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Australian Stories

Australian stories

Brennan named OpenAI Select Partner to boost AI deployment

Australian organisations struggling to turn AI pilots into live systems could get faster deployment support as Brennan joins OpenAI's partner network.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Construction

EXP Capital plans AUD$ 1.5 billion Maitland precinct

A 150-hectare business and innovation precinct could start work within months of approval, bringing more than 8,370 jobs to the Hunter Region.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Generative AI

Partos urges action on AI copyright use after award win

Australia's music sector fears AI training could put AUD $227 million in creator revenue at risk by 2028, prompting calls for licensing rules.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Artificial Intelligence

Convo launches StoryVideo to link TV ads with mobile

Rising Australian video budgets are driving demand for formats that extend TV commercials onto phones, with connected TV now taking 60% of publisher video spend.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Apple

Belkin launches Infinity Folio case for new iPad mini

Buyers of Apple's latest iPad mini can now get all-round protection and a stand in one accessory, priced at AUD $119.95 in Australia.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Displays

Gigabyte launches AORUS OLED gaming monitors in Australia

Australian gamers can now buy Gigabyte's 27-inch OLED screens, which promise faster refresh rates and burn-in protection through selected retailers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Broadband

8 Networks signs two-year deal with Perth Scorchers

It gives the challenger telco access to Scorchers fans in Western Australia as it looks to lift awareness and win customers.

By Regine Laguilles • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Shopping

Shoppers urged to check furniture warranty terms carefully

Shoppers face avoidable disputes unless they read the fine print, as many furniture warranties exclude comfort complaints, wear and tear and misuse.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • 3 days ago

Generative AI

AI replacing entry-level roles sparks concerns for creative jobs

Fewer junior roles and weaker training pathways are leaving emerging creatives worried AI could stall careers before they properly begin.

By David Shilovsky • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Renewable energy

Atmoce extends Australian battery warranty to 15 years

Existing Australian owners of Atmoce's M-ELV 7 kWh battery will now be covered for up to 15 years, boosting market confidence.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Global Stories

Australian stories

Data Analytics

MongoDB appoints Alex Newman to lead Australia & New Zealand

The appointment signals MongoDB's push to win more Australian and New Zealand customers as demand grows for AI systems that can run in production.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday

Data Protection

OneAdvanced launches IQ platform in Australia & New Zealand

Organisations in regulated sectors could gain productivity without losing oversight as the platform embeds governed AI into existing workflows.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Smart Home

Ezviz launches triple-lens security camera in Australia

Australian buyers can now get 360° coverage and on-device AI without a subscription, as EZVIZ prices the HB90f at AUD $669.95.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Fintech

CISI launches in Australia & New Zealand with AI push

Regional finance professionals will gain access to CISI's AI ethics training and 2,000 learning resources after 5,000 members transferred from Finsia.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Social enterprise

EveryWill launches US platform after AUD $2 billion pledges

The free service is expanding as charities use it to reach more than 230,000 will writers and track AUD $2 billion in pledged gifts.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Ransomware

Arctic Wolf names Hayes & Hunter for APJ expansion

The hires give the cybersecurity vendor dedicated sales and engineering leadership as it pushes deeper into Japan and Southeast Asia amid rising online threats.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Digital Transformation

UiPath names Stuart Spencer to lead ANZ growth push

The move gives UiPath a senior regional executive to turn AI interest into sales growth and wider adoption across Australia and New Zealand.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Supply Chain

Microlise appoints Patrick Viney as Asia-Pacific director

Pressure on fleet operators to improve safety and compliance is driving Microlise's regional push as it expands sales across Australia and New Zealand.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Generative AI

Australia's social ad spend to hit USD $6.15 billion

Social platforms now command more than a third of Australia's digital ad market, with spend forecast to climb 16.5% to USD $6.15 billion in 2026.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • 3 days ago

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Encryption

Canada privacy commissioner urges changes to Bill C-22

Senators are being told the lawful access bill still lacks key safeguards, as privacy concerns persist over subscriber data and public-information powers.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Yesterday

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