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As surfers hit the waves off Torquay on August 17, the challenges that lie ahead for the Australian surfing industry seem as vast as the ocean itself. Among the leading names in surfing gear—Rip Curl, Quiksilver, and Billabong—there is an unmissable concern:…
Even though it misses some important features, Samsung’s Internet browser is becoming better with each update. We reported early this month that Samsung is testing a couple of features with the beta version of the browser, but there was no way to tell when…
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has extended an invitation to industry stakeholders to gather inputs on a framework for satellite gateways in India. This will facilitate the launch of satellite communication services in India. Prior to this, the…
Google is racing against the clock to get a bug fix out in time because in just three days, Chrome OS 87 is to be released on the Stable channel. Android apps have never fared well on Chrome OS and now this bug is greatly slowing down the input speeds that a…
More than 99.9 percent of Kathmandu shareholders voted to approve the outdoor-wear retailer’s acquisition of surf brand Ripcurl at a special shareholder meeting on Friday. According to the business, the acquisition’s completion is expected to occur on 31…
Wave House Sentosa is set to celebrate its 10th year anniversary with a line-up of activities and promotions – and a new home. Wave House was one of Singapore’s first integrated surfing-and-lifestyle destinations. The facility, which includes an enclosed…
Nike is considering the sale of its Hurley surfwear brand, according to a Reuters report. A general downturn in the sector has pushed other industry players within the space into significant difficulties, including rival brand Quiksilver – which filed for…
DHL Express remains committed to deliver safer beaches, by extending its partnership with Surf Life Saving Australia for another three years, till 2021. This year marks 15 years of continued support from DHL Express for Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA).…
Billabong International’s new owner Boardriders Inc is clearing the decks, appointing 17 new senior leaders that will oversee a turnaround of the company’s ailing global operations. Under the changes Billabong’s chief executive Neil Fiske will depart,…
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