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Australian Stories

Inflation stories

Australian SMEs opt for non-capital spending amid rising costs

Amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, 91% of Australian SMEs plan to prioritise non-capital spending over major investments in 2025-26.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025

Supply Chain

Ofload warns of supply chain risk as Don Watson shuts down

Ofload warns Australia's freight sector faces major disruption after refrigerated transport firm Don Watson Transport collapses, threatening supply chain stability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025

Clean technologies

Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges

Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Jun 2025

Inflation

WA tops economic rankings as Victoria overtakes rivals

Western Australia tops Australia's economic rankings for the third quarter, with Victoria rising to second, driven by strong jobs and population growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Global Stories

Inflation stories

Customer Experience

Exclusive: Lightspeed on why tech and AI are 'key' to hospitality's future

Lightspeed's Asia-Pacific MD Nicole Buisson says AI and smarter tech are vital for Aussie hospitality to tackle inflation, labour costs and changing consumer habits.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Supply Chain

Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025

Data Analytics

KX & NVIDIA launch AI Banker Agent to boost global trading

KX and NVIDIA have launched the AI Banker Agent, an AI system designed to enhance real-time decision-making and client service in global trading markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Supply Chain

From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Five ways CFOs can drive growth and profitability

In today's volatile economy, CFOs who embrace AI, continuous forecasting, and cross-functional leadership are key to driving growth and profitability.

By Meredith Rowan • 5 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025

Cloud Security

Vectra AI named leader in 2025 Gartner report for NDR sector

Vectra AI has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Network Detection and Response, highlighting its prowess in cybersecurity innovation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Phishing

First-party fraud now top global threat, outpacing scams

First-party fraud now tops global cyberattacks, rising to 36% of cases in 2024, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Cybercrime Report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025

Unified Communications

Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends

people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Inflation stories

Inflation

UK credit card balances rise to GBP £1,875, payments fall

UK credit card balances rose to an average of GBP £1,875 in April 2025 as payments dropped to 33.98%, highlighting ongoing household financial strain.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 28th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains

Optimism among New Zealand firms hits a peak since 2021, as 45% anticipate growth, boosted by AI-driven productivity and rising customer demand in 2025.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Father's Day spending to hit GBP £1.12 billion despite fewer shoppers

Despite fewer shoppers marking Father's Day, UK spending on gifts is set to reach GBP £1.12 billion in 2025, driven by inflation and rising prices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Unleashed Software

Electronics manufacturers see 23% fall in sales & profit margins

UK electronics manufacturers saw sales revenue and profit margins drop 23% in Q1 2025, despite a 30% overall rise in sales across other UK manufacturers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

UK tech sector optimistic on AI but calls for stronger support

Eighty-eight percent of UK tech firms use AI and remain optimistic, yet 78% call for stronger government support to bridge talent and funding gaps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025

Crypto

Bitcoin breaks the rules - but that might just be the point

Bitcoin defies traditional market rules, hitting new highs as investors embrace it for risk-adjusted returns and portfolio diversification.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Digital Transformation

AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist

Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025