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Australian insurers lag global peers as AI & cyber risks surge

Australian insurers trail global peers by 6.6% in risk preparedness, struggling with AI, cyber threats and rising political pressures, PwC Australia warns.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Cartech

Karmo & Smart launch flexible novated car subscription in Australia

Karmo and Smart launch a novated car subscription in Australia, offering flexible four-month terms with all costs included in one monthly payment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Ransomware

Australian retailers face holiday surge in cyber scams & threats

Australian retailers brace for a spike in cyber scams and sophisticated attacks exploiting the busy holiday shopping season, warns cybersecurity experts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Data Protection

Acronis & OpSys launch local MDR services for Australian MSPs

Acronis partners with OpSys to launch local Managed Detection and Response services, enabling Australian MSPs to meet data sovereignty and security demands.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Identity and Access Management

Standards Australia unveils flexible online training for trades

Standards Australia launches flexible online training platform offering certified courses to help trades and technical professionals meet compliance and safety standards.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Partner Programmes

ConnectOS posts rapid growth & lands AFR Fast 100 spot again

ConnectOS ranks 37th on AFR Fast 100 for the fourth year, posting USD $66m revenue and 65% growth, expanding its offshore teams for Australian firms.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Customer Experience

Frameshop quiz helps public spot AI art amid deepfake surge

Frameshop has launched an online quiz to help users distinguish between genuine photos and AI-generated art amid rising deepfake concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Displays

LG unveils Black Friday appliance deals with up to 50% off

LG offers up to 50% off selected home appliances, TVs and monitors for Black Friday, with extra perks for members buying online in Australia until early December.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Medow Health AI secures AUD $3m to expand doctor automation

Medow Health AI has raised AUD $3m to expand its AI-powered automation of medical reports, boosting efficiency for specialist doctors in Australia and abroad.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Data Analytics

RingCentral launches AI Receptionist in Australia from AUD $62

RingCentral has launched its AI Receptionist in Australia from AUD $62 monthly, automating call handling with generative AI for businesses of all sizes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Legora expands in Australia after $150 million funding round

Legal AI firm Legora opens Sydney office and hires senior leaders after $150 million funding, boosting its Australian and APAC expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Bendigo Bank adopts Google Cloud AI to boost staff skills & security

Bendigo Bank partners with Google Cloud to harness AI and enhance cybersecurity, boosting staff skills and streamlining services for 2.9 million customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Gender diversity

Australia's gender pay gap narrows but major disparities remain

Australia's gender pay gap narrows to 21.1%, yet women earn AUD $0.789 for every dollar men make, with disparities persisting across sectors and leadership roles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

DevOps

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats ahead of Black Friday, with fraud and losses surging as online shopping peaks during the holiday sales period.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025

Security Operations Centres

Borderless CS wins Best Employer 2025 for culture focus

Borderless CS has been named Best Employer 2025 by Cyber Youth Australia for its strong culture of inclusivity, learning, and employee wellbeing in cybersecurity.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025

Law enforcement

Victoria Police use Auror tech to tackle organised retail crime

Victoria Police use Auror technology to connect retailers and law enforcement, tackling organised retail crime and leading to multiple arrests across Melbourne.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Customer Experience

Velocity points now redeemable when dining out at 3,000 venues

Velocity Frequent Flyer members in Australia can now earn and spend points when dining at over 3,000 venues via the me&u app, boosting rewards beyond flights.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025