Australian stories
Merchantwise Group has acquired Jaywing and Frank Digital in its largest deal, boosting its marketing and media capabilities in Australia.
A responsive, seamless contact centre is vital for Australian firms to rebuild customer trust amid rising cyber threats, says Kore.ai's Paul Rilstone.
Accenture will acquire CyberCX, an Asia Pacific cybersecurity firm with 1,400 staff, to expand its security services and client reach in the region.
Some Australian exporters are risking heavy US fines by using dodgy tactics to evade new 10% tariffs, but playing by the rules with smart software offers safer growth.
Sage unveils AI-driven features in Sage Intacct to streamline finance tasks, speed up processes, and provide sustainability insights for UK and global teams.
Over 74% of Asia Pacific youth prefer digital apps for remittances, valuing speed and trust over fees, reveals Visa's report covering 20 countries.
Nearly half of Australian Baby Boomer SME owners plan to retire soon, yet only 24% have prepared succession plans to secure their businesses' futures.
Business travel rebounds in 2025 with 99% of ANZ travellers willing to fly, though stakeholder misalignment hampers travel programme effectiveness.
Australian and New Zealand businesses face tougher cyber insurance rules, needing six security controls versus a global average of five amid rising cyber threats.
Ethereum surged in July with a 127.7% rise in institutional holdings, leading a 13.3% crypto market growth driven by altcoins, stablecoins, and new regulations.
Electronic Frontiers Australia disputes government claims that age assurance tech is private and robust, citing flawed methodology and privacy risks.
Half of Australian government agencies have not adopted the strongest email security, risking cyberattacks on sensitive public sector data and communications.
Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.
Government research finds generative AI will mostly enhance jobs rather than replace them, urging upskilling to embrace technological changes in Australia.
AI technology in New Zealand healthcare cuts lengthy patient wait times, boosting productivity and improving care quality across public and private sectors.
Commonwealth Bank teams up with OpenAI to enhance AI-driven banking, focusing on fraud prevention and personalised services for Australian customers.
AI and new search platforms are prompting Australian marketers to shift focus from keywords to brand visibility across diverse digital and social channels.
Digital Resilience launches SecMatters, a collaborative SOC and SIEM cybersecurity service co-designed with clients to suit unique risk needs.
Australian schools increasingly adopt AI tools, with 78.2% using them, while 53.9% maintain a blended approach combining digital and print resources.
LG Electronics teamed up with MasterChef Australia to host a culinary masterclass event, showcasing its kitchen appliances used on the popular TV series.
