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Aussies slammed with hidden fees while using bank cards abroad
Fintech

Aussies slammed with hidden fees while using bank cards abroad

New research reveals 78% of Aussie travellers face hidden bank card fees abroad, with charges costing some up to AUD $4,000 annually on holidays.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Australian SMEs lose time to payment inefficiencies, survey finds
Fintech

Australian SMEs lose time to payment inefficiencies, survey finds

Australian SMEs face major challenges with slow cash flow and payment reconciliation, losing hours weekly and risking $50,000–200,000 in disputes, Adyen finds.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms
Ransomware

Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms

New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Telstra study finds missed revenue due to weak networks
Unified Communications

Telstra study finds missed revenue due to weak networks

Research by Telstra suggests a lack of professional networks among senior leaders in large Australian organisations could cost AUD $53 billion annually.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users
Malware

Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users

Telstra has unveiled its free Device Security Essentials to help safeguard Australian mobile users against rising online threats and scams.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
OAIC: Healthcare providers prime targets for cyber criminals
Data Protection

OAIC: Healthcare providers prime targets for cyber criminals

The OAIC's latest report reveals healthcare providers as prime targets for cyber criminals, prompting urgent action calls from AUCyber and public concern.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Global Stories

YouGov stories

Survey shows outdated tech frustrates UK & US consumers
Digital Transformation

Survey shows outdated tech frustrates UK & US consumers

A YouGov survey reveals growing dissatisfaction with customer service in the US and UK, as 69% of consumers blame outdated technology for their frustrations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues
DevOps

Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues

Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces
Generative AI

Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces

A new study reveals that generative AI is enhancing productivity in Australian and New Zealand workplaces, with many saving over two hours daily.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Study reveals UK consumer confusion over fibre broadband
Unified Communications

Study reveals UK consumer confusion over fibre broadband

A new study reveals 77% of UK consumers are unaware that part-copper broadband can be marketed as 'fibre', prompting calls for clearer regulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Australians trim grocery shopping as prices continue to rise
eCommerce

Australians trim grocery shopping as prices continue to rise

With grocery prices soaring in Australia, a new survey reveals 56% of shoppers are returning sweet treats amid rising living costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

YouGov stories

Half of UK online shoppers shun retailers with slow refunds
Supply Chain

Half of UK online shoppers shun retailers with slow refunds

Over half of UK online shoppers would avoid retailers slow to refund returns, expecting refunds within 2-3 days, survey finds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
London leads UK in AI adoption as North faces growing gap
Digital Transformation

London leads UK in AI adoption as North faces growing gap

Survey reveals stark AI adoption gap: 82% of London firms value AI for strategy, against 44% in the North, urging northern businesses to act fast.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
UK businesses face barriers in adopting AI technologies
Digital Transformation

UK businesses face barriers in adopting AI technologies

New research reveals that UK businesses face significant hurdles to AI adoption, including lack of expertise, high costs, and uncertainties around investment returns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
AI could be key to restoring consumer trust in Singapore
Customer Experience

AI could be key to restoring consumer trust in Singapore

A Salesforce report reveals a significant drop in consumer trust among Singaporeans, with 75% of respondents seeking more consistent interactions and AI solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Edinburgh tops UK demand for encrypted messaging apps
Data Protection

Edinburgh tops UK demand for encrypted messaging apps

Edinburgh tops the UK in searches for encrypted messaging apps, with 16 inquiries per 1,000 residents, highlighting growing concern for digital privacy.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
Milieu Insight appoints Sundip Chahal as new CEO
Marketing Technologies

Milieu Insight appoints Sundip Chahal as new CEO

Milieu Insight has named Sundip Chahal as CEO, tasking him with expanding the company's reach into the US and UK while strengthening its Southeast Asian market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024