Welcome to AI Weekly, where we delve into the cutting-edge and ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence and bring you concise yet comprehensive summaries of the most exciting AI developments. Australians consider embracing AI for black friday/cyber Monday deals A UserTesting survey reveals that 53% of Australians are considering using AI for Black Friday and […]
There’s no doubt that Australian small businesses are navigating turbulent waters. New research reveals that 85% of Australia’s 2.3 million small businesses are unaware of the pending changes to the Privacy Act that will incur new obligations around the handling of personal information for small businesses, further impacting SMBs in 2024. Furthermore, the trials […]
At the recent Migration Institute of Australia conference in Sydney, the Department of Home Affairs shed light on significant changes within Australia’s migration program, with an emphasis on improving the skilled migration system. The Department presented insights into the program’s overhaul as the existing program was deemed “not fit for purpose” due to unclear […]
New research by VistaPrint, the leading design and marketing partner to Australian small businesses, today reveals how SMBs are preparing to conquer the festive season. One in three (36%) of SMB owners reveal they typically generate between 11-20% of their annual revenue during November and December, in the lead up to Christmas. In 2022, […]
The Access Group has recently unveiled a significant initiative, earmarking $100,000 in Small Business Software Grants for ten carefully selected businesses. Alongside this generous financial support, the company is also offering complimentary software health checks to all entrants, aimed at diagnosing and addressing software-related challenges faced by businesses. Against the backdrop of a concerning […]
Applications are now open, and four companies will be selected for the first round of the new Cremorne Digital Hub (CDH) Scaleup Program. Addressing the ecosystem’s growing pains which threaten to drive Australia’s next generation of tech unicorns offshore, Cremorne Digital Hub’s Scaleup Program powered by Boab aims to fuel the next level of […]
The Australian government has ushered in changes to the Privacy Act that will have a profound impact on the approximately 2.3 million small businesses operating across the country. Previously, businesses with an annual turnover of $3 million or less were exempt from the Act, meaning they had no obligation to keep personal information secure […]
In an era marked by the rapid evolution of technology, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense promise for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantages. However, as SMEs embark on the journey of AI adoption, they are confronted with a myriad of ethical challenges that demand careful consideration. […]
Effectively managing cash flow during the Christmas and summer holidays presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses across various sectors. While some industries, such as retail, hospitality, and the food and beverage sectors, often experience a surge in activity, others may grapple with a slowdown in sales as regular consumers take time off or […]
Fastly found that businesses, on average, experienced 49 cyberattacks this year. The data also shows that these attacks directly led to a significant financial blow, with businesses in the region losing a substantial 9% of their revenue over the past 12 months. However, financial damage is not the only result of cyberattacks. Australian and New […]