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SOUTHSTART 2026 brings global tech & culture to SA

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SOUTHSTART 2026 will bring OpenAI, Canva, Derek Sivers and Peter Helliar to Adelaide for a three-day tech, climate and culture forum.
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LRN earns global recognition for financial services courses

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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LRN has earned global accreditations for its financial services compliance courses from CISI, IBF Singapore and The CPD Certification Service.
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Cricut partners with Indigenous artists to support NAIDOC Week

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Cricut partners with three Indigenous artists to launch designs for NAIDOC Week, donating all proceeds to Indigenous charities supporting culture and literacy.
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Crunchyroll & Spotify partner to enhance anime music experience

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Crunchyroll partners with Spotify to launch curated anime music playlists, enriching fans' experience. Global anime music streams on Spotify have surged by 395% since 2021.
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Interactive appoints Alex Coates as new CEO from 2025

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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Alex Coates has been appointed CEO of Interactive, effective 28 January 2025, set to steer the firm's growth in Cloud, Cyber, and Systems sectors.
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Infinigate Group invests in Wavelink to expand into ANZ market

Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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Infinigate has invested in Wavelink, securing a majority stake and cementing its entry into the ANZ market while enabling Wavelink to operate autonomously.
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Megantic wins three major awards at Global Agency Awards

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Megantic triumphed at the Global Agency Awards, winning Best Agency Culture, Best eCommerce Agency, and Best SEO Agency, underscoring its dedication to excellence.
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Metropolis launches new .metropolis Web3 domains with Unstoppable

Wed, 22nd May 2024
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Metropolis, a bustling SocialFi network with 400+ creators and brands, unveils user-owned digital identities via .metropolis Web3 domains in partnership with Unstoppable Domains.
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Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice

Fri, 3rd May 2024
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Data Democratisation offers the potential for self-service solutions, but risks of misuse call for a careful balance between user empowerment and proper data management practices.
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Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Despite the proven benefits, the untapped potential of data and AI within the mining industry remains overlooked due to traditional mindset, uncertain ROI and a lack of skills and expertise.
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Nuix warns lack of diversity in AI is leading to biased outcomes

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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Software provider Nuix raises concerns over the lack of diversity in AI coding, affirming the lack can lead to biased data and flawed AI outcomes.
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IWD 2024: The lessons I've learned from a life on the move

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Mexican-born tech exec Brenda Lazcano shares her journey from Mexico to Australia, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion in the tech industry.
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IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, women are urged to harness moments of vulnerability and change to drive personal and professional growth, challenging fears and embracing innovation.
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IWD 2024: Why Female Technology Leaders Should Embrace a 'Yes, And' Mindset

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The 'Yes, And' view challenges female tech leaders to embrace their multidimensional identities, celebrating professional success while nurturing personal endeavours.
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IWD 2024: Seats at the table: How leaders can inspire inclusion at every level

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Business leaders are urged to inspire inclusivity by taking proactive steps and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion beyond the aspirational, in light of International Women's Day theme.
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Charlotte Roberts named new Chief People Officer at The IN Group

Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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Global recruitment company, The IN Group, confirms Charlotte Roberts as their new Chief People Officer to cultivate employee engagement and guide global people strategy.
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Jane Robinson appointed as Avocado Consulting's new COO

Mon, 12th Feb 2024
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Avocado Consulting bolsters senior leadership with arrival of industry veteran, Jane Robinson, as new COO, aligning with the firm's 20th anniversary.
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Syniti appoints Craig Ayers as new Chief People Officer

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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Enterprise data management leader Syniti hires co-founder of experience design consultancy Journey, Craig Ayers, as Chief People Officer to lead HR and nurture the firm's inclusive culture.
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Natalie Legg becomes A23's CEO in strategic leadership reshuffle

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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Natalie Legg named CEO of A23 in leadership shake-up aimed at improving diversity and driving growth.
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Australian businesses struggling with AI readiness

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Just 5% of Australian businesses are fully prepared to utilise AI in their operations, a report by Cisco reveals.