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Why a circular economy could boost Australia's industrial competitiveness
Internet of Things

Why a circular economy could boost Australia's industrial competitiveness

Australia aims to double its circular economy by 2035, boosting industry competitiveness through recycling, AI, and sustainable supply chains.

By Matthew Addley • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Climate reporting standards put IT emissions under close scrutiny
Supply Chain

Climate reporting standards put IT emissions under close scrutiny

New climate reporting standards spotlight IT emissions, pressuring firms to track every device's carbon impact for accurate sustainability disclosures.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
AI shaping brand visibility shifts to credibility economy
Marketing Technologies

AI shaping brand visibility shifts to credibility economy

A new report reveals that AI platforms now heavily rely on earned media for brand visibility, reshaping how Australian businesses are discovered.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Why Australian companies need to reconsider their net zero plans in 2025
Clean technologies

Why Australian companies need to reconsider their net zero plans in 2025

As over 66% of ASX200 companies commit to net zero by 2023, a recent analysis reveals fewer than 4% have credible plans to realise these targets.

By Shana Gallagher • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
BSI launches international net zero standard development effort
Clean technologies

BSI launches international net zero standard development effort

BSI and ICONTEC have launched a major initiative to develop an international net zero standard by COP30, aiming to clarify the net zero transition and boost climate action.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Global Stories

Greenwashing stories

Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus
Data Protection

Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus

Wayne Angus, Country Manager of Greenbox, highlights the urgent need for data security and environmental sustainability in tech waste management across Australasia.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products
Supply Chain

Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products

A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
AI seen as potential fix for corporate reporting concerns
Data Analytics

AI seen as potential fix for corporate reporting concerns

A recent survey reveals 96% of finance leaders worry about non-financial reporting data reliability, with many considering AI as a potential remedy.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Brands & AI gear up for Olympics spotlight & challenges
Customer Experience

Brands & AI gear up for Olympics spotlight & challenges

Brands worldwide prepare to leverage the 2024 Summer Olympics' extensive visibility, with 41% of US adults poised to follow closely.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Greenwashing stories

Why generic eCommerce platforms aren't enough for the next generation
Clean technologies

Why generic eCommerce platforms aren't enough for the next generation

Young shoppers demand personalised, values-led eCommerce, pushing brands to adopt curated marketplaces that reflect identity, not just convenience or discounts.

By Harriet Noy • 7 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
UK businesses urged to blend agility & discipline for 2026 growth
Customer Experience

UK businesses urged to blend agility & discipline for 2026 growth

UK firms advised to combine agility and discipline in 2026 amid modest growth, tech advances, ESG focus, and evolving workforce and regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
UK leads climate risk, firms unready amid net-zero push
Supply Chain

UK leads climate risk, firms unready amid net-zero push

UK leads global climate risk assessments with 83% companies involved, yet 54% feel unprepared despite strong net-zero commitments.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
How banks can accelerate the home energy transition through green mortgages
Customer Experience

How banks can accelerate the home energy transition through green mortgages

Banks can speed up the home energy transition by offering green mortgages that fund retrofits, lowering costs and cutting household emissions effectively.

By Lucy O'Connor • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
New Zealanders demand trust & ethics in AI adoption, study finds
Data Protection

New Zealanders demand trust & ethics in AI adoption, study finds

A One NZ report finds 77% of New Zealanders use AI but nearly half distrust large firms' ethics, demanding transparency and strong data protections.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
Climate change rules clarified this year
Disaster Recovery

Climate change rules clarified this year

New disclosure and adaptation rules will force large firms to spell out climate risks, while greenwashing scrutiny and reporting relief evolve.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
GaiaLens wins ESG innovation funding for anti-greenwashing
Artificial Intelligence

GaiaLens wins ESG innovation funding for anti-greenwashing

GaiaLens has been named a winner of FinTech Scotland's ESG innovation call, securing funding to enhance its Greenwashing Analytics Solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights
Artificial Intelligence

DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights

DLA Piper's 2024 Global M&A Intelligence Report reveals crucial trends in the M&A sector, highlighting buyer dominance and the rising influence of AI and ESG factors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024