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Amazon launches Ads Agent for advertisers in Australia

Australian advertisers can now save hours on campaign setup as Amazon brings its AI tool to self-service users at no extra cost.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Digital Transformation

IG launches ChatGPT assistant for CFD trading clients

The app lets traders query live positions and exposure in plain English, cutting out screenshots and manual uploads to ChatGPT.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Orca Opti launches free AI governance tool for Australia

Regulated employers can now test their AI controls in minutes, as the Brisbane firm targets stricter data rules and workplace leak risks.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week

Global Stories

AI Assistant stories

Software-as-a-Service

Activate IAM wins AI challenge with Teams assistant

The win highlights growing demand for governed AI tools that speed up identity admin without weakening approvals, audit trails or compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Yesterday

Software-as-a-Service

Lexful raises USD $7 million seed round for MSP AI docs

The seed cash will speed product development as managed service providers seek better ways to capture and use scattered IT knowledge.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Yesterday

Software-as-a-Service

PureVPN launches ChatGPT tool for VPN server access

Users in 10 markets can now find and connect to PureVPN servers through ChatGPT prompts, without sharing data with the chatbot.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday

Digital Transformation

Syspro named Leader in Nucleus SMB ERP value matrix

The upgrade reflects demand for ERP systems that cut manual work and help mid-sized manufacturers and distributors manage tighter operations.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Software-as-a-Service

Quadient launches AI cash dashboard for finance teams

Finance teams can now track liquidity and working capital in one place, as the new tool is rolled out to existing users of the software.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Manufacturing

OutSystems honours AI leaders in 2026 innovation awards

Customers are already saving time and millions as the awards spotlight AI tools moved into day-to-day operations across logistics, banking and public services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Customer Relationship Management

OpenAI adds Codex plugins & site preview for business

Non-developers are driving Codex growth, prompting OpenAI to add business plugins and a preview for shareable internal sites.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Data Analytics

Meta launches Creator Assistant for Facebook creators

Creators in three countries will get AI help spotting why Facebook posts work and how to improve future engagement.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Generative AI

Back-to-school shopping starts early as AI drives sales

Nearly two-thirds of shoppers plan to buy before July, signalling a longer retail window and a bigger role for AI in bargain hunting.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Malware

Synology adds private AI & backup tools in DSM update

Businesses will soon get on-site AI workflows and broader backup coverage as Synology's latest software updates target compliance and ransomware risk.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week