ASIC stories
Weak public trust and tighter oversight are pushing Australian and New Zealand firms to add live AI security controls before systems go into production.
The deal gives Qualcomm a stronger software layer for developers as AI workloads spread from edge devices into data centres.
The chip could cut serving costs and speed up ChatGPT and API responses as OpenAI moves deeper into custom hardware.
Rising AI inference demand is reshaping server and device design, prompting Intel to push new processors, edge systems and rackscale infrastructure.
AI attacks are pushing firms to prioritise cyber resiliency, as Everpure warns downtime can exceed ransom demands by up to 75 times.
Analyst recognition highlights rising demand for AI governance tools as banks and governments face tighter compliance risks from poor data controls.
Production users gain smaller, tougher microphones and dual-channel wireless kit as RØDE expands from capture to editing software.
Closer oversight now gives the crypto broker a route to offer payments, deposits and derivatives services to Australian customers.
Insolvencies in the industry are now more than three times the national average, as diesel, landfill levies and debt costs squeeze margins.
Recognition could help Block Earner gain credibility with mainstream borrowers as crypto-backed loans move closer to regulated consumer finance.
Law firms could cut friction in transactions as verified property, company and identity data feed directly into Legora's AI workflows.
Small firms could ease cash flow pressure as the pilot lets owners set rules for paying bills, timing and payment methods.
Australian investors gain a mobile crypto platform as IG bets rising demand and new rules will draw mainstream savers into digital assets.
Only 5 per cent of 15-to-24-year-olds feel confident investing, as new research shows most young Australians want help starting.
Australia's financial regulator sees artificial intelligence and easier rules helping startups turn a strong funding base into faster growth.
The approval lets eligible Australians borrow against crypto holdings under direct oversight, as the sector seeks clearer rules and mainstream acceptance.
Settlement could become faster and cheaper for wholesale markets, but regulators say tokenised finance still needs new rules and infrastructure.
Uncertainty over planned capital gains tax changes could deter startup funding and prompt founders, investors and talent to leave Australia.
Despite welcome AI funding, tech leaders say small firms still lack the cyber defences needed to adopt new tools safely.
Clearer rules and institutional flows are making digital assets easier for Australians to trade, particularly younger investors seeking diversification.
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