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AI is inevitable: The only choice is to adapt or stagnate
Data Analytics

AI is inevitable: The only choice is to adapt or stagnate

AI adoption is crucial for businesses to thrive, not just survive, amid fears of job losses; embracing AI boosts productivity and job evolution.

By Adhil Badat • 5 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Agentic AI: Redefining how we work with technology
Supply Chain

Agentic AI: Redefining how we work with technology

Agentic AI is transforming Australian businesses, enabling smarter, faster decisions and reshaping innovation, productivity and growth strategies.

By George Harb • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Aimer Farming unveils AI toolset to boost farm profitability
Agricultural Technology

Aimer Farming unveils AI toolset to boost farm profitability

Aimer Farming has unveiled Aimer Vision, an AI tool aimed at enhancing dairy profitability by up to USD $400 per hectare for New Zealand farmers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
AI transforming manufacturing, boosting productivity by 188%
Unified Communications

AI transforming manufacturing, boosting productivity by 188%

TeamViewer's new report reveals that 71% of manufacturing leaders expect AI to significantly boost productivity, despite 76% voicing data security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Manufacturing leaders to tackle digital transformation challenges
Manufacturing

Manufacturing leaders to tackle digital transformation challenges

Object Edge will host the Manufacturing Edge Leadership Summit, focusing on digital transformation to tackle key challenges in the sector amid economic turbulence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Report highlights AI's rise & challenges in manufacturing
EduTech

Report highlights AI's rise & challenges in manufacturing

TeamViewer's new report reveals a surge in AI adoption among manufacturers, with 78% using it weekly, highlighting its transformative role amid global challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
AI tools revolutionise hospitality guest interaction
Customer Relationship Management

AI tools revolutionise hospitality guest interaction

The hospitality sector embraces AI to enhance guest experiences, as SevenRooms launches innovative tools promising to streamline operations and reduce costs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Transforming manufacturing: The power of AI in Industry 5.0
Data Analytics

Transforming manufacturing: The power of AI in Industry 5.0

As manufacturing gears up for Industry 5.0, AI investments in the Asia Pacific are set to rise, boosting productivity by USD $1.6 trillion by 2027.

By Terry Smagh • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
NVIDIA unveils GR00T N1 model for humanoid robotics
Robotics

NVIDIA unveils GR00T N1 model for humanoid robotics

NVIDIA has launched the GR00T N1, a versatile foundation model for humanoid robots, aiming to enhance robot development and address global labour shortages.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
ProGlove unveils MAI, an AI wearable for warehouses
Human Capital Management

ProGlove unveils MAI, an AI wearable for warehouses

ProGlove has launched MAI, an AI-driven wearable device aimed at boosting warehouse productivity and supporting an ageing workforce.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push
Robotics

Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push

Yamaha Motor has agreed to acquire Robotics Plus, launching Yamaha Agriculture to enhance precision farming with autonomous equipment and AI-driven solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Labour Shortage stories

UK fulfilment warehouses 85% automated by 2030, study finds
Data Analytics

UK fulfilment warehouses 85% automated by 2030, study finds

By 2030, over 85% of UK fulfilment warehouses will be automated, driven by AI advances and robotics, says Impact Express report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Singapore could gain SGD $53 billion from AI productivity over the next decade
Phishing

Singapore could gain SGD $53 billion from AI productivity over the next decade

Singapore could boost its economy by SGD $53 billion by 2080 through AI-driven productivity gains, transforming healthcare and cybersecurity sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist
Digital Transformation

AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist

Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Airwallex sees 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024
Artificial Intelligence

Airwallex sees 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024

Airwallex has reported a staggering 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024, spurred by booming transaction volumes and significant customer growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia
Artificial Intelligence

AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia

As businesses ramp up their AI investments, a new report reveals 27% of HR professionals now see workforce upskilling as their top challenge for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
AI, leadership, cybersecurity skills soar in global demand
DevOps

AI, leadership, cybersecurity skills soar in global demand

Udemy's Q4 2024 Learning Index reveals soaring enrolments in AI (58%), leadership (42%), and cybersecurity (47%), signalling a global upskilling trend.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Diverse construction industry amplifies success on Women's Day
DevOps

Diverse construction industry amplifies success on Women's Day

As International Women's Day approaches, the construction sector must embrace diversity to tap into untapped talent and drive innovation, experts say.

By Agustina Amaya • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025