The recent findings from a CreditorWatch survey shed light on a significant challenge faced by Australian businesses, with over 80% of respondents reporting the detrimental impact of late payments on their growth trajectory in the last six months. The study underscores the pervasive issue, emphasizing that a substantial 37% of businesses have become accustomed […]
About 95 per cent of businesses in Australia are classified as small-to-medium businesses, and many of them are approaching the busiest time of the year – one that effectively bolsters their coffers for the year ahead. We undertook a survey of SMBs and consumers in the US (a market which mirrors Australia’s) and found that 75 […]
As economic growth continues to lag, a survey indicates the majority of Australian business owners will be more conservative about borrowing and investing in their businesses next year. A startling 90 per cent of businesses will be more cautious about borrowing money, while 69 per cent will hold off on investments such as purchasing equipment or […]
Google’s generative AI chatbot, Bard, is receiving a significant upgrade with the integration of Gemini, Google’s latest and most advanced AI model. According to the company, this enhancement will bring advanced reasoning, planning, understanding, and other capabilities to Bard. Introducing Gemini 1.0, our most capable and general AI model yet. Built natively to be […]
Here’s a recap of recent funding developments from Australia, India, the US and beyond. Leonardo.Ai raises $47 million to empower creativity with AI Australian GenAI startup, Leonardo.Ai, has successfully raised AUD$47 million (USD$31 million) from investors such as Blackbird, Side Stage Ventures, Smash Capital, TIRTA Ventures, Gaorong Capital, and Samsung Next. The platform has […]
There is no point in having fantastic technology if no one wants it or if it cannot be used to solve their problems. Tracie Thompson HackHunter, an innovative Australian startup, is on a mission to fortify the security of WiFi technologies. HackHunter specialises in pinpointing WiFi threats with remarkable precision Tracie, with a history […]
Cisco is launching networking and security products to assist small and medium businesses (SMBs) in Asia-Pacific. These products, including Cisco Catalyst™ 1200 and 1300 Series switches and Cisco Meraki MX, simplify and speed up network and security setup, designed to fit the specific needs and budget of SMBs. The new Catalyst switches streamline network […]
Measuring environment, social, and governance (ESG) performance is about more than ticking off a checklist or playing it safe. Instead, it’s a pathway for businesses to innovate and grow sustainably. The majority of Australian businesses (93 per cent) recognise that ESG performance is relevant to the enterprise value of organisations. Additionally, customer retention (41 […]
In a bid to spread holiday cheer and support SMEs in Australia, Localsearch has announced an exciting Christmas Giveaway. Valued at an impressive $30,000, the giveaway comprises digital marketing solutions aimed at empowering SMBs for success in the upcoming year. To participate in this generous initiative, small businesses are invited to complete a form, […]
Small business proprietors have a limited 25-day window to rectify overdue forms using the Small Business Lodgment Penalty Amnesty Program. The amnesty, concluding on December 31, 2023, specifically targets late lodgment penalties for small business income tax returns, fringe benefits tax (FBT) returns, and business activity statements (BAS) initially due between December 1, 2019, […]