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Regulated sectors & legal teams tipped to lead AI 2026

Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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Heavily regulated sectors and in-house legal teams are set to spearhead enterprise AI in 2026, turning compliance into a competitive edge.
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How to fix your data centre's credibility problem

Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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Data centres can't PR their way out of scrutiny; only clear, consistent brands will rebuild trust in power-hungry infrastructure.
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Fraud expert warns FCA Firm Checker will not stop scams

Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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A leading fraud expert says the FCA's new Firm Checker will boost transparency but leave sophisticated social engineering scams largely untouched.
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Energy efficiency in buildings tops global priorities

Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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physical security
Energy efficiency in buildings has surged to the top of global infrastructure agendas as organisations chase decarbonisation and lower costs.
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Non-profits plan AI push but lag on back-office reform

Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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Non-profits rush to embed AI in strategy, but new research shows manual workflows and fragmented systems threaten to blunt the benefits.
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Explainer: Australia's public sector AI opportunity

Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
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data protection
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smart cities
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surveillance
Australia's vast public sector is turning to AI to boost efficiency, cut costs and improve services, while navigating strict ethical safeguards.
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Sage predicts trust & agentic AI will reshape channel

Sat, 20th Dec 2025
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Sage's Gretchen O'Hara says trust and agentic AI will determine which channel partners win, grow and keep customers by 2026.
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The rise and impact of AI in Biotechnology and Healthcare

Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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AI is reshaping biotech and healthcare, speeding drug discovery and diagnostics as the market for AI in biotech surges toward USD $11.4 billion.
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Exclusive: KuCoin's James Pinch on regulation pivot

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Crypto exchange KuCoin is opening a Sydney HQ, ramping up local hiring and regulation-first products as it chases Australian growth.
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Io.net unveils dynamic token model for DePIN AI GPUs

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Io.net unveils a dynamic token model to tie IDE rewards to real AI GPU usage after processing over $20m in decentralised compute leases.
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AI bubble cools as HR shifts to outcomes & new roles

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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document management
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data analytics
AI boom gives way to realism as HR chases measurable outcomes, new AI chiefs emerge and skills outshine headcount in 2026 strategies.
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Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.
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K-Towers, PowerX bring AI to remote Pacific mobile towers

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
K-Towers and PowerX deploy AI-powered monitoring at ultra-remote Papua New Guinea mobile towers, cutting field visits and boosting uptime.
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Cardano Foundation appoints Stephen Wood as Chief Financial Officer

Sat, 6th Dec 2025
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transparency
The Cardano Foundation has appointed Stephen Wood as CFO to lead financial strategy and risk management for the Swiss blockchain organisation.
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4 real AI shifts that will define procurement in 2026

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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By 2026, AI will transform procurement with specialised models, transparent governance, autonomous agents, and new security standards boosting trust and efficiency.
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AI set to reshape customer trust, transparency & service by 2026

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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By 2026, AI will transform customer service with firms mandated to disclose AI use, boost transparency, and balance trust and security in interactions.
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Australia's AI plan criticised for business focus over safety & rights

Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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human rights
Electronic Frontiers Australia criticises the National AI Plan for favouring business interests over public safety, digital rights and calls for stronger EU-style law.
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Tech Mahindra launches AI platform for green finance compliance

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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Tech Mahindra launches i.GreenFinance, an AI-powered platform to help global financial institutions manage green loans and comply with sustainability regulations.
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OpenAI unveils ChatGPT shopping research with tailored guides

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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data privacy
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transparency
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online shopping
OpenAI introduces a ChatGPT shopping tool offering personalised guides and real-time product comparisons to aid informed buying decisions across various categories.
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Australia's crypto market is stabilising - not in price, but in maturity

Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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Australia's crypto market is maturing beyond price swings, with investors prioritising long-term strategies, trust, and strong regulation for sustainable growth.