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Cyber risk tops Pacific business concerns amid growing climate threat
Digital Transformation

Cyber risk tops Pacific business concerns amid growing climate threat

Cyber threats top concerns for Pacific businesses in 2025, as economic and climate risks rise, according to Aon's Global Risk Management Survey.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025

Global Stories

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Geraldton Fishermen's taps Microlise for AI-driven supply chain
Supply Chain

Geraldton Fishermen's taps Microlise for AI-driven supply chain

Geraldton Fishermen's Co-operative partners with Microlise to enhance supply chain efficiency and safety using AI in transporting premium Western Rock Lobster.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
AI adoption in process safety rising but impact on incidents lags
Data Analytics

AI adoption in process safety rising but impact on incidents lags

AI adoption in process safety grows, but impact on reducing incidents lags as industries face ageing assets and skill shortages, says Sphera report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
LG launches DUALCOOL AI Air in Australia amid rising demand
Smart Home

LG launches DUALCOOL AI Air in Australia amid rising demand

LG launches its upgraded DUALCOOL AI Air conditioner in Australia, combining AI-driven comfort with energy efficiency for the 2025-26 summer.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Simon de Winter Group partners with MCG for supply chain revamp
Digital Transformation

Simon de Winter Group partners with MCG for supply chain revamp

Simon de Winter Group teams up with Middlebank Consulting Group to digitally transform its supply chain, boosting efficiency across Australia and New Zealand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
AI adoption remains low as event planning roles & timelines shift
Digital Transformation

AI adoption remains low as event planning roles & timelines shift

A VenueNow survey finds AI adoption low in Australasian event planning, with 71% of corporate clients spending over five hours booking venues amid shifting roles.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
monday.com launches playful AI campaign to combat workplace angst
Marketing Technologies

monday.com launches playful AI campaign to combat workplace angst

monday.com launches playful 'AI Had the Time of My Life' campaign in Australia to ease workplace fears and boost AI adoption in daily workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Affiliate marketing budgets surge as brands seek cost efficiency
Artificial Intelligence

Affiliate marketing budgets surge as brands seek cost efficiency

Brands worldwide are boosting affiliate marketing budgets, citing its cost efficiency and stronger ROAS amid rising paid media costs, per new global research.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025

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Generative AI transforms legal roles but people skills remain key
DevOps

Generative AI transforms legal roles but people skills remain key

Generative AI is transforming legal roles in Asia, but the Legal Innovation Asia 2026 report stresses that strong people skills remain crucial for success in the sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Call for national action as digital divide persists in Australia
Artificial Intelligence

Call for national action as digital divide persists in Australia

Around 20% of Australians still face digital exclusion, prompting calls for a national plan to boost access, skills and AI literacy across the country.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Middle managers cost frontline sectors AUD $15.5 billion yearly
Workforce Technology

Middle managers cost frontline sectors AUD $15.5 billion yearly

Australian frontline sectors lose AUD $15.5 billion annually as middle managers spend weeks on low-value tasks, hampering productivity and growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Most Australians to cut festive spending, focus on gifts & food
Marketing Technologies

Most Australians to cut festive spending, focus on gifts & food

Most Australians plan to cut festive spending in 2025, focusing mainly on gifts and food, as economic caution shapes their holiday priorities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Australia targets up to AUD $73.3 billion boost for AI by 2028
Digital Transformation

Australia targets up to AUD $73.3 billion boost for AI by 2028

Australia aims to attract up to AUD $73.3 billion in private investment for AI and data centres by 2028 under its expanded National AI Capability Plan.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Cyber risks, regulation & talent shortages top 2025 concerns
Human Capital Management

Cyber risks, regulation & talent shortages top 2025 concerns

Australian businesses list cyber attacks, regulatory changes and talent shortages as top risks for 2025, per Aon's global risk survey highlighting local challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Optic Security Group wins two accolades at 2025 industry awards
DevOps

Optic Security Group wins two accolades at 2025 industry awards

Optic Security Group won two awards at the 2025 Australian Security Industry Awards for electronic security excellence and integrated solutions under USD $500,000.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
How public sector organisations can achieve private sector-level digital experiences
Customer Experience

How public sector organisations can achieve private sector-level digital experiences

Australian public sector can match private sector digital experiences by adopting interoperable platforms, unified channels, shared tools, and AI to enhance service delivery.

By Natasha Slater • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Gold Coast AI startup Zeligate secures DNX Ventures backing
Generative AI

Gold Coast AI startup Zeligate secures DNX Ventures backing

Gold Coast AI startup Zeligate secures seed funding from DNX Ventures, marking the firm's first investment in Australia to boost its AI workforce platform.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025