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Enterprises struggling to scale AI pilots may get a simpler route to production, with tighter data access, memory and governance controls.
Rising AI spend and a modular rebuild are set to reshape Iress' wealth software as it names a new Group Chief Technology Officer.
But data quality and integration are slowing deployment, as most brands in Australia and New Zealand remain unable to scale agentic AI.
The hire signals a sharper regional push as Cornerstone seeks to win more HR software business across Asia Pacific and Japan amid fierce competition.
Private demand for early abuse recognition is lifting Heard, with 1,500 April downloads and more than 26% of users moving to paid plans.
Cloud operators can now sell AI infrastructure with validated software controls, as Rafay joins an early NVIDIA-approved group for production deployments.
The UK quantum computing sector gained a major boost as Quantum Motion secured one of Europe's largest financings, drawing fresh specialist backing.
Tax changes could curb early-stage investment even as the Federal Budget backs critical minerals, AI and renewable project delivery.
The Malaysian site is part of AUD $1 billion of investment and gives NEXTDC a base for AI and cloud customers across Southeast Asia.
Price promotions are steering many Australians towards less nutritious groceries, with 83% backing more supermarket discounts on healthier food.
Most Australian organisations are using or planning AI agents for security tasks before formal controls are in place, Semperis found.
The recognition boosts Atturra's data and integration push as it expands into North America and Greater China, with Boomi backing its customer results.
The deal aims to speed routine legal and compliance work for private capital firms by linking it to fund administration and portfolio data.
AI skills are pushing up salaries across Australian workplaces, with employers struggling to price talent amid fierce competition.
Property firms face tighter anti-money laundering checks as PEXA Clear expands into home building, real estate and advisory businesses.
Business groups welcomed the Budget's productivity push, but warned small firms and agencies still lack the skills to deliver it.
A Sydney council is using Milestone's video and analytics platform to improve public safety, traffic visibility and security across more than 110 facilities.
Referral-led IT firms risk missing enquiries as local search can still be won with Google profiles, reviews and city-specific pages.
Targeted LinkedIn and Meta ads can keep IT buyers engaged for months, improving pipeline influence when deals stall and budgets drag.
Social media is helping Australian independents win customers from larger rivals with far smaller budgets and faster, more targeted campaigns.
