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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

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Greens Senator on why the age ban will be an 'open wound' for the Govt

Sun, 17th Aug 2025
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Greens Senator David Shoebridge condemns Australia's social media ban for under-16s and calls for urgent, robust AI regulation and tech literacy in Parliament.
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Australian eCommerce sees rising EOFY returns despite strict policies

Sat, 16th Aug 2025
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Australian eCommerce sees a 27.6% rise in returns despite stricter policies, as shoppers seek flexibility amid rising costs and economic uncertainty.
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Fast is just the beginning: How Wi-Fi 7 will reshape the connected workplace

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Wi-Fi 7 is set to transform workplaces by enabling innovative services and real-time agility, making connectivity a key driver of business growth and strategy.
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Aerospike launches expression indexes to boost AI efficiency

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Aerospike launches expression indexes to boost AI workload efficiency, cutting memory use and speeding queries in real-time NoSQL database applications.
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Equinix invests in new nuclear & fuel cell power for data centres

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Equinix secures sustainable power for global data centres through deals with nuclear and fuel cell firms, aiming for 100% renewable energy by 2030.
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Digital apps top choice for Asia Pacific youth remittances

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Over 74% of Asia Pacific youth prefer digital apps for remittances, valuing speed and trust over fees, reveals Visa's report covering 20 countries.
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Ransom payments surge to USD $1.13 million as data theft rises

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Ransom payments soared to an average of USD $1.13 million in Q2 2025, driven by rising data theft and targeted social engineering attacks, Coveware reports.
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Ready on paper, not in practice: The incident response gap in Australian organisations

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Despite 97% of Australian firms having cyber incident plans, 76% faced major disruptions last year, revealing a gap between readiness on paper and in action.
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How to choose the right UA financing partner: A founder's guide

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Founders face growing choices in UA financing; this guide highlights how to select partners offering transparency, scalability, and support beyond just interest rates.
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Commonwealth Bank to cut business loan rates after RBA move

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Commonwealth Bank will cut interest rates on eligible variable-rate business loans by 0.25% from 22 August 2025, following the RBA's recent rate cut.
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GPT-5 set to transform AI with multimodal & inclusive features

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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OpenAI's GPT-5, a multimodal AI platform with text, image, audio and video input, aims to boost accessibility and transform customer engagement across industries.
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Data exfiltration pushes ransomware payouts past USD $1 million

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Ransomware payouts have surged past USD $1 million in Q2 2025, driven by data exfiltration and social engineering in targeted attacks on mid-sized firms.
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Oura app enhances Pregnancy Insights with personalised tracking

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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ŌURA app enhances its Pregnancy Insights with personalised tracking of key biometrics, helping women navigate pregnancy in real time across Australia and New Zealand.
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Heatwave boosts Huski's global sales of champagne coolers

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Taranaki's Huski sees global sales soar as its ice-free champagne coolers become top sellers amid record heatwaves worldwide.
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Brands overlook 'identity resolution gap' in AI-driven customer data era - expert warns

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Most brands invest in customer data unification yet overlook identity resolution, crucial for personalised AI strategies and effective retail media use.
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Zeekr 7X makes Australian debut with rapid charging

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Zeekr launches its 7X electric SUV in Australia from AUD $57,900, featuring rapid charging from 10% to 80% in just 13 minutes on select models.
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Picus Security warns of rising enterprise password breaches

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Picus Security's Blue Report 2025 reveals enterprise password breaches nearly doubled to 46%, exposing firms to greater cyber threats and ransomware risks.
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2025 Security trends in review: Are we on track?

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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As 2025 ends, security trends show a shift from risk reduction to strategic business enablement, amid challenges in cloud adoption and staff shortages.
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How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Emerging tech in critical infrastructure boosts automation but widens cyber risks, with attacks targeting unified platforms and unencrypted OT protocols.
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Exclusive: Garrett O'Hara on Mimecast's AI fight against cyber risk

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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AI reshapes cyber defence, with firms battling human error and rising AI-driven attacks while leveraging predictive tools for threat detection and prevention.