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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.

By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.

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Anthropic identifies AI-driven cyber-espionage campaign

Sat, 15th Nov 2025
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A China-linked group launched a major AI-driven cyber-espionage campaign targeting global firms, performing 80-90% of hacking with minimal human input.
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Hands-on Review: Zwift Ride

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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The Zwift Ride smart bike offers an immersive cycling experience with virtual racing and training for NZD $2,700 plus a $40 monthly subscription.
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Job & financial scams surge as cost pressures hit Australia & NZ

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Job and financial scams are rising in Australia and New Zealand as cost-of-living pressures drive more consumers into risky online offers, warns Trend Micro.
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Labour shortages & rising costs stall Australia's productivity

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Labour shortages, rising technology costs and low engagement are stalling Australia's productivity, with one in three firms struggling to recruit skilled workers.
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Tenable named leader in 2025 Gartner quadrant for exposure platforms

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Tenable has been named a Leader in Gartner's first 2025 Magic Quadrant for Exposure Assessment Platforms, rated highest for execution and vision.
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Supervity unveils AP AI Command Centre to automate finance tasks

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Supervity launches its AP AI Command Centre to automate invoice-to-pay finance tasks, cutting processing times by 90% and boosting payment accuracy for firms.
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Cloudsmith unveils MCP Server to bridge AI & developer tools

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Cloudsmith launches MCP Server, enabling AI assistants like Claude and CoPilot to integrate seamlessly into developers' workflows with built-in security and governance.
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Marketers struggle to prepare for AI-driven, click-less journeys

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Most marketers feel unprepared for AI-driven, click-less customer journeys despite 62% expecting them to be common within a year, reveals new research.
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Xero research shows small firms lag on AI

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Research reveals many small businesses in Australia, the UK and US are cautious about AI, despite growing confidence and benefits like time savings.
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SOTI upgrades platform to boost retail device security & speed

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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SOTI upgrades its ONE Platform to enhance device security, speed, and operational visibility, helping retailers boost efficiency and meet rising consumer expectations.
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From storage to strategy: Building AI business cases that deliver enterprise-wide impact

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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AI boosts productivity but drives up costs and energy use; firms must adopt integrated strategies to ensure sustainable, profitable AI adoption.
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How Ridiculous sells 115,000 iced teas in 30 days worldwide

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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YouTube group How Ridiculous sold 115,000 sugar-free iced teas in 30 days, topping Amazon US charts and selling out in Australia swiftly.
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Australian firms face world's highest cyberattack rate & losses

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Australian firms face world's highest rate of cyberattacks, with 85% suffering major impacts and many paying ransoms exceeding USD $1 million.
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Australian IT firms win top Asia Pacific innovation awards

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Australian IT firms Precision IT, ASI and Fuse Technology have won top Asia Pacific awards for growth, sustainability and digital innovation at Ingram Micro's 2025 summit.
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Asia Pacific firms lead in AI spending & CEO-led strategies

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Asia Pacific firms are leading global AI investment and CEO-led strategies, outspending North America and Europe and driving rapid AI adoption across industries.
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Google Cloud & VAST unite to advance hybrid AI for enterprise

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Google Cloud partners with VAST Data to deliver hybrid AI capabilities, enabling seamless enterprise AI workloads across cloud and on-premises environments.
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Why the rise of business travel in 2025 demands stronger expense controls

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Australian outbound business travel grew 12.4% in H1 2025, boosting demand for robust expense controls amid rising global engagement and steady airfare costs.
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How women can continue to foster fulfilling high-tech careers in the AI age

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Women comprise just 20% of Australia's tech workforce, yet specialising and lifelong learning can help them thrive in the evolving AI-driven IT sector.
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Exclusive: Coevolve's Tim Sullivan warns firms on AI connectivity gap

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Enterprises rushing AI adoption risk being undermined by neglecting critical network and security layers essential for secure global connectivity, warns Coevolve CEO.
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Fortinet unveils Secure AI Data Centre to protect large models

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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Fortinet launches Secure AI Data Centre with FortiGate 3800G firewall to protect AI models and infrastructure, boosting security and cutting power use by 69%.