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Australians feel pressure as AI skills become vital in workplaces

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Nearly half of Australian workers find mastering AI at work as demanding as a second job, raising pressure and career concerns across workplaces.
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Australians prioritise privacy & AI personalisation in online shopping

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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New research reveals Australians prioritise data privacy and AI personalisation in online shopping, seeking better service and seamless digital experiences.
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One in four Australian workers banned from using AI at work

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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A quarter of Australian workers are banned from using AI at work, with many lacking training and clear guidance amid rising concerns over data and regulation.
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AI-driven referrals transform shopping, travel & banking online

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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AI-driven referrals to US retail, travel, and banking sites have surged over tenfold since July 2024, reshaping online shopping and boosting engagement.
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Business travel grows in 2025, though stakeholder misalignment limits program effectiveness

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Business travel rebounds in 2025 with 99% of ANZ travellers willing to fly, though stakeholder misalignment hampers travel programme effectiveness.
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Aussies fed up with customer service bots, survey finds

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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More than half of Australians are frustrated with customer service bots and may stop buying from brands that fail to resolve their issues quickly and effectively.
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Why AI is key to match shifting customer expectations in Retail sector

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Australian retailers must harness AI and emotional intelligence to meet fast-changing Gen Z and millennial expectations for seamless, personalised shopping.
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AI use for holiday bookings surges among Australians & Boomers

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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AI use for holiday bookings in Australia jumps 73%, with Boomer adoption more than doubling, reshaping the travel and hospitality industry landscape.
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Australian accounting sector ups AI investment to boost value

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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Australian accounting firms are boosting AI investments to enhance efficiency, driving profits and skills development amid talent shortages in the sector.
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Australian workers keen on AI but lack corporate support & skills

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Australian workers eager to adopt AI face a skills gap and lack sufficient corporate support, hindering effective AI use in the workplace despite high enthusiasm.
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Australian shoppers embrace more touchpoints for online discovery

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Australian shoppers use an average of 4.8 touchpoints for product discovery, blending online search, social media, and influencer input amid easing cost pressures.
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Australian brands at serious risk of being crushed by global eCommerce giants, expert warns

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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Australian brands risk being crushed by global eCommerce giants as local e-tailers lag in digital maturity amid booming online sales in 2024.
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Australians embrace agentic AI as younger users drive adoption surge

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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Agentic AI use among Australians jumped 50% in three months, led by millennials keen on AI for shopping, creativity, and daily tasks, Adobe reports.
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Poor data intake drives customer disengagement in Australia & NZ

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Poor data intake and communication methods cause significant customer disengagement in Australia and New Zealand, says Smart Communications' 2025 research.
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Australian firms face challenge of managing generational divides

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Nearly all Australian employers face challenges managing generational divides, with 29% citing varied tech skills as the top issue in multigenerational teams.
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Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
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Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Gen MZ Australians spent AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech last year, using devices to care for children, pets, and plants in daily routines.
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Samsung highlights 'Unsung Snappers', unveils Galaxy S25 Edge

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Samsung spotlights 'Unsung Snappers' who take photos for others, launching Galaxy S25 Edge with AI tools to ease capturing perfect moments.
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AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
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Video & influencer strategies seen as key for B2B marketers

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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LinkedIn research reveals Asia-Pacific B2B marketers prioritise video and influencer strategies to capture attention amid growing campaign challenges.