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Data Army unveils new dataset for property market insights
Unified Communications

Data Army unveils new dataset for property market insights

Data Army has launched the Australia Post Movers Statistics dataset on Snowflake, aiding real estate firms in strategic planning and decision-making with enriched data insights.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges
Unified Communications

AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges

AI brings transformative potential to Australia's manufacturing sector, but challenges remain in tech capabilities and data management that must be addressed.

By James Schwarz • 4 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
AI, skills gaps, security and startups: Tech experts react to 24-25 fed budget
Generative AI

AI, skills gaps, security and startups: Tech experts react to 24-25 fed budget

AI, cybersecurity, and tech skills dominate the 2024—25 Federal Budget, but experts say more support for startups is essential for long-term innovation.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
EduTech

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats

Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat
Unified Communications

Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat

Australia's healthcare sector faces an increase in potentially fatal ransomware attacks, highlighting the importance of prioritised cybersecurity amidst digital transformation.

By Matthew Lowe • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Alphinity & CSIRO launch Responsible AI framework for investing
Artificial Intelligence

Alphinity & CSIRO launch Responsible AI framework for investing

Alphinity Investment Management and Australia's CSIRO develop Responsible AI framework to bridge gap between AI sector investments and traditional ESG principles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution
Fintech

Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution

In a strategic partnership, small business platform Xero invests USD $25 million in shift work platform Deputy to offer comprehensive business solutions, integrating the companies' accounting, payroll, and workforce management systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Global Stories

Investment stories

Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows
Fintech

Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
IT modernisation spending to rise by 30% due to AI investment
Generative AI

IT modernisation spending to rise by 30% due to AI investment

UK businesses are set to ramp up IT modernisation spending by nearly 30% in 2024, with a hefty focus placed on investing in artificial intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Cognizant's Bluebolt programme boosts client savings by $150m in a year
Cognizant

Cognizant's Bluebolt programme boosts client savings by $150m in a year

Cognizant's Bluebolt programme is reportedly reshaping tech investment, driving an estimated $150m in annualised client savings and fostering over 130,000 solutions within its first year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Seeing Machines announces major automotive program extension
Investment

Seeing Machines announces major automotive program extension

Canberra's Seeing Machines is set to invest $26m in the expansion of its partnership with a North American OEM, widening its initial programme to include 19 vehicle models marketed globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
STACK Infrastructure plans 220MW tech campus in Dallas
Hyperscale

STACK Infrastructure plans 220MW tech campus in Dallas

STACK Infrastructure reveals plans for a 220MW technology campus in Dallas, underlining its dedication to fulfilling rising tech infrastructure demand globally.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

UK establishes new independent Semiconductor Institute
EduTech

UK establishes new independent Semiconductor Institute

The UK Government has unveiled plans to create an independent UK Semiconductor Institute, backed by a GBP £1 billion commitment, to drive innovation and global competitiveness in the semiconductor sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network
Unified Communications

Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network

Cardiff Council has selected Telcom Group to deploy the next phase of its full fibre internet network, aiming for 100% coverage by 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate's sustainable farming tech
Agricultural Technology

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate's sustainable farming tech

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate, a startup marrying computational methods and agri-science to produce precision biostimulants.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit
Crypto

Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit

Janine Grainger discusses the dangers of an excessive focus on sensational crypto headlines, stressing the importance of understanding broad market dynamics for astute investment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024
Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors
Fintech

Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors

London-based fintech, Mnaara, provides the world's first platform in accordance with specialised finance principles, granting direct access to global private equity funds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024