Australian banks cut business card rewards & perks
about 5 hours agoBusinesses using credit cards are losing insurance, longer grace periods and reward value as major lenders trim perks amid card reforms.
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MYOB widens AI BAS beta to Australian small employers
The update adds payroll-linked compliance checks for an estimated 920,000 Australian small businesses as MYOB trials the tool with employers.
Cleanaway taps Macquarie Telecom for SD-WAN overhaul
More than 350 Cleanaway sites will gain steadier communications as the waste group replaces legacy infrastructure, with 25 locations already live.
Data unlocking the 'most under-rated safety control'
Procurement choices can shape workplace risk long before a worker arrives on site, as Australia's safety experts warn of gaps in visibility.
Linfox takes delivery of Australia's first Airbus H160
The twin-engine model will support corporate flights across Australia as Linfox becomes the country's first operator of the Airbus H160.
TCL launches VoxIN smart air conditioner range in Australia
Households facing summer power bills could save up to 37% as TCL adds voice-controlled cooling to its Australian appliance range.
Australia hiring gap leaves roles unfilled, revenue hit
Most Australian businesses are losing revenue as vacancies linger for 5.8 months on average, a survey has found.
Data centre influx applies pressure on AU emissions targets
Australia's net zero goal faces fresh strain as billions flow into data centres that could lift power demand, water use and emissions.
Editor Interviews
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Confluent: Data architecture gap impairing AI ambitions
Older systems may leave Australian firms unable to meet CDR demands, while modern data architecture is becoming crucial for real-time AI use.
Yesterday
AI transforms CX to go beyond the chatbot
Consumers now expect faster, more automated support as AI agents handle complex customer journeys, though many firms still struggle to prove ROI.
Last week
The Aussie AI Data Centre debate: profit, power & public trust
Australia's AI boom could add GBP £58 billion, but energy shortages, bubble fears and local backlash are clouding the data centre rush.
This month
Datadog targets enterprise risk with AI and automation
Australian enterprises are under pressure to tame AI-driven complexity, compliance risk and rising technology costs as Datadog broadens its platform.
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The Next E-commerce Interface May Not Be a Screen
As AI agents begin handling purchases and deliveries, retailers face tougher questions over identity, authorisation and trust.
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Opinion: Yes, AI is coming for your job
Workers in education and public service are confronting strikes and shrinking demand as AI starts replacing tasks once done by people.
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Smart travel, strong ROI: How to build a profitable business travel culture
Almost all Chief Financial Officers say business travel aids growth, but firms are under pressure to prove every trip earns its keep.
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The Hidden Data Quality Risks of Holding Data for Too Long
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CISO-CFO alignment key as cyber insurance market shifts
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When temperatures rise, supply chains feel the heat
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Why Email and Phone Append Matter for Prescreen Campaigns
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Australians decorate for Christmas earlier, survey finds
Festive spending is shifting earlier, with nearly 8.8 million Australian adults who celebrate Christmas decorating before December, a survey found.
CertIndex tops 120 verified MSP members in Australasia
Procurement teams in Australia and New Zealand now have a verified source for checking MSP ISO claims, after seven applications were rejected.
AWS adds OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra to Bedrock for business
Businesses can now run OpenAI's latest frontier model on AWS without managing infrastructure, as Bedrock gains access to GPT-6 Astra.
Probe Group wins ISO 42001 AI certification across brands
Clients in regulated sectors may benefit from lower AI compliance risk after Probe Group completed independent certification across all its brands.
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Features Editor
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Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
UiPath named Gartner IDP leader for second year running
The recognition underscores how document processing now sits at the centre of enterprise AI, as firms seek reliable data to automate workflows.
Today
Nozomi Networks wins Gartner customer choice again
Growing demand for industrial cyber security tools has helped Nozomi retain the only second straight Gartner Peer Insights customer award in its category.
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TP wins Frost & Sullivan Asia-Pacific customer service award
AI-driven service delivery and stronger client results helped TP secure Frost & Sullivan's top Asia-Pacific customer experience honour.
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Infios named a leader in IDC transportation systems
The ranking underscores growing demand for systems that can cut freight costs and react faster to disruption across strained supply chains.
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