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Law Squared launches Cubed platform for in-house legal teams
Marketing Technologies

Law Squared launches Cubed platform for in-house legal teams

Law Squared has launched Cubed, a Microsoft 365-native legal tech platform streamlining in-house legal operations with rapid deployment and a flat annual fee.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 3rd May 2025
Revolut reports record profits in Australia & globally for 2024
Crypto

Revolut reports record profits in Australia & globally for 2024

Revolut reported record 2024 results with AUD $4.4m net profit in Australia and USD $1.0bn globally, driven by surging customers and revenues.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025
Firewalls

Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025

Lumify Group was named Cyber Security Training Business of the Year at the 2025 Australian Cyber Awards, recognising its role in boosting Australia's cyber skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
White Fox leads Australian fashion brands in global popularity
Instagram

White Fox leads Australian fashion brands in global popularity

White Fox leads as Australia's most searched fashion brand globally, with 687,220 monthly searches and millions of social media followers worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
It's the end of passwords as we know it
Malware

It's the end of passwords as we know it

Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia's secure, hassle-free future for digital access.

By Robert Vinokurov • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
A future with no passwords: Why passwordless authentication is key for cyber-resilience
Digital Transformation

A future with no passwords: Why passwordless authentication is key for cyber-resilience

As cyber threats rise and passwords fail, businesses face US$1m annual costs; passwordless authentication offers a secure, efficient future for digital access.

By Mary Attard • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Primer launches initiative to help start-ups optimise payments
EduTech

Primer launches initiative to help start-ups optimise payments

Primer launches 'Primer for Growth' to help start-ups tackle payment hurdles with free access to its advanced payment tools for one year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security

On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Binance Australia partners Jack Robinson in landmark surf deal
Crypto

Binance Australia partners Jack Robinson in landmark surf deal

Binance Australia has become the first crypto exchange to sponsor pro surfer Jack Robinson, aiming to boost Aussie awareness of blockchain and digital assets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Multinational corporations face rising tax risks amid ATO transfer pricing overhaul
Digital Transformation

Multinational corporations face rising tax risks amid ATO transfer pricing overhaul

Multinational corporations in Australia face rising tax risks as the ATO tightens transfer pricing rules, demanding faster, tech-driven compliance and detailed disclosures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025
Australian firms lag in attack surface risk management tools
Data Analytics

Australian firms lag in attack surface risk management tools

Research finds 60% of Australian firms faced security breaches from unmanaged assets, yet less than half use specialised tools to manage these risks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
ANZ to launch password-less web banking with enhanced security
Surveillance

ANZ to launch password-less web banking with enhanced security

ANZ will launch password-less web banking on ANZ Plus in mid-2025, enhancing security with passkeys and biometric authentication methods.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
AI speeds up Tasmanian wildlife monitoring & conservation work
Artificial Intelligence

AI speeds up Tasmanian wildlife monitoring & conservation work

Tasmania's WildTracker utilises AI to sort over 774,000 wildlife images, saving 900 volunteer hours and boosting conservation efforts across the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
FinTech Australia unveils 2025 Finnie Awards finalists list
Crypto

FinTech Australia unveils 2025 Finnie Awards finalists list

FinTech Australia has announced the 2025 Finnie Awards finalists, marking its 10th anniversary with a record 348 entries across diverse fintech sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Super fund cyberattacks highlight risks to Australian savings
Multi-factor authentication

Super fund cyberattacks highlight risks to Australian savings

Several Australian superannuation funds suffered cyberattacks in April 2025, compromising thousands of accounts and raising urgent security concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Social media & influencers reshape narrative ahead of election
Data Analytics

Social media & influencers reshape narrative ahead of election

Social media election chatter in Australia surges 20% with cost of living top concern amid mixed sentiment for major parties ahead of 2025 vote.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
CMF launches slimmest smartphone & three new earbuds
Near Field Communication

CMF launches slimmest smartphone & three new earbuds

Nothing's sub-brand CMF launches the Phone 2 Pro, the slimmest model yet, plus three new Buds, with pre-orders from 28 April in Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Australian enterprises increase investment in digital trust
Customer Experience

Australian enterprises increase investment in digital trust

Australian businesses lead globally in boosting investment in digital trust, focusing on fraud detection and identity verification to protect customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025