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Denodo University Challenge opens for global AI & data contest
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The Denodo University Challenge invites global students to develop AI solutions for real-world social and economic issues, with registration open until 16 November.
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Contractor & consulting roles surge as global hiring shifts
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Contractor and consulting roles surge globally, with Oyster reporting a 46% rise in contractor engagements and a tenfold increase in consulting hires in 2024.
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Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges
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Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.
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UK CEOs delay investments as trade worries reshape strategy
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UK CEOs are delaying investments and reshaping strategies amid trade uncertainties, with 83% postponing plans due to recent tariff changes, finds EY survey.
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SugarCRM integrates sales-i to boost sales efficiency & insights
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SugarCRM integrates sales-i with Sugar Sell to help sales teams uncover revenue opportunities and enhance performance amid economic challenges.
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Anetac launches Human Link Pro to combat access risk with AI
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Anetac launches Human Link Pro, unifying human and non-human identity management with AI to combat rising security risks amid workforce shifts globally.
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Cost of living & supply chain woes top retail concerns
Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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Retailers name the cost of living crisis their biggest challenge in 2025, with 56% citing it as the main concern amid economic uncertainty, says Fluent Commerce.
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Qantas & Airbus invest AUD $15m in climate tech fund
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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Qantas and Airbus have committed AUD $15 million to Climate Tech Partners, aiming to boost sustainable aviation fuel and decarbonisation tech in aviation.
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European display market faces falling prices in 2025
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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The European Large Format Display market is struggling as unit sales and prices dip, despite higher shipments; education sector saturation is a key factor.
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Business travellers opt for earlier hotel bookings, study finds
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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A report reveals that business travellers are booking hotels earlier, with average lead times rising to 17.35 days in late 2024, up nearly 7% from 2023.
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SDEC and Kintone Southeast Asia advance digital adoption in Malaysia
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation and Kintone Southeast Asia have enhanced their partnership to boost digital adoption among Malaysia's SMEs, crucial for economic growth.
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Office gifting trends shift amid rising living costs
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Workplace gifting is evolving as living costs rise, with fewer colleagues contributing but higher average amounts per gift, reports GroupTogether.
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Anchor raises USD $20m to transform SMB invoice process
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Anchor has successfully raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to combat late payments for U.S. small businesses, boosting growth and efficiency.
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Kantar reveals rise in UK ad-supported streaming tiers
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Kantar's latest report reveals a surge in ad-supported streaming subscriptions in the UK, rising to 31% amid changing viewer habits and economic pressures.
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Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.
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ScotlandIS outlines 2025 trends in AI, remote work, security
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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ScotlandIS predicts a surge in AI skills demand and hybrid working models for 2025, despite economic hurdles, with a push for greener data centres.
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NVIDIA opens Vietnam R&D centre to boost AI innovation
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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NVIDIA has unveiled its inaugural research and development centre in Vietnam, a significant step in enhancing the country's artificial intelligence landscape.
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CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.
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Accept Cards launches SME-focused cash deposit solution
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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Accept Cards has launched Accept Cash, an innovative solution for SMEs enabling same-day cash deposits amid rising bank branch closures in the UK.
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LG Electronics posts record Q3 revenue despite challenges
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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LG Electronics has achieved record third-quarter revenue of AUD $24.23 billion amidst ongoing global economic challenges.