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US tariffs prompt NZ & Australian business strategies
Airwallex

US tariffs prompt NZ & Australian business strategies

Concerns over new US tariffs have prompted New Zealand and Australian businesses to strategise, seeking ways to mitigate costs and maintain competitiveness.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Market volatility & cyber threat increase amid US tariffs
Semiconductors

Market volatility & cyber threat increase amid US tariffs

Steve Vintz, Co-CEO of Tenable, warns that President Trump's tariffs could heighten cyberattack risks, urging firms to strengthen cybersecurity amid market volatility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Oracle's cloud boosts efficiency for construction giants
DevOps

Oracle's cloud boosts efficiency for construction giants

Oracle has revealed that major engineering firms including Black & Veatch and WSP Global are using its Fusion Cloud Applications to boost operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Zscaler report urges shift from VPNs to Zero Trust
Virtual Private Networks

Zscaler report urges shift from VPNs to Zero Trust

Zscaler's 2025 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals soaring VPN usage in Australia but warns of heightened security risks, urging a shift to Zero Trust architectures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Navigating uncertainty: How CFOs can build resilience in a volatile 2025
Data Analytics

Navigating uncertainty: How CFOs can build resilience in a volatile 2025

As Australian CFOs face escalating economic volatility, prioritising digital transformation and unified data systems becomes essential for resilience and strategic growth.

By Thomas Palmer • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
MCG & Netstock partner to boost supply chain resilience
Supply Chain

MCG & Netstock partner to boost supply chain resilience

Middlebank Consulting Group has expanded its partnership with Netstock to enhance supply chain resilience and optimise inventory management in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Cryptocurrency market declines 4.4% amid trade tensions
Crypto

Cryptocurrency market declines 4.4% amid trade tensions

The cryptocurrency market faced a 4.4% decline in March 2025, driven by U.S. trade tariffs and geopolitical tensions, leading to over USD $1 trillion in lost value.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Vertiv unveils CoolLoop Trim Cooler for Aussie AI centres
High Performance Computing

Vertiv unveils CoolLoop Trim Cooler for Aussie AI centres

Vertiv has unveiled the CoolLoop Trim Cooler in Australia, a cutting-edge system aimed at optimising energy efficiency for AI and high-performance computing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
OzTAM partners with Samba TV & Nexxen for data project
Data Analytics

OzTAM partners with Samba TV & Nexxen for data project

OzTAM has partnered with Samba TV and Nexxen on a new project aimed at revolutionising audience measurement in Australia using big data integration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation
Data Analytics

Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation

Personalisation is revolutionising retail, driving customer loyalty and profitability, as businesses harness AI to enhance unique shopping experiences.

By Sarah Jarvis • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
AI transforms online shopping in Australia & New Zealand
Customer Experience

AI transforms online shopping in Australia & New Zealand

Retailers in Australia and New Zealand are adopting AI strategies, leveraging Snowflake's Data Cloud to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Older freelancers in demand as businesses adapt globally
Engineering

Older freelancers in demand as businesses adapt globally

A global shift sees companies turning to older freelancers for specialised skills, with 45% of firms reporting an increase in those aged 55 and over.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud
Cloud Services

ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud

ConnectID has partnered with Caresquare to enhance identity verification in the NDIS, tackling fraud that costs AUD $2 billion annually.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
AI boosts Australian cyber defences against rising threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI boosts Australian cyber defences against rising threats

Australian organisations are increasingly adopting AI to combat rising cyber threats, streamlining security operations amid escalating cybercrime costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Gridsight secures $7.5m to drive global energy shift
Data Analytics

Gridsight secures $7.5m to drive global energy shift

Gridsight has secured $7.5 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-powered software, aiding energy operators in navigating Australia's energy transition.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Intellihub & ENGIE boost EV charging in Australia
Cartech

Intellihub & ENGIE boost EV charging in Australia

Intellihub and ENGIE have announced major agreements to enhance electric vehicle charging across Australia, expanding public access with over 200 new sites.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
GoCardless partners with Optty to simplify Australian payments
Payment Technologies

GoCardless partners with Optty to simplify Australian payments

GoCardless has partnered with Optty to simplify payment processes for Australian medium and large enterprises, enabling direct bank payments across 20 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025