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Blue Yonder grows with acquisitions & AI as supply chains adapt

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Blue Yonder expands with acquisitions and AI, securing major clients and boosting supply chain efficiency amid inflation and regulatory challenges in Q2 2025.
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Security budgets see slowest growth in five years, report finds

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.
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Sage appoints Damon Scarr to lead APAC expansion & drive growth

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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Sage appoints Damon Scarr as General Manager for Asia Pacific to drive growth and expand its AI-powered finance solutions across the region.
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Could Bitcoin finally be 'mooning'?

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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Despite months of sideways trading amid macro challenges, Bitcoin has surged to new highs, driven by ETFs, stablecoins, and growing regulatory clarity.
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Entry-level 3D printers drive market growth as high-end falters

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.
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Why expense reporting is a strategic lever for business resilience and growth

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Expense reporting is evolving from a compliance task to a strategic tool, boosting business resilience, efficiency, and growth through real-time insights and automation.
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Exclusive: Lightspeed on why tech and AI are 'key' to hospitality's future

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Lightspeed's Asia-Pacific MD Nicole Buisson says AI and smarter tech are vital for Aussie hospitality to tackle inflation, labour costs and changing consumer habits.
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Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
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New Zealand business optimism surges as firms embrace AI gains

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Optimism among New Zealand firms hits a peak since 2021, as 45% anticipate growth, boosted by AI-driven productivity and rising customer demand in 2025.
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KX & NVIDIA launch AI Banker Agent to boost global trading

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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KX and NVIDIA have launched the AI Banker Agent, an AI system designed to enhance real-time decision-making and client service in global trading markets.
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From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Five ways CFOs can drive growth and profitability

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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In today's volatile economy, CFOs who embrace AI, continuous forecasting, and cross-functional leadership are key to driving growth and profitability.
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Bitcoin breaks the rules - but that might just be the point

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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Bitcoin defies traditional market rules, hitting new highs as investors embrace it for risk-adjusted returns and portfolio diversification.
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Vectra AI named leader in 2025 Gartner report for NDR sector

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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Vectra AI has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Network Detection and Response, highlighting its prowess in cybersecurity innovation.
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First-party fraud now top global threat, outpacing scams

Thu, 15th May 2025
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First-party fraud now tops global cyberattacks, rising to 36% of cases in 2024, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Cybercrime Report.
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Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends

Tue, 13th May 2025
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people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.
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VistaPrint report: Australian SMBs face 2025 challenges

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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VistaPrint's 2025 SMB Report reveals that while over 65% of Australian small businesses face economic challenges, half remain optimistic for the future.
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ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
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WTW launches AI tool to enhance insurer performance

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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WTW has launched Radar Vision, an AI-driven monitoring tool for insurers, aimed at enhancing business performance and growth in the insurance sector.
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Slowdown in employee pay raises forecasted for 2025

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 61% of CFOs plan to increase employee pay in 2025, marking a notable decline from previous years.
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Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing

Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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A Gartner survey reveals that 68% of US consumers feel exploited by dynamic pricing, with many preferring brands that offer consistent prices.