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Australian Stories

Australian stories

University of Sydney gives campus-wide ChatGPT Edu access

The deal will give more than 70,000 students and staff institution-backed AI access, alongside safeguards and AUD $1 million for sustainability research.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Savira launches free privacy tools for small firms

More than 100,000 small businesses are now in privacy regulators' sights as tougher rules push demand for cheaper compliance tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Mobile accessories

Belkin unveils semi-solid-state power banks for Australia

The new range aims to ease overheating concerns and stretch battery life as buyers demand slimmer chargers that can safely power phones and laptops.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Supply Chain

Government launches AUD $52 million rail freight scheme

Australasia's rail lobby says the scheme could cut diesel use and ease supply chain strain as freight customers weigh a shift from road.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month

Data Protection

Confluent: Data architecture gap impairing AI ambitions

Older systems may leave Australian firms unable to meet CDR demands, while modern data architecture is becoming crucial for real-time AI use.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • This month

Smart Home

Shark launches the 3-in-1 upright vacuum in Australia

The corded model targets households wanting one cleaner for floors, stairs and upholstery as cordless rivals lose ground on runtime.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Digital Transformation

Australian executives embrace AI but eye job moves

Most Australian leaders are using AI daily, but two-thirds are now planning to change jobs as flexibility and wellbeing outweigh pay.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • This month

Digital Transformation

Australia innovation activity hits record high in 2023-24

Business innovation has stalled in the latest two years, even as a new index puts Australia at a record high in 2023-24.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month

Human Capital Management

TCL named among TIME's world's best companies for 2026

The ranking may bolster TCL's efforts to attract talent as investors and staff increasingly scrutinise pay, growth and ESG reporting.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month

Surveillance

Why radar is becoming key layer in critical infrastructure protection

Fewer blind spots and false alarms are pushing operators to add radar to layered security at mines, ports and utilities.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • This month

Global Stories

Australian stories

Hybrid Cloud

Genetec: Open platforms key as physical security evolves

Businesses are prioritising hybrid, open security systems to protect existing hardware investments while adopting cloud and AI tools more gradually.

By David Shilovsky • 6 min read • This month

Data Protection

When security creates friction, employees find workarounds

Across Asia Pacific, cumbersome controls are driving staff to unsanctioned AI and apps, increasing data exposure and slowing work.

By Patricia Leppert • 8 min read • This month

Software-as-a-Service

RDC.AI steps up North America push on banking growth

More US and Canadian banks are set to adopt RDC.AI's tools as the Australian-founded software group moves beyond trials and into production deals.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • This month

Data Protection

Mathspace Breach Exposes 1 Million Students, Parents, and Teachers

Personal details for more than 1 million students and families in Australia and New Zealand were exposed after attackers exploited a flaw in an internal tool.

By Takanori Nishiyama • 2 min read • This month

Digital Transformation

Smart travel, strong ROI: How to build a profitable business travel culture

Almost all Chief Financial Officers say business travel aids growth, but firms are under pressure to prove every trip earns its keep.

By Jonathan Beeby • 5 min read • This month

Data Privacy

Amusing or addictive? The algorithms powering our social feeds

Australia may let users switch off personalised feeds as regulators move to curb harmful content and protect under-18s online.

By RNZ • 4 min read • This month

Hybrid Cloud

Cloudera & Mistral partner on sovereign enterprise AI

The tie-up lets firms run and customise AI on sensitive data in private environments, easing compliance and security concerns over external services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Software-as-a-Service

Sembly 3.0 aims to cut weeks off client document work

The software could save teams two to three weeks on client reports and presentations as rivals race to automate final document production.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Data Protection

Cybersecurity experts raise alarm after back-to-back data breaches

Schools and payroll users face heightened phishing and identity-theft risks after breaches exposed sensitive data at multiple firms.

By RNZ • 4 min read • This month

Robotics

Motueka kiwifruit growers boost automation amid labour woes

Labour shortages and export rule changes are pushing Motueka packhouses to automate more tasks as kiwifruit revenue is forecast to reach NZD $4.8 billion.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • This month

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