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CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024
EduTech

CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024

The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles
Digital Transformation

Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles

Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Litera acquires Office & Dragons to boost legal tech
Generative AI

Litera acquires Office & Dragons to boost legal tech

Litera has acquired Office & Dragons to enhance its legal tech offerings, leveraging automation and AI to improve document workflows for legal professionals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model
Blockchain

Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model

New Zealand firm Orb360 is set to enter the Australian market, employing a unique model that pairs Kiwi accountants with counterparts in India.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
AI tools reshape Australian job search amidst ethics debate
Artificial Intelligence

AI tools reshape Australian job search amidst ethics debate

A Capterra study reveals 73% of Australian job seekers use AI tools to enhance employability, sparking ethical concerns amid a competitive market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Half of Aussie tech staff may work remotely from holidays
Hybrid & Remote Work

Half of Aussie tech staff may work remotely from holidays

A survey reveals half of Australian tech workers may work remotely from holiday spots, with 17% already doing so without employer notification.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Australian leaders struggle with collaboration inefficiency
Unified Communications

Australian leaders struggle with collaboration inefficiency

A study reveals that ineffective collaboration costs Australian organisations over USD $16,000 per manager each year, impacting productivity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Global Stories

Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years
Artificial Intelligence

Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years

A global survey reveals over half of businesses predict AI will replace 10% of job roles in the next five years, signalling significant workforce shifts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Surprising trends in AI job postings across Australia
Data Analytics

Surprising trends in AI job postings across Australia

A new analysis reveals that job postings mentioning Generative AI have tripled in Australia, highlighting varied adoption trends across sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
'My job found me!' - recruitment reinvented for the future
Recruitment

'My job found me!' - recruitment reinvented for the future

A revolutionary shift in recruitment technology is transforming the job market, empowering candidates to say, 'A job came looking for me!'.

By David Holland • 5 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Scott Armul promoted to EVP at Vertiv for 2025
Artificial Intelligence

Scott Armul promoted to EVP at Vertiv for 2025

Vertiv has promoted Scott Armul to Executive Vice President of Global Portfolio and Business Units, effective 1 January 2025, to lead growth strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Deel expands global visa support for digital nomads
Payment Technologies

Deel expands global visa support for digital nomads

Deel has expanded its immigration support for digital nomads, offering visa assistance across nine countries to streamline global employment processes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration
Quantum Computing

UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration

The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders
Financial Systems

Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders

A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Singapore workers embrace AI but fear revealing usage
Artificial Intelligence

Singapore workers embrace AI but fear revealing usage

A Slack report reveals 52% of Singaporean workers use AI, yet 45% are hesitant to disclose this, fearing perceptions of incompetence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Dec 2024
ScotlandIS launches 2025 tech industry survey for insights
Digital Transformation

ScotlandIS launches 2025 tech industry survey for insights

ScotlandIS has launched its annual Technology Industry survey, seeking insights from the tech sector to inform its 2025 report amidst ongoing challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Exclusive: New Randstad NZ director aims to tackle recruitment challenges
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: New Randstad NZ director aims to tackle recruitment challenges

Sarah Bills, the new Randstad NZ director, aims to confront recruitment challenges amid economic shifts and a growing focus on diversity in the sector.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024