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The real risk isn't AI outperforming you; It's leaders thinking it can
Generative AI

The real risk isn't AI outperforming you; It's leaders thinking it can

The true AI threat is not machines replacing us, but leaders mistakenly granting flawed AI too much autonomy in decision-making, risking harm.

By Edson Porto • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
HubSpot's Helen Russell on building trust in AI-driven workplaces
Digital Transformation

HubSpot's Helen Russell on building trust in AI-driven workplaces

Helen Russell of HubSpot reveals how trust and openness are key to embedding AI in workplaces, boosting adoption and reshaping organisational culture.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
HubSpot on navigating exponential change in the age of AI
DevOps

HubSpot on navigating exponential change in the age of AI

At HubSpot's GROW ANZ event, VP Scott Brinker urged marketers to harness AI and agility to stay ahead amidst a surge to 15,000 marketing tech solutions by 2025.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of

The MOVA Z50 Ultra robot vacuum, priced at AUD $2,099, offers smart, efficient cleaning with AI sensing and self-washing mop, making chores effortless.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
AI agents are more than just a tech trend, but we must balance innovation with responsibility
Digital Transformation

AI agents are more than just a tech trend, but we must balance innovation with responsibility

Nvidia's CEO calls AI agents a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity, highlighting their potential to transform tech with autonomy and emotional intelligence.

By Samudhra Sendhil • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Working from home not to blame for Australia's productivity slump
Application Performance Monitoring

Working from home not to blame for Australia's productivity slump

Australia's productivity slump is linked to outdated systems and processes, not working from home, says Australian Productivity Commission study.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Global Stories

Productivity stories

Exclusive: Oracle's Meredith Rowan on embracing AI agents to boost productivity
Software-as-a-Service

Exclusive: Oracle's Meredith Rowan on embracing AI agents to boost productivity

Enterprise finance teams in Australasia are adopting AI agents to automate manual tasks, boosting productivity and transforming finance leadership roles.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Zoom AI Companion expands integrations & features for productivity
Customer Relationship Management

Zoom AI Companion expands integrations & features for productivity

Zoom's AI Companion now integrates with 16 apps including ServiceNow and Jira, enhancing productivity by automating tasks within its platform and beyond.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
The lost art of writing things down
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The lost art of writing things down

In cybersecurity and coding, slowing down to write ideas by hand fosters deeper thinking and clarity, countering today's rush for AI-driven automation.

By Javvad Malik • 6 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Productivity stories

UK SMEs lag behind larger firms in adopting artificial intelligence
Digital Transformation

UK SMEs lag behind larger firms in adopting artificial intelligence

UK SMEs adopt AI tools far less than larger firms, risking innovation and competitiveness as only 24% invest in AI or staff training, says new report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025
Complementary collaboration: why partners need to do more with unified communications
Unified Communications

Complementary collaboration: why partners need to do more with unified communications

UK partners in unified communications can boost value by enhancing Microsoft Teams and Webex with advanced features, driving collaboration and revenue growth.

By Matthew Worboys • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Workspace 365 updates platform to boost engagement & combat isolation
Hybrid & Remote Work

Workspace 365 updates platform to boost engagement & combat isolation

Workspace 365's latest update introduces Communities to boost employee engagement and tackle isolation in remote and hybrid work environments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
New Zealand government unveils national strategy for AI adoption
Digital Transformation

New Zealand government unveils national strategy for AI adoption

New Zealand unveils its first national AI strategy to boost business innovation and GDP by NZD $76 billion by 2038, focusing on responsible adoption and skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Empowering educators in an AI world
EduTech

Empowering educators in an AI world

Over 60% of UK educators use AI to personalise learning and streamline tasks, with universities supporting them to lead creatively in the AI-driven future.

By Dom Gore • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025
Exclusive: Inside Singapore's AI push with Temus' Matt Johnson
Large Language Models

Exclusive: Inside Singapore's AI push with Temus' Matt Johnson

Matt Johnson of Temus highlights Singapore's AI success lies in strategic, cautious deployment and real-world learning, beyond mere prompting hype.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
Tricentis unveils AI tools to revolutionise enterprise software testing
DevOps

Tricentis unveils AI tools to revolutionise enterprise software testing

Tricentis launches AI innovations, including Remote MCP servers and Agentic Test Automation, promising up to 85% time savings in enterprise software testing.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Atlassian enhances Loom with new features to boost productivity
Marketing Technologies

Atlassian enhances Loom with new features to boost productivity

Atlassian upgrades Loom with new AI-powered video tools to boost team productivity and ease knowledge sharing across organisations, cutting time spent searching for information.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025