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Mining supervisors could get faster on-site answers as MaxMine's MAXI assistant turns fleet data into voice queries, shift notes and alerts.
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Private capital firms could cut days of manual reconciliation as Carta opens Claude plugins to more than 1,500 customers.
Constructiv & Duda launch AI lead-routing websites
Missed construction enquiries could fall as supplier sites now redirect unanswered leads to verified rivals within seconds, cutting delays and lost work.
Furniture Trader revenue rises 30% to more than AUD $30m
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Australian fintechs warn of tougher AI & payments scrutiny
Rising regulatory pressure could force banks, merchants and payment firms to tighten controls on AI and card costs as Australia reforms payments.
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Australia's net zero goal faces fresh strain as billions flow into data centres that could lift power demand, water use and emissions.
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Growing online fraud and counterfeits are pushing brand protection into the boardroom as Corsearch appoints Todd Morris as Chief Executive Officer.
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