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It's the end of passwords as we know it

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia's secure, hassle-free future for digital access.
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Exclusive: Workforce skills gap hits critical point in ANZ

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Australia and New Zealand face a critical skills shortage as demand for managerial and professional roles surges, experts warn. Upskilling is urgent.
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Irrelevant data wastes hours daily as workplace AI falls short

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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A report reveals 42% of workplace information accessed is irrelevant, causing staff frustration and a daily three-hour loss in productivity.
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Ecommpay to offer free neurodiversity training in FinTech sector

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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education, learning & training
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Ecommpay offers free neurodiversity training on 20 May 2025 to partners and clients, fostering inclusive workplaces in payments and FinTech sectors.
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Gen Z Australians turning away from credit cards for BNPL

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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A new report reveals 56% of Gen Z Australians dislike credit cards, favouring debit cards and BNPL services amid rising financial stress and complexity.
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Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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blockchain
Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.
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Gen Z in Australia spend more dining out as Boomers cut back

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Research from Square reveals younger Australians, especially Gen Z, are dining out and spending more, while older generations cut back amid cost-of-living pressures.
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Majority of Australians integrate AI into daily tasks

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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millennials
A recent study by Robert Half reveals that 90% of Australian workers are integrating generative AI into their tasks, with 79% of employers actively promoting its use.
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Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise networking

Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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Series, a new social platform aimed at Gen Z, has launched with USD $3 million funding, utilising AI to enhance connections among college students.
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High-street retailers urged to embrace tech for survival

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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As high-street retailers grapple with fierce online competition and changing consumer habits, experts urge them to embrace technology and adapt strategies to thrive.
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Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products

Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.
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Thales survey reveals declining trust in digital services

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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Thales' 2025 Digital Trust Index reveals plummeting consumer trust in digital services, with 82% abandoning brands due to data privacy fears.
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Salesforce & TripADeal unveil AI-enhanced travel showcase

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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A recent YouGov survey reveals that 59% of Australian travellers crave personalised travel experiences, sparking innovation from TripADeal and Salesforce.
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SevenRooms launches text marketing for Aussie hospitality

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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cdp
SevenRooms has launched Text Marketing, a service designed to boost engagement for Australian eateries through SMS and WhatsApp, harnessing a 94% open rate.
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EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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clean technologies
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microsoft
EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
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Gen Z & millennials prioritise quality amid cost crisis

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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cloud services
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sustainability
New research reveals Gen Z and millennials are transforming luxury shopping habits by prioritising quality, sustainability, and secure payments during the cost-of-living crisis.
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Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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millennials
New research from ELMO Software reveals Gen Z workers are driving workplace change, prioritising pay rises and job stability over traditional loyalties.
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HR leaders turn to AI for employee wellbeing focus

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Aconso's latest research highlights that 72% of HR leaders are increasingly turning to AI and automation to tackle rising workloads while enhancing employee wellbeing.
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Aussies wary of friendships with their bosses, survey finds

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 70% of Australians prefer keeping professional boundaries, with only 20% describing friendly ties with their bosses.
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AI & design tools transforming job applications in 2024

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.