Mila stories - Page 8
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.
Contact centre agent burnout costs top AUD $20 million yearly
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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martech
Contact centre agent burnout costs Australian firms over AUD $20 million annually, driven by high turnover and costly operational challenges.
TamperedChef malware uses fake installers to target key sectors
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
The TamperedChef malware campaign targets healthcare, construction and manufacturing sectors using fake installers with valid digital signatures to spread malicious software.
Black Friday scams soar as fake brand emails target shoppers globally
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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malware
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data protection
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email security
Over half of Black Friday-themed spam emails are scams, with fraudsters impersonating brands like Amazon to steal personal data worldwide.
AI training helps regional not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 a year
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
A free AI training programme across regional New Zealand helps not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 annually, boosting efficiency and staff confidence.
Defence wins Premierships: What sports teach us about cybersecurity
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Barracuda's Managed XDR cybersecurity uses a premiership-style defence approach, aligning threat response like an elite footy team's disciplined defence.
Sama launches Bulk Annotation to boost AI labelling by 80%
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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genai
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ml
Sama has launched Bulk Annotation, boosting AI labelling speed by 80% and cutting inconsistencies by 25% through collective data annotation.
MyRepsoft unveils AI platform to automate financial data entry
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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financial systems
Auckland's MyRepsoft has launched an AI platform that automates financial data entry, cutting labour costs and boosting efficiency by 85% for enterprises.
Australian & NZ firms struggle with poor data amid AI ambitions
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Australian and New Zealand firms face poor-quality data and siloed systems, hindering AI ambitions despite pressure to boost data-driven insights and business value.
AI transforms New Zealand jobs as entry-level hiring slows
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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ai ethics & governance
A study shows 87% of New Zealand firms face AI-driven job changes, with entry-level hiring slowing and a growing focus on reskilling and AI training.
Zendesk integrates AI-powered tools into Microsoft 365
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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hcm
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rpa
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microsoft
Zendesk integrates AI-powered support tools into Microsoft 365, enabling seamless employee service in IT, HR and Finance within familiar apps.
Why memory will define the next era of AI agents
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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llms
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ai
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agentic ai
The next era of AI agents will be defined by memory, enabling them to retain context and build trust, shifting from brittle tools to adaptable collaborators.
Chinese AI coding tool deepens security risk on sensitive triggers
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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supply chain
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ai security
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genai
Chinese AI coding tool DeepSeek-R1 produces up to 50% more insecure code on sensitive topics, revealing supply chain risks for enterprises using AI assistants.
Oracle's AI assistant simplifies analytics through conversation
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hcm
Oracle launches an AI assistant in its Analytics Cloud, enabling users to query data in natural language and gain insights without complex tools.
New Zealand jobs rise but wages & hours fall amid caution
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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ai
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employment hero
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hires
New Zealand jobs rose 4.5% over the year, yet wages slipped and hours fell, as workers juggle multiple roles amid ongoing employer caution.
Schneider Electric launches SF6-free switchgear for green grids
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Schneider Electric unveils GM AirSeT, an SF6-free primary switchgear using pure air to boost grid reliability and comply with new EU environmental rules.
Tamr unveils Curator Hub to boost AI data quality with humans
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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genai
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llms
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ai
Tamr launches Curator Hub, combining AI and human oversight to improve complex data quality and support enterprises' generative AI projects.
Red Hat launches Project Hummingbird for zero-CVE images
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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devops
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application security
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supply chain
Red Hat launches Project Hummingbird, offering zero-CVE container images to boost app security and speed for its subscription customers.
Hidden API in Comet AI browser exposes users to device takeovers
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chrome
A hidden API in the Comet AI browser can let extensions execute commands and seize control of users' devices, raising serious security concerns.
7 critical red flags that your payroll is in crisis
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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hcm
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data privacy
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opinion
Seven major red flags signal payroll trouble, from compliance failures to data breaches, errors, slow responses, complexity, unreliable software, and poor reporting.
Microsoft & VAST Data partner to bring AI OS to Azure cloud
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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cloud security
Microsoft and VAST Data join forces to integrate VAST's AI operating system with Azure, boosting scalable AI workload performance in the Asia-Pacific region.