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Canva unveils deep ChatGPT integration for seamless AI design
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Canva has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to streamline design workflows with AI-powered context-aware tools directly within its platform.
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NSW sets up authority & funds $80m innovation drive
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NSW launches Investment Delivery Authority and commits nearly $80m to innovation, aiming to fast-track major projects and boost tech growth by 2026.
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Chris Petzoldt departs Simon-Kucher after twenty five years
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Chris Petzoldt departs Simon-Kucher after 25 years, having established and grown its Australia-New Zealand business, to pursue new ventures.
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Amazon to invest AUD $20 billion in Australian AI expansion
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Amazon will invest AUD $20 billion to expand its Australian data centres from 2025-29, aiming to boost AI adoption and create skilled jobs nationwide.
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Ivo launches AI tools to transform contract analysis & insight
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Ivo unveils AI tools Repository and Assistant, transforming contract analysis with instant insights and up to 75% faster review for over 200 legal teams.
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AWS invites global startups to apply for AI accelerator with USD $1 million credits
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AWS invites startups worldwide to join its 2025 Generative AI Accelerator, offering up to USD $1 million in credits, mentorship, and tech support.
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Study reveals data anxiety remains high despite rising skills
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Despite rising data skills, 78% of UK professionals still face data anxiety, with 27% avoiding data tasks, reveals a global study of over 2,400 workers.
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Canva leverages Snowflake to scale B2B growth & personalisation
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Canva uses Snowflake AI Data Cloud to accelerate B2B growth, personalise user experiences, and support global expansion with over 230 million monthly users.
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Exclusive: Real Time's Ellis Taylor on using AI to enhance recruitment, not replace it
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Ellis Taylor of Real Time Australia says AI should enhance, not replace, human connection in recruitment, focusing on specialist roles and empathy.
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Dropbox Dash updated with smarter search & AI tools in Australia
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Dropbox Dash introduces smarter search and AI tools in Australia, helping users find and manage workplace content across media and apps efficiently.
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Puma rolls out Workday to boost global HR & talent growth
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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PUMA has implemented Workday’s HCM solution to standardise HR processes and boost talent development across key Asia Pacific and Japan markets.
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AI marketing stacks reshape creativity across global markets
Sat, 19th Apr 2025
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Global marketing teams are reshaping strategies with AI tools; the US leads with 31.1M ChatGPT searches, while Australia and India embrace creative, design-led stacks.
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Canva launches Visual Suite 2.0 to boost creativity
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Canva has launched its Visual Suite 2.0, introducing innovative tools to enhance creativity and productivity, supporting its rapid growth and user engagement.
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NSW reveals innovation plan with AUD $27 billion target
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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The New South Wales Government has launched the NSW Innovation Blueprint 2035, targeting an investment boost of AUD $27 billion and nearly 100,000 new jobs.
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Harmony raises USD $3 million to boost AI cyber defences
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Harmony Intelligence has raised USD $3 million to enhance AI-driven cyber defence technologies, tackling the surge of AI-enabled cyber threats.
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Unihack 2025 returns with support from Logitech Australia
Sun, 9th Mar 2025
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Australia's largest student hackathon, Unihack, returns from 14-16 March 2025, backed by major sponsor Logitech, with an expected 600 participants.
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Australian firms lead in global AI adoption according to Canva
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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A recent report reveals that 81% of Australian business leaders view AI as vital to strategy, the highest globally, with 93% embracing experimentation.
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Salesforce announces USD $2.5bn AI investment in Australia
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Salesforce has unveiled a USD $2.5 billion investment in AI for Australia over five years, enhancing workforce skills and boosting sustainability initiatives.
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Exclusive: How Constant Contact is empowering small businesses
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Constant Contact continues to empower small businesses with tailored marketing solutions, leveraging AI to enhance efforts for over 500,000 customers globally.
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HubSpot & Canva join forces to streamline design processes
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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HubSpot and Canva have teamed up to enhance efficiency for small and medium-sized businesses by integrating Canva's design tools within HubSpot's platform.