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Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts
Inflation

Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts

A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians
Artificial Intelligence

LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians

LinkedIn's research reveals that 59% of Australians are eyeing new jobs in 2025, yet 51% face ghosting from employers amid a challenging market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024
EduTech

CBRIN boosts ACT economy with AUD $196 million GSP in 2024

The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles
Digital Transformation

Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles

Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Litera acquires Office & Dragons to boost legal tech
Generative AI

Litera acquires Office & Dragons to boost legal tech

Litera has acquired Office & Dragons to enhance its legal tech offerings, leveraging automation and AI to improve document workflows for legal professionals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model
Blockchain

Kiwi firm Orb360 enters Australian market via India model

New Zealand firm Orb360 is set to enter the Australian market, employing a unique model that pairs Kiwi accountants with counterparts in India.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Global Stories

Employment stories

Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles
Software-as-a-Service

Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles

Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Candidates receive fewer job offers in cooling market
Human Capital Management

Candidates receive fewer job offers in cooling market

A recent Gartner study reveals a drop in job offers, with only 63% of candidates receiving offers in Q3 2024, down from 73% last year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years
Artificial Intelligence

Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years

A global survey reveals over half of businesses predict AI will replace 10% of job roles in the next five years, signalling significant workforce shifts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Surprising trends in AI job postings across Australia
Data Analytics

Surprising trends in AI job postings across Australia

A new analysis reveals that job postings mentioning Generative AI have tripled in Australia, highlighting varied adoption trends across sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

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Hertsmere approves Europe's largest AI data centre plans
Clean technologies

Hertsmere approves Europe's largest AI data centre plans

Hertsmere Borough Council has approved DC01UK's plans for a vast data centre, set to be Europe's largest, with a £3.75 billion investment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
EduTech

Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success

A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Codatech rebrands to Finity, unveils 'recfintech' platform
Fintech

Codatech rebrands to Finity, unveils 'recfintech' platform

Software provider Codatech has rebranded as Finity, launching a new recfintech platform to streamline recruitment payments for the temporary sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration
Quantum Computing

UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration

The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders
Financial Systems

Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders

A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Singapore workers embrace AI but fear revealing usage
Artificial Intelligence

Singapore workers embrace AI but fear revealing usage

A Slack report reveals 52% of Singaporean workers use AI, yet 45% are hesitant to disclose this, fearing perceptions of incompetence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Dec 2024
ScotlandIS launches 2025 tech industry survey for insights
Digital Transformation

ScotlandIS launches 2025 tech industry survey for insights

ScotlandIS has launched its annual Technology Industry survey, seeking insights from the tech sector to inform its 2025 report amidst ongoing challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024