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Microsoft to invest AUD $25 billion in Australia AI push

The three-year spend will expand local cloud capacity, boost cyber defences and train millions of workers as demand for AI grows.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026

Hyperscale

AI set to boost Australia's economy by up to AUD $142 billion

AI could boost Australia's economy by up to AUD $142 billion annually by 2030, driving productivity, wage growth, and small business benefits, a new report finds.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Mon, 20th Oct 2025

Digital Transformation

Cloud & AI adoption could save Australia AUD $13.5bn by 2035

Accelerating cloud and AI adoption in Australian government could save AUD $13.5 billion by 2035, boosting productivity and cutting IT costs by 13% annually.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025

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Small businesses called to 'stop the hack' this Cyber Security Awareness Month

During Cyber Security Awareness Month, COSBOA's Stop the Hack campaign urges small businesses to enrol in free training to bolster their cyber defences.

By COSBOA • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024

Hyperscale

AI could boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%

New AWS research highlights potential for AI proficiency to boost Australian workers' salaries by 29%, with IT and business sectors standing to gain the most.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024

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ANZ businesses urged to prioritise AI readiness & strategy

ANZ business leaders urge prioritising AI readiness and strategy to harness its transformative potential and address key data and infrastructure challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025