Australian stories

Australian firms face rising AI-powered cyberattacks threat
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Australian businesses face rising AI-driven cyberattacks as criminals use machine learning and deepfakes, urging firms to adopt advanced cybersecurity measures.

Element Robotics advances LunarSim platform for lunar & Earth missions
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Element Robotics' LunarSim, a digital twin platform for lunar missions, advances in Propel-AIR, aiming to cut costs and boost testing on Earth and the Moon.

Prime Day grows in Australia as shoppers hunt value & savings
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Prime Day in Australia gains momentum as shoppers seek bargains amid rising living costs, with retailers leveraging discounts and omnichannel strategies for growth.

Ben Bach appointed NSW Practice Director at HR Crowd for ANZ
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HR Crowd appoints Ben Bach as NSW Practice Director to strengthen regional leadership and client engagement across Australia and New Zealand.

monday.com launches AI features for non-technical Aussie workers
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monday.com unveils AI features monday magic, vibe, and sidekick, empowering non-technical Aussie workers to automate tasks and boost productivity easily.

Experian & Stryd boost broker insights with open banking data
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Experian and Stryd have teamed up to offer Australian mortgage brokers enhanced client insights using open banking data and product pricing.

Deel unveils AI payroll upgrades, new pay features for NZ staff
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Deel unveils AI payroll upgrades and new pay features in New Zealand to ease onboarding, payroll, and empower employees with early wage access and clearer payslips.

Huawei Watch GT 5 Series launches in Australia, from AUD $289
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Huawei's Watch GT 5 Series launches in Australia from AUD $289, offering up to 14 days battery, advanced health tracking, and rugged design features.

Brainfish raises USD $6.4m to expand AI support tech in US & globally
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Brainfish has raised USD $6.4m to expand its AI-powered customer support technology, establish a US HQ, and grow its global market presence.

Deel rolls out payroll & AI upgrades for Aussie firms worldwide
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Deel launches AI upgrades and pay flexibility tools, enabling Australian firms to streamline global payroll and access international talent with ease.

HammerTech launches AI tools to streamline construction safety admin
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HammerTech launches HammerTech Intelligence, AI tools designed to automate construction site safety admin and provide real-time insights for contractors.

Smartsheet boosts AI platform & grows Australian presence
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Smartsheet enhances its AI work management platform with new features and expands its presence in Australia to better support enterprise teams.

Bitcoin hits record high as stability, trust drive investor shift
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Bitcoin surges to a record USD $112,000 as investors favour stability and trust, with stablecoins surpassing USD $250 billion amid market shifts.

Australian organisations urged to prioritise reskilling as AI reshapes jobs
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With AI reshaping roles, Australian firms are urged to boost reskilling as 44% of staff now prioritise professional development over other benefits.

Digimune & AnyTech365 launch 24/7 tech support for Australians
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Digimune partners with AnyTech365 to offer 24/7 multilingual IT support across Australia, boosting tech help and new revenue for local partners.

Fraud, friction, and the future: Prioritising trust in a high-stakes market
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A major Australian financial institution lost A$23m from unauthorised transactions, prompting a nationwide push to prioritise trust and fraud prevention in 2024.

AI in the workplace: Hype, hesitation and what’s actually happening
2 days ago
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A survey of 864 ANZ leaders reveals AI's hype often outpaces reality, with many firms stuck without clear strategy amid security and job concerns.

Kore.ai & 8people team up to drive AI adoption in Australia
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Kore.ai and Melbourne-based 8people partner to boost AI adoption in Australian enterprises, combining tech and ethical frameworks for business transformation.

Hisense launches 116-inch Mini-LED TV in Australia at AUD $39,999
3 days ago
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Hisense unveils Australia's largest consumer TV, a 116-inch Mini-LED priced at AUD $39,999, featuring cutting-edge RGB Mini-LED tech and premium audio.

Manual certificate management costs Australian firms over USD $250,000
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Manual management of digital certificates costs Australian firms over USD $250,000, causing outages, compliance failures, and reputational damage amid digital growth.