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Quest, Waave and Chemist Warehouse to launch Open Banking payment option
Payment Technologies

Quest, Waave and Chemist Warehouse to launch Open Banking payment option

Waave, Quest Payment Systems and Chemist Warehouse team up to deliver Australia's first Open Banking checkout option.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
What's in for Australia's banking, finance and insurance industry in 2024
Fintech

What's in for Australia's banking, finance and insurance industry in 2024

So, what's on the horizon for an industry that's powering the economy whilst also needing to continually adapt and evolve as consumer demand grows?.

By Ian Kelsall and Omar Bashir • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Australians fearful of app failures disrupting Christmas
Apps

Australians fearful of app failures disrupting Christmas

A recent survey reveals Australians worry over potential app failures disrupting their Christmas celebrations in 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2023
Australians show widespread distrust in Gen AI, reveals FIS study
Generative AI

Australians show widespread distrust in Gen AI, reveals FIS study

A significant number of Australians mistrust Generative AI, with 66% expressing unease or total lack of trust, according to FIS research.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2023

Global Stories

Wi-Fi market to bounce back in 2024 with WiFi 7 and 6GHz tech
Fintech

Wi-Fi market to bounce back in 2024 with WiFi 7 and 6GHz tech

Global Wi-Fi market poised for 2024 rejuvenation, driven by Wi-Fi 7 and Standard Power 6GHz uptake.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
5G network security market to reach $16 billion by 2028
Unified Communications

5G network security market to reach $16 billion by 2028

A surge in cyber threats spurs 5G network security market's colossal growth to reach USD16 billion by 2028, a new study reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Xero & AWS partner to boost digital capabilities for Australasian SMBs
Data Analytics

Xero & AWS partner to boost digital capabilities for Australasian SMBs

Xero and Amazon Web Services join forces to enhance digital capabilities of SMBs in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023
Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
Partner Programmes

Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind

Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Australian business increasingly seek cybersecurity services
Data Protection

Australian business increasingly seek cybersecurity services

Cybersecurity firm Tesserent reports a notable rise in demand for services from Australian company directors and boards.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
Mambu reveals financial services trends for 2024 in annual report
Digital Transformation

Mambu reveals financial services trends for 2024 in annual report

Mambu's annual report reveals key trends set to shape the 2024 financial services landscape, with a focus on Asia Pacific.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Banked unveils finance guide for New Zealand students
EduTech

Banked unveils finance guide for New Zealand students

Ppersonal finance website Banked debuts a free, comprehensive guide to help students effectively manage finances during their transition to tertiary education.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
LPBank teams up with Finastra & NGS for digital treasury overhaul
Digital Transformation

LPBank teams up with Finastra & NGS for digital treasury overhaul

Lien Viet Post Joint Stock Commercial Bank (LPBank) joins forces with Finastra and NGS to drive digital transformation and elevate its treasury capabilities, enhancing operational efficiency and governance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2024
Quadient partners with Xero to enhance accounting process for SMEs
Fintech

Quadient partners with Xero to enhance accounting process for SMEs

Quadient partners with cloud-accounting software provider Xero to streamline and enhance accounting processes for SMEs in the UK and North America.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Singapore's digital banks to see 20% income growth by 2025, says UnaFinancial
Fintech

Singapore's digital banks to see 20% income growth by 2025, says UnaFinancial

Singapore's digital banks are poised for a 20% income surge by 2025, driven by expanding demand and robust digitalisation, says UnaFinancial.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Rang-Ay Bank enhances cybersecurity with PLDT Enterprise partnership
Partner Programmes

Rang-Ay Bank enhances cybersecurity with PLDT Enterprise partnership

Rang-Ay Bank bolsters digital security with ePLDT's Vulnerability Management as-a-Service through a strategic partnership.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Physical activity could help improve sleep, highlights Women in Data study
Data Analytics

Physical activity could help improve sleep, highlights Women in Data study

A Women in Data study suggests daily physical activity could enhance sleep quality and duration, especially in men.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Indian banks embrace FICO Platform for business growth
Data Analytics

Indian banks embrace FICO Platform for business growth

Indian private-sector banks are adopting the FICO Platform to enhance growth and decision-making via AI capabilities.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2023