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Australian survey reveals risky passwords & distrust of AI

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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A survey of 1,000 Australians reveals risky password reuse and widespread distrust of AI agents in digital experiences, raising cyber security concerns.
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Poor data intake drives customer disengagement in Australia & NZ

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Poor data intake and communication methods cause significant customer disengagement in Australia and New Zealand, says Smart Communications' 2025 research.
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Australian firms face challenge of managing generational divides

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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workforce technology
Nearly all Australian employers face challenges managing generational divides, with 29% citing varied tech skills as the top issue in multigenerational teams.
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Australians set to spend AUD $10.5 billion in EOFY sales

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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payment technologies
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paypal
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online courses
Seventy-one per cent of Australians plan to shop in EOFY sales, with spending expected to hit AUD $10.5 billion amid rising cost-of-living pressures.
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Hidden travel fees cost Aussies as banks overcharge

Fri, 30th May 2025
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fintech
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generation z
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wise
78% of Australians face hidden bank fees abroad, with traditional banks charging up to seven times more than fintech providers like Wise.
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AI use in Australian shopping soars, with one in three onboard

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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One in three Australians now use AI for shopping tasks like choosing outfits and planning meals, with adoption up 45% in the past year, study finds.
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Technology helps bridge generational gaps in workplace learning

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Most L&D professionals find engaging Baby Boomers hardest in multi-generational workforces, with tech seen as key to personalised learning solutions, LearnUpon finds.
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Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends

Tue, 13th May 2025
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people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.
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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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Agentic AI helps firms boost CX satisfaction & cut costs per case

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Forethought's 2025 report reveals agentic AI boosts CX outcomes, resolving 57% more tickets and cutting costs by over 20%, outperforming traditional AI solutions.
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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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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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Generation Z challenges brands with digital preferences

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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A recent TP Business Insights report reveals Generation Z is the toughest customer demographic to support, influenced by their unique online communication styles.
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TP report shows Gen Z prefer interactive communication

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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A new report from TP reveals that Generation Z favours interactive communication, posing challenges for businesses catering to this tech-savvy cohort.
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Atlassian unveils major Trello update with AI features

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Atlassian has launched a significant update for Trello, introducing AI features to streamline task management and improve personal productivity.
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Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report

Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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A Forrester report reveals rapid advancements in digital retail payments across Asia Pacific, spotlighting growth in digital wallets and BNPL services.
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Youngkind's study reveals emerging values of 'Zalphas'

Mon, 23rd Dec 2024
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Youngkind's latest study urges businesses to connect with 'Zalphas', highlighting their influence on future consumer trends and values.
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Half of Aussie tech staff may work remotely from holidays

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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productivity
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generation z
A survey reveals half of Australian tech workers may work remotely from holiday spots, with 17% already doing so without employer notification.
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High unused leave adds pressure on Aussie workers, firms

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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Recent data shows rising unused leave among Aussie workers, raising concerns for employee well-being and productivity, with over 13 million hours accrued.
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Australians calling for ban on debit card surcharges

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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debit & credit cards
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A recent survey shows one in five Australians dislike debit card surcharges most, with younger generations particularly frustrated as the government considers a ban.