Australia (Australian) stories - Page 7

Australia's cyber sector grows amid increasing attack risks
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digital transformation
A new report reveals Australia's cyber security sector thrived amid rising attack threats, generating AUD $6.13 billion in revenue and employing over 137,000 people.

Australians lose AUD $500 annually due to dishonour fees
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payment technologies
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consumer rights
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gocardless
New research reveals that Australians face annual charges of up to AUD $500 in dishonour fees from banks and platforms, worsening financial stress for many.

Exclusive: How WorldFirst’s new World Card offers SMEs a cost-saving edge
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financial systems
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payment technologies
WorldFirst's new World Card, launched in Australia, helps SMEs cut cross-border payment costs with no FX fees and 1% cashback across 210 countries.

Quanton appoints Chris Wyman to lead Australia growth push
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Quanton appoints Chris Wyman as Head of Growth in Australia to boost AI and automation services, aiding businesses in saving five million hours annually.

Semperis appoints Sillars to lead Asia Pacific expansion
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Semperis appoints Gerry Sillars as VP for Asia Pacific and Japan to spearhead expansion amid triple-digit growth and a $100m+ revenue milestone.

AMTA urges government to prioritise mobile network reforms
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digital economy
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digital infrastructure
The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association urges government action on spectrum, infrastructure and disaster resilience to bolster Australia's digital economy.

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE range with AI in Australia
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ai
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telstra
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE+ in Australia with AI features, from AUD $849, offering enhanced performance and a larger display for productivity and leisure.

Exclusive: How Netskope built a high-growth culture across APAC
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cloud security
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hcm
Netskope's rapid rise in APAC is credited to patience and cultural investment, as the firm now transforms cloud security growth across the region.

Menulog launches AI Assistant to simplify food ordering
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Menulog has launched an AI Assistant in Australia to personalise food orders, recommend meals, and simplify dining choices via chat.

Anker SOLIX launches full home energy portfolio in Australia
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storage
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smart home
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power / energy
Anker SOLIX launches full range of home energy solutions in Australia, including durable storage systems and portable power stations for sustainable power independence.

Citation Group acquires foundU to strengthen SME services
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risk & compliance
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management
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workforce technology
Citation Group has acquired Brisbane-based foundU to boost its workforce management services for Australian SMEs, enhancing compliance and payroll solutions.

Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use
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fintech
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blockchain
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payment technologies
Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.

Australian firms grow wary of AI yet boost digital focus
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digital transformation
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ai
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cleantech
Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.

Gen Z in Australia spend more dining out as Boomers cut back
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supply chain & logistics
Research from Square reveals younger Australians, especially Gen Z, are dining out and spending more, while older generations cut back amid cost-of-living pressures.

Boost Mobile spotlights coverage, value in new AUD $300 plan
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uc
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telstra
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broadband
Boost Mobile launches Get On A Network That Cuts It campaign, highlighting its Telstra-backed coverage and value to challenge Australian mobile users.

Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government
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servicenow
A new study reveals 57% of Australians say better government customer service could sway their vote, with 9.8 million hours spent on hold to agencies in 2024.

AI & personalisation drive new luxury demand in Aussie dining
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data analytics
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martech
Research shows 65% of Australian restaurants use AI to enhance personalisation, boost efficiency, and meet rising consumer expectations in hospitality.

Rippling & Loop join forces to enhance HR in Australia
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partner programmes
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workforce management
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business strategy
Rippling has partnered with Loop Business Consulting to enhance HR processes for Australia's small and medium-sized enterprises, tackling payroll errors and compliance risks.

Tech leaders join Vinnies CEO Sleepout for homelessness aid
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it industry
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charity
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csr
Leaders from the IT sector are set to join the Vinnies CEO Sleepout on 19 June 2025, raising funds to support homelessness services in Australia.

AI drives data centre sustainability across the globe
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ai
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cleantech
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seagate
Seagate's latest report reveals that 86.7% of Australian data centre professionals anticipate significant sustainability in five years, outpacing global figures.