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Alphinity & CSIRO launch Responsible AI framework for investing
Artificial Intelligence

Alphinity & CSIRO launch Responsible AI framework for investing

Alphinity Investment Management and Australia's CSIRO develop Responsible AI framework to bridge gap between AI sector investments and traditional ESG principles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution
Fintech

Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution

In a strategic partnership, small business platform Xero invests USD $25 million in shift work platform Deputy to offer comprehensive business solutions, integrating the companies' accounting, payroll, and workforce management systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Barriers inhibiting uptake of human-centric app development
Software Development

Barriers inhibiting uptake of human-centric app development

Despite believing human-centric app development is crucial, just 24% of Australians are implementing relevant measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
Global IT leaders see GenAI as transformative, says Elastic study
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global IT leaders see GenAI as transformative, says Elastic study

99% of global IT decision-makers view genAI as transformative, with near unanimous plans to escalate investment in 2024, despite adoption hurdles, according to Elastic study.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Investment stories

STACK Infrastructure plans 220MW tech campus in Dallas
Hyperscale

STACK Infrastructure plans 220MW tech campus in Dallas

STACK Infrastructure reveals plans for a 220MW technology campus in Dallas, underlining its dedication to fulfilling rising tech infrastructure demand globally.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Global tech firms boost human-centred design investment
Investment

Global tech firms boost human-centred design investment

Over half of global tech firms plan to up investment in user-friendly software design amid increasing importance of digital accessibility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover
Fintech

Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover

Australia's SMEs foresee a drop in turnover by year-end, while Prospa and Xero partner to ease financial administrative tasks for these businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Bridgewise secures $21M funding led by SIX Group & Group 11
Artificial Intelligence

Bridgewise secures $21M funding led by SIX Group & Group 11

AI-based analysis platform Bridgewise secures $21m in funding led by SIX Group, raising total capital to $35m to expand reach and enhance its AI technology for global security insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
Business leaders anxious over data security – report
Generative AI

Business leaders anxious over data security – report

Business leaders are uneasy about data privacy and security, raising concerns over lack of governance frameworks with regard to generative AI use.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
AI is here to stay - share market fads versus trends
Robotics

AI is here to stay - share market fads versus trends

AI investments debate trends versus fads, with its longevity, sustainability and growing legal legitimacy suggesting a solid market trend rather than a fleeting hype.

By Greg Boland • 6 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024
IQ-EQ appoints Tamas Mark as Global Head of Real Assets
Strategy

IQ-EQ appoints Tamas Mark as Global Head of Real Assets

IQ-EQ appoints Tamas Mark as the new Global Head of Real Assets, with his impressive 20 years of industry experience set to shape the group's global real estate and infrastructure strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
Survival of the fittest: Indie agencies facing the AI battle
Low code & No code

Survival of the fittest: Indie agencies facing the AI battle

As major networks invest heavily in AI, indie advertising firms are playing catch-up, leveraging cost-effective tools and their nimbleness to stay competitive in an increasingly automated industry.

By Helen Johnson • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
How CFOs can responsibly leverage the potential of AI and achieve success
Unified Communications

How CFOs can responsibly leverage the potential of AI and achieve success

AI gives CFOs a strategic edge in volatile markets, but effective use requires more than just tech: learning, innovation, and ethical standards are crucial.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme
Firewalls

ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme

ExtraHop launches a new worldwide partner programme aimed at improving cyber security, bolstered by its latest revenue increase and growing demand for NDR services.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

IMF predicts AI could boost UK economic growth by 16%
Large Language Models

IMF predicts AI could boost UK economic growth by 16%

The IMF forecasts a potential 16% growth in the UK economy due to AI adoption, highlighting the nation's strong digital infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Sapro-Tech forms strategic partnership with top NZ fashion firms
Clean technologies

Sapro-Tech forms strategic partnership with top NZ fashion firms

NZ firm Sapro-Tech forms strategic alliances with leading fashion brands SABEN, taylor, Velvet Heartbeat, and YY NATION, promoting sustainable materials derived from fungi.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024
ASK Partners reaches £45m milestone with unique property platform
Physical Security

ASK Partners reaches £45m milestone with unique property platform

ASK Partners has facilitated over £45m in exchanges through its unique secondary market platform for high-net-worth property investors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024