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Rippling's rapid growth driven by tailored HR tech for Australia
Human Capital Management

Rippling's rapid growth driven by tailored HR tech for Australia

Rippling's HR tech boom in Australia, with 80+ staff, tailored tools, and USD $450m raised, supports local firms growing globally amid rising compliance needs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
NEXTDC invests USD $200m in Sunshine Coast AI data centre
Digital Transformation

NEXTDC invests USD $200m in Sunshine Coast AI data centre

NEXTDC plans a USD $200m AI-optimised data centre, SC2, on Sunshine Coast, boosting Queensland as a key digital and innovation hub.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
W&I insurance claims rise for small deals across Pacific region
Risk & Compliance

W&I insurance claims rise for small deals across Pacific region

W&I insurance claims are rising in the Pacific, with 80% from deals under AUD $500m and payouts totalling around AUD $30m in the past year.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%
Clean technologies

Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%

New genome sequencing tech could slash vineyard chemical sprays by 80%, boosting sustainability and saving millions amid rising disease threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025

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Australian accounting sector ups AI investment to boost value
Risk & Compliance

Australian accounting sector ups AI investment to boost value

Australian accounting firms are boosting AI investments to enhance efficiency, driving profits and skills development amid talent shortages in the sector.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Australia's EV growth hampered by slow infrastructure rollout
Cartech

Australia's EV growth hampered by slow infrastructure rollout

Australia's slow rollout of EV infrastructure, especially in apartments and regional areas, is curbing electric vehicle growth despite rising sales in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Ofload appoints Harmen Fredrikze as new Chief Financial Officer
Initial Public Offering

Ofload appoints Harmen Fredrikze as new Chief Financial Officer

Ofload has appointed Harmen Fredrikze as its new CFO to strengthen leadership amid growth, bringing over 20 years' experience in global tech and software firms.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Chery launches TIGGO Super Hybrid SUVs in Australia from AUD $29,990
Cartech

Chery launches TIGGO Super Hybrid SUVs in Australia from AUD $29,990

Chery launches TIGGO Super Hybrid SUVs in Australia, offering up to 1,000km range and prices from AUD $29,990 with fast charging and advanced tech.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Endava opens Perth office to boost AI support for WA industries
Digital Transformation

Endava opens Perth office to boost AI support for WA industries

Endava has opened a new Perth office to support Western Australia's energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors with AI and digital transformation services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Australian report warns of emerging risks in multi-agent AI
Risk & Compliance

Australian report warns of emerging risks in multi-agent AI

An Australian report warns the rise of multi-agent AI systems brings new risks, urging firms to adopt fresh risk management strategies beyond single-agent methods.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
WiseTech Global names Zubin Appoo as new Chief Executive
Software-as-a-Service

WiseTech Global names Zubin Appoo as new Chief Executive

WiseTech Global appoints long-time insider Zubin Appoo as Chief Executive Officer, ending its interim leadership phase and advancing succession plans.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
FNZ & Microsoft unite to transform wealth management with AI
Unified Communications

FNZ & Microsoft unite to transform wealth management with AI

FNZ and Microsoft have formed a five-year global partnership to integrate AI into wealth management, enhancing digital experiences for advisors and clients worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Fiji adopts first Pacific managed security mapped to ASD ISM
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fiji adopts first Pacific managed security mapped to ASD ISM

Fiji now has the Pacific's first managed security service aligned with the updated Australian Signals Directorate ISM, enhancing cyberdefence for local businesses.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
UC-ii launches in Australia with proven relief for joint pain
Health Technologies

UC-ii launches in Australia with proven relief for joint pain

UC-ii, a new joint supplement proven to relieve stiffness and improve mobility, has launched nationwide in Australian Go Vita stores at AUD $39.95 per month.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Figma launches AI-powered Make tool for Australian users
Artificial Intelligence

Figma launches AI-powered Make tool for Australian users

Figma has launched its AI-powered Make tool in Australia, enabling users to create interactive prototypes from natural language prompts or existing designs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Chris Hancock named 2025 Communications Ambassador at TIE Awards
Seven Network

Chris Hancock named 2025 Communications Ambassador at TIE Awards

Chris Hancock honoured as 2025 Communications Ambassador at TIE Awards for his transformative leadership at AARNet in Australia's telecom sector.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 26th Jul 2025
Delta unveils RT Pro UPS to boost reliable, green power in Australia
Hyperscale

Delta unveils RT Pro UPS to boost reliable, green power in Australia

Delta Electronics Australia launches the RT Pro UPS, offering up to 99% efficiency and eco-friendly power backup for critical sectors including IT and transport.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025