Yajush Gupta

This week, five startups raised over $105 million to automate M&A, cloud storage, digital chores, product adoption and gym management.

Microsoft Australia has signed a historic agreement with the Australian Council of Trade Unions that gives workers and unions a formal say in how AI systems are designed and used in Australian workplaces.

This week’s Founder Friday, we meet Baci Hillyer, who lost her family at 15 and created an AI guiding thousands through end-of-life planning.

Australians are rebalancing their portfolios dramatically. 75% plan to increase US exposure while 67% are doubling down on local markets. The strategy reflects confidence despite geopolitical concerns.

29 Australian wine and beauty brands just made over 200 business connections in India. Murray Spence, Austrade Trade Commissioner, reveals why consistency beats one-off pitches.

Minister Farrell reveals 40 industry bodies selected for new network designed to help Australian businesses expand into the Middle East, Southeast Asia and beyond.

Progress Software’s Chief AI Officer explains why agentic RAG and compact models will define success as organisations shift from AI pilots to scalable platforms.

Maurice Zicman from TP reveals how AI is automating returns and pushing store credit over refunds as retailers fight January’s cashflow crunch.

Industry experts share practical strategies for developing workforce skills without big budgets, from peer learning and mentorship to leveraging free digital resources strategically.

A stronger-than-expected retail result for November has heightened RBA rate hike risks, with economists warning the February board meeting could deliver an increase