Australian economy stories
Exclusive: How Aus3C is strengthening data security through new framework initiative
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data protection
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The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is launching a Voluntary Data Classification Framework to bolster cybersecurity and assist businesses, especially SMEs.
HubSpot study shows rising costs as key issue for Aussie firms
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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A HubSpot study reveals 40% of Australian firms cite rising costs as their main challenge, alongside data security and intense competition, complicating operations and growth.
How integrating AI and ERP will transform manufacturing
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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erp
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genai
Integrating AI with ERP systems is set to transform Australian manufacturing by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving long-term growth, potentially adding up to AUD $315 billion to the economy by 2028.
Australia’s National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.
Cloudera brings Data-in-Motion products to Red Hat OpenShift
Thu, 9th May 2024
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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open source
Cloudera is one of the first to offer operator and commercial support for running Apache NiFI data flows on Red Hat OpenShift, aiding digital transformation in Australia.
Gen AI worth $115bn to Australia's economy but hurdles remain, says study
Wed, 8th May 2024
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ai models
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strategy
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data management
Despite 97% of Australian C-suite IT leaders using Gen AI, hurdles include sourcing, protecting and preparing data, with calls for a Chief AI Officer to manage challenges.
Innovative BANE platform set to fortify Australia's fight against cybercrime
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
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oracle
Australian and US researchers partner with Oracle to develop BANE, a pioneering platform leveraging AI to combat the escalating cybercrimes such as child exploitation, relieving law enforcement burdens.
Australians underestimate Generative AI's impact on jobs, study shows
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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edutech
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genai
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Many Australian workers underestimate the influence of Generative AI on their roles, despite evidence that 86% of occupations will be affected, suggests RMIT Online and Deloitte Access Economics data.
KPMG, Stone & Chalk launch third Future Technology programme
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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guidance
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stone & chalk
KPMG Australia and Stone and Chalk launch new instalment of their Future Technology Program, leveraging start-ups to promote innovative workforce technologies.
Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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godaddy
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revenue management
GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.
Addressing the 4 key challenges of designing a data and AI strategy
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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multi-cloud
Business leaders adopting a data-first strategy face the challenge of meeting customer demands for newer technology while adhering to stricter data security and regulatory requirements, requiring a modern data and AI cloud platform for secure, compliant operations.
Australia sees promising future in generative AI – GitHub
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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GitHub predicts a strategic shift in 2024 leveraging generative AI in Australian businesses following a 231% surge in public AI projects in 2023.
Unleashing migrant tech talent to combat Australia's skills gap
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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skills gap
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australian economy
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migrants
A guide by Settlement Services International and the Australian Computer Society reveals how migrant tech talent could help Australia address its 60,000 strong tech skills deficit.
Australian frontline workers prioritise safety over higher pay, report finds
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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safety
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australian economy
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safetyculture
The third annual Feedback from the Field report reveals that Australian frontline workers value safety over higher pay.
New Space technology: Critical element in Australia's climate change response
Tue, 29th Aug 2023
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spacetech
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cleantech
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cloud services
As extreme weather events become Australia's harsh new norm, innovative satellite technology offers hope for better disaster preparedness and response.
Sports events boost business, fuel innovation and economic growth
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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sports
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sportstech
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australian economy
Cancellation of Commonwealth Games a missed opportunity for local sportstech businesses, says Australian journalist.
Industry veteran becomes Chairman of Cloudfloat Board
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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board of directors
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australian economy
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banking
Bob McKinnon, a veteran of the financial services industry, has become the new chairman of Cloudfloat, a platform providing cash flow for small businesses.
Great Resignation could severely impact Australian economy
Tue, 3rd May 2022
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fintech
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erp
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finance, leasing & rental
Great Resignation poses major risk to Australia's services sector & economy, but can also be turned into an opportunity, says DyFlex Solutions.
Skill Finder adds 20 new Career Pathways to support Aus economic recovery
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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martech
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adobe
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skills gap
Skill Finder launches 20 new Career Pathways to meet demand for skilled workers in data analytics, digital marketing, and UX design.
MYOB highlights links between digitisation and Australia's economy
Tue, 11th May 2021
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fintech
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financial systems
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accounting systems
Small businesses in Australia are failing to digitise, costing the nation's economy $10 billion, according to MYOB.