2026 stories
Anthropic to invest USD $50 billion in new AI data centres in Texas and New York, creating 3,200 jobs and boosting US computing infrastructure by 2026.
In 2026, AI projects will face tough ROI demands and governance scrutiny, forcing firms to prioritise measurable results and responsible innovation.
Jason Disborough will become Chief Commercial Officer for Aon Pacific in 2026, leading commercial strategy and client engagement across Australia and New Zealand.
AMD powers 40% of the world's top ten supercomputers, including El Capitan and Frontier, driving advances in AI and energy-efficient HPC globally.
SAP has made a massive overhaul of its learning offering, making content free and revamping certifications to focus on practical skills.
In 2025, tech firms shift marketing focus from volume to clarified strategies, stronger positioning and executive-led messaging for greater commercial impact.
New research reveals 75% of firms see revenue growth from digital accessibility, linking it to improved user experience, customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
Visa has expanded its Intelligent Commerce framework in Asia Pacific, introducing new AI-driven payment security protocols for agentic commerce starting early 2026.
Therappai launches AI video therapy platform offering 24/7 access to virtual therapists, supporting CBT, DBT, and mindfulness for mental health care.
Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.
Dubai International Arbitration Centre launches DANA digital platform to streamline case management and enhance transparency in dispute resolution from January 2026.
Nearly half of Australians now prioritise pay rises over flexibility, with job loyalty rising amid economic uncertainty and work stress in 2026.
By 2026, AI will empower individuals with hacker tools rivaling nation-states, radically transforming cyber threats and defences worldwide.
New Zealand firms face rising cyber risks as attackers exploit weak controls; experts urge urgent steps to boost defences and test incident plans.
Every six minutes, a business faces a $4.17m cyber-attack; for Australian firms, investing in cybersecurity is now critical to avoid ruin.
KuCoin has launched a new Sydney headquarters and appointed James Pinch as Australian MD to boost local crypto industry growth and security.
Kani Payments appoints Andrew Wingfield as Head of Strategic Solutions to enhance safeguarding features ahead of FCA's 2026 regulatory changes.
Openreach trials MicroBORE, a robotic trenchless drilling system, to speed up fibre broadband rollout while cutting disruption and costs across the UK.
Orient Technologies' Q2 revenue rose 22.25% to INR 272.80 crore (USD $32.8m), driven by robust services growth and key contracts in IT infrastructure and cloud.
Advanced AI and automation are rendering traditional accounts payable obsolete, with CFOs now leading the shift to faster, more secure, data-driven finance processes.