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AI use surges in global mobility, but governance lags
Data Protection

AI use surges in global mobility, but governance lags

The technology is spreading fast across mobility teams, but only 6% have embedded it into structured workflows and controls remain patchy.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
AI reshapes entry-level work, leaders warn on skills
Digital Transformation

AI reshapes entry-level work, leaders warn on skills

Young recruits are being pushed to show judgement and adaptability sooner as AI strips routine tasks from graduate roles, executives said.

By Mark Tarre • 7 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs
Gaming

Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs

Young jobseekers may struggle without AI literacy and broader soft skills as employers seek staff who can manage digital tools responsibly.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
CyberPath study says barriers block cyber job entry
Risk & Compliance

CyberPath study says barriers block cyber job entry

Australians seeking cyber security jobs face costly certification hurdles and vague entry rules, leaving employers short of qualified applicants.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026

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Western Sydney University rolls out Copilot to all staff
Digital Transformation

Western Sydney University rolls out Copilot to all staff

The move gives staff and research students access to AI tools aimed at saving time on admin and preparing graduates for a changing labour market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation
Risk & Compliance

Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation

Only four in 10 Singapore professionals say they can spot AI misinformation, prompting a year-long reading drive for better judgement.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2026
London workers lead UK in AI use as hiring rebounds
Human Capital Management

London workers lead UK in AI use as hiring rebounds

London's labour market is recovering, with small firms hiring again as AI use and confidence among workers outpace the UK average.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts
Digital Transformation

Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts

Workers in Australia are more worried than global peers about automation, even as 57% use AI tools to hunt for jobs or prepare for interviews.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Australia backs new AI office as tech leaders urge standards
Digital Transformation

Australia backs new AI office as tech leaders urge standards

The new agency could shape how Australian firms adopt AI, with leaders warning that standards and security will decide whether gains outweigh risk.

By Mark Tarre • 8 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
AI Appreciation Day spotlights India's growth stakes
Data Protection

AI Appreciation Day spotlights India's growth stakes

Indian firms and schools face a widening AI skills gap as leaders warn of productivity gains, job disruption and ethical risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Australia's tech leaders back Albanese's AI strategy
Data centers

Australia's tech leaders back Albanese's AI strategy

Executives said clearer rules could speed adoption, ease copyright disputes and help Australia turn AI into a commercial edge in mining and retail.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Microsoft backs Australian Government AI framework
DataCentre infrastructure

Microsoft backs Australian Government AI framework

Backing from a major tech investor strengthens Canberra's push for central AI rules as businesses seek clarity and Australians weigh safeguards.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
AI literacy & cyber safety vital for young workers
Data Protection

AI literacy & cyber safety vital for young workers

Employers are being urged to make AI literacy and cyber safety core training, as young workers face a tighter labour market and rising online threats.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Industry welcomes Australia's new National Office of AI
Data Protection

Industry welcomes Australia's new National Office of AI

New oversight is set to shape AI rules, but businesses say success will hinge on practical guidance, skills and sustained investment.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Australian Computer Society backs Office of AI plan
Digital Transformation

Australian Computer Society backs Office of AI plan

The proposed watchdog could shape AI regulation and skills policy as Australia tries to avoid fragmented oversight and a shortage of trained workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Tuanz urges trust rules for New Zealand generative AI
Data Protection

Tuanz urges trust rules for New Zealand generative AI

Public confidence may decide whether generative AI delivers up to USD $76 billion for New Zealand by 2038, TUANZ said.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
AI confidence gap opens between senior & junior staff
Software-as-a-Service

AI confidence gap opens between senior & junior staff

Many workers are being left to learn AI on their own, with junior staff far less confident than senior leaders, a survey shows.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026