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Intlife Smart Home, a Malaysia-based green tech startup founded by CEO Kok Huang, is focused on combatting energy wastage in residential and commercial properties by providing energy-efficient solutions. Through IoT sensors and AI-driven energy management systems, the company optimizes energy consumption, cutting costs and reducing carbon footprints. With plans to expand regionally and contribute to Malaysia's net-zero emissions goal by 2050, intlife is positioning itself as a leader in energy efficiency and sustainability. Full Article

CF Montreal defender Joel Waterman signed a three-year contract extension through the 2027 season, with an option for 2028. Club president Gabriel Gervais praised Waterman's growth and leadership, expecting him to play a key role in achieving team goals. The 28-year-old British Columbia native has scored four goals and 11 assists in 112 career matches with CF Montreal and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue with the club. Full Article

The Albanese government declined to join a new U.S.-U.K. nuclear technology agreement, leading to controversy as Australia was initially included but later removed from the list of signatories. Australia, not having a nuclear energy industry, will remain an observer in the AUKUS alliance for nuclear-powered submarines. Opposition leader Peter Dutton criticized the decision, while Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles raised concerns about potential cost increases if Australia pursued nuclear energy. Full Article

Synergy Marine Group, along with shipowners Eastern Pacific Shipping, Seaspan, Capital Shipping, and CoolCo, has adopted autonomous vegetable-growing technology onboard ships using Agwa's AI-directed cultivation devices to enhance sustainability and crew wellbeing. The Synergy-managed suezmax tanker Effie Maersk has been utilizing Agwa units since September, producing up to four bowls of fresh salad per week and herbs for seasoning. Synergy plans to expand the use of these grower units across its managed fleet of over...

The gender pay gap in Australia has slightly narrowed, with women earning on average A$28,425 less than men annually, according to a government report. The total gender pay gap decreased to 21.8%, with more than half of employers addressing the pay disparity. Low-paid workers, especially in aged care, saw wage increases, but female CEOs still earn A$158,632 less than their male counterparts. Full Article

IMG has released its Digital Trends Report 2025, outlining the key technologies and innovations set to shape the sports media landscape in the upcoming year. The report highlights the shift towards dual-screen engagement, the rise of wearable technology, and the importance of personalized AI-driven experiences. Additionally, it ranks the top 12 third-party media platforms for the sports industry, emphasizing audience behaviors and commercial potential, with YouTube emerging as the leading digital partner. Full Article