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Australian retailers cut free returns as delivery costs rise
Customer Experience

Australian retailers cut free returns as delivery costs rise

Australian retailers are cutting free returns and delivery incentives due to rising costs, shifting to local fulfilment and tech solutions to meet growing consumer demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
As Microsoft Exchange 2016 and 2019 sunset, how can privacy-conscious organisations future-proof their email?
Data governance

As Microsoft Exchange 2016 and 2019 sunset, how can privacy-conscious organisations future-proof their email?

With Microsoft Exchange 2016 and 2019 ending support in 2025, organisations face critical choices over email privacy, cost, and data control in Australia.

By Rex Huang • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Nick Ognenovski named Chief Revenue Officer at Bridgit to drive growth
Fintech

Nick Ognenovski named Chief Revenue Officer at Bridgit to drive growth

Bridgit appoints Nick Ognenovski as Chief Revenue Officer to lead revenue strategy and accelerate growth in Australia's non-bank lending sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
HOYTS adds 539 D-BOX haptic seats across Australia & NZ
Hoyts

HOYTS adds 539 D-BOX haptic seats across Australia & NZ

HOYTS is adding 539 D-BOX haptic seats across 19 cinemas in Australia and New Zealand, boosting immersive motion recliner offerings by 70%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
How AI-based simulation testing is revolutionising healthcare
Artificial Intelligence

How AI-based simulation testing is revolutionising healthcare

AI-enhanced simulation testing is transforming Australian healthcare by improving training and assessments, helping bridge skill gaps and boost patient outcomes.

By Dr Edward Li • 7 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Qantas data breach highlights need for strong risk management
Data Protection

Qantas data breach highlights need for strong risk management

Qantas's robust data management at least identified a recent breach via a third party, protecting sensitive customer information amid rising cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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Optus names BRX sole production agency & unveils new lineup
Marketing Technologies

Optus names BRX sole production agency & unveils new lineup

Optus has appointed BRX as its sole production agency, streamlining its marketing efforts alongside new creative and media partners Droga5 and Accenture Song Media.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Tally Group powers AUD $1 billion digital shift for SEC sites
Power / Energy

Tally Group powers AUD $1 billion digital shift for SEC sites

Tally Group's new digital platform supports SEC's AUD $1 billion clean energy shift, managing electricity for 4,000+ Victorian government sites including schools and hospitals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
MagnaTerra raises AUD $11 million to expand landmine detection tech
Clean technologies

MagnaTerra raises AUD $11 million to expand landmine detection tech

Australian firm MagnaTerra secures AUD $11 million to advance handheld landmine detectors that identify key explosives TNT and RDX worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Cumberland City Council donates phones to aid domestic violence victims
Health Technologies

Cumberland City Council donates phones to aid domestic violence victims

Cumberland City Council has donated 45 refurbished phones to help domestic violence victims connect with support services and seek safety.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience
Smart Cities

Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience

The Security Exhibition & Conference returns to ICC Sydney from 27-29 August 2025, showcasing advanced security tech and uniting industry professionals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
VTech launches LeapMove in Australia, promoting active learning play
Early Childhood Education

VTech launches LeapMove in Australia, promoting active learning play

VTech launches LeapMove in Australia, an AUD $129.95 motion-sensing console that blends active play with education for children aged 4-11.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Six AI & robotics startups named as finalists for Propel-AIR
Robotics

Six AI & robotics startups named as finalists for Propel-AIR

Six Australian AI and robotics startups are finalists for Propel-AIR, vying for advanced support and a residency at MassRobotics in Boston.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
WeMoney & female leaders shine at 2025 Finnie Awards
Fintech

WeMoney & female leaders shine at 2025 Finnie Awards

WeMoney wins FinTech Organisation of the Year at 2025 Finnie Awards, with female leaders and diverse fintech firms also honoured across new categories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Integrate 2025 returns to Sydney with expanded AV programme
Unified Communications

Integrate 2025 returns to Sydney with expanded AV programme

Integrate 2025 returns to ICC Sydney this August, featuring expanded AV and security programmes to showcase cutting-edge technology and foster industry collaboration.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
LexisNexis launches Protégé AI assistant for Australian lawyers
Document Management

LexisNexis launches Protégé AI assistant for Australian lawyers

LexisNexis has launched Protégé, an AI assistant for Australian lawyers, enhancing legal task productivity with tailored drafting and autonomous review features.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
imei unveils imei 360 portal to streamline device management
Unified Communications

imei unveils imei 360 portal to streamline device management

imei has launched imei 360, a new portal that streamlines mobile device management for organisations with a unified platform and five key modules.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025