal1 launches rack-mounted quantum computer RacQ
The system could make hybrid quantum computing usable in existing data centres, as it runs from a standard socket and 19-inch rack.

Dataiku launches Cobuild on Snowflake for AI workflows
Enterprises can now turn plain-language prompts into governed AI workflows inside Snowflake, as Dataiku targets compliance-minded users.

Crestchic expands into Sweden to serve Nordic demand
Rising Nordic data centre demand is pushing suppliers closer to customers, with Crestchic opening a Swedish base and expanding UK production.

Instant AI answers can trivialise human intelligence, warns Royal Observatory
Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory's rich history showed the power of human knowledge and the need to avoid "dependence" on AI.

Virtual vs. physical firewalls: A practical guide for modern networks
Hybrid networks need the right mix of hardware and software firewalls to avoid bottlenecks, gaps and policy drift.

Xero launches AI bootcamp for Kiwi small businesses
Privacy worries and mistrust are slowing AI uptake among Kiwi small firms, despite 61% already using the technology, Xero says.

Freeview NextGen brings free-to-air TV to broadband
Viewers will get free-to-air channels via broadband or Wi-Fi on compatible TVs, reducing reliance on aerials and separate apps.