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Why your export business should adopt AI-infused tax tech in FY2026
Fintech

Why your export business should adopt AI-infused tax tech in FY2026

Australian exporters using outdated tax software risk fines and delays; adopting AI-infused compliance tech in FY2026 offers speed and accuracy benefits.

By Chris Calverley • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Silverpush unveils AI tool for brand safety on TikTok ads
Marketing Technologies

Silverpush unveils AI tool for brand safety on TikTok ads

Silverpush launches AI-powered Silverpush Mirrors for TikTok, enhancing brand safety and campaign optimisation for advertisers on the platform.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Jun 2025
Newell Brands harnesses Adobe AI to boost content creation speed
Customer Experience

Newell Brands harnesses Adobe AI to boost content creation speed

Newell Brands boosts content creation speed by up to 75% using Adobe AI tools across brands like Sharpie and Rubbermaid, enhancing marketing efficiency.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel
Artificial Intelligence

AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Romano's unveils first brand campaign featuring AI artwork
Generative AI

Romano's unveils first brand campaign featuring AI artwork

Romano's has launched its first-ever brand campaign, using generative AI to create Italian art-inspired adverts with a distinct New Zealand twist.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Video & influencer strategies seen as key for B2B marketers
Customer Experience

Video & influencer strategies seen as key for B2B marketers

LinkedIn research reveals Asia-Pacific B2B marketers prioritise video and influencer strategies to capture attention amid growing campaign challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
How Norby the language robot is more than just a companion
Robotics

How Norby the language robot is more than just a companion

Norby, an AI-powered language robot supporting over 30 languages, was showcased by founder Adrian Mullan at Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas.

By Moritz Florian • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn
Artificial Intelligence

Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn

Awareness of retail fraud surges via social media, with risks looming at USD $107bn by 2029 as consumers grow tempted and acceptance rises.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware
Malware

Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware

Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.

By Erich Kron • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Alibaba releases VACE, an open-source AI video editor
Digital Entertainment

Alibaba releases VACE, an open-source AI video editor

Alibaba launches Wan2.1-VACE, an open-source AI model combining video generation and editing, streamlining content creation for various media platforms.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Asian social trends reshape UK social media & influencer scene
Crypto

Asian social trends reshape UK social media & influencer scene

Asian social media trends like live shopping and user-generated content are rapidly reshaping the UK influencer scene, Kolsquare reports.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
EU urges social media ad checks to tackle €4.3bn scam crisis
Social Media

EU urges social media ad checks to tackle €4.3bn scam crisis

EU member states urge social media firms to verify advertisers to curb a EUR €4.3bn investment scam crisis sweeping across Europe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise
Physical Security

Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise

Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Gen X influencers spark brand interest as social media booms
Partner Programmes

Gen X influencers spark brand interest as social media booms

Gen X influencers aged 45+ are gaining traction as brands invest in mid-life creators to engage diverse audiences across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social Media stories

Digimune launches cyber risk protection across Australia with AWN
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Digimune launches cyber risk protection across Australia with AWN

Digimune teams with AWN Insurance to launch comprehensive cyber risk protection across Australia for individuals and businesses amid rising digital threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jun 2025
Report finds legacy tech & budgets hinder UK public sector AI
Unified Communications

Report finds legacy tech & budgets hinder UK public sector AI

A report finds UK public sector hampered by legacy tech and budget limits, delaying AI adoption and digital transformation despite rising citizen expectations.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
Free creative industry workshops announced for West Yorkshire
Marketing Technologies

Free creative industry workshops announced for West Yorkshire

Free workshops on branding, AI, and sales will support creative businesses in West Yorkshire, hosted by Unity Enterprise at Leeds Media Centre.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
Ofcom sets strict new online safety rules to protect children
Marketing Technologies

Ofcom sets strict new online safety rules to protect children

Ofcom introduces strict Online Safety Act rules by July, forcing UK tech firms to shield children from harmful content like self-harm, abuse, and risky challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Apr 2025