Australian employees financial wellness at all-time low

Organizations risk losing employees as household budget needs are prioritized The challenging financial circumstances faced by many Australians have led to increased job search behaviour, with employees seeking better pay packets to address their household budget needs. Despite a slight decrease in business confidence and consistent employee perceptions of job…

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ACCC launches inquiry into data broker services

Lack of transparency and consumer awareness prompts ACCC’s investigation The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has opened a call for submissions from consumers, businesses, and interested stakeholders regarding data broker services in Australia. This initiative is part of the ACCC’s ongoing five-year digital platform services inquiry, which aims to…

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Global deal activity declined 23.7 per cent in H1 2023

M&A, private equity, and venture financing deals all experience year-on-year decline The first half of 2023 saw a significant decline in global deal activity, with a total of 28,151 deals (including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture financing deals) announced, marking a 23.7 per cent decrease compared to…

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2022 financial applications market share

Xero leads the way as demand for cloud-based solutions surges According to the latest IDC Market Share report titled “Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) Financial Applications Market Share, 2022,” Xero has emerged as the leader in the Asia/Pacific (APeJ) financial applications market for SMB and midmarket segments. The region witnessed a substantial…

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Innovative technology revolutionizes payroll management

This game-changing solution offers an unprecedented level of accuracy and precision Payslip, the global leader in payroll management technology, proudly announces the launch of its ground-breaking Payroll Reconciliation Solution, a transformative innovation set to redefine how global payroll professionals handle variances and discrepancies in payroll data. This cutting-edge solution promises…

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Ankura expands cybersecurity capabilities in APAC

Strengthening its global presence and offering comprehensive cyber services Ankura Consulting, a renowned global expert services and advisory firm, has announced a significant expansion of its Cybersecurity and Data & Technology capabilities in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The firm has welcomed highly respected cyber leader Rob Phillips and his team,…

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Cryptocurrency industry shows resilience and progress

Despite the volatility, the cryptocurrency industry has made significant progress The cryptocurrency industry, known for its volatility and speculation, has demonstrated remarkable progress in a relatively short period, driven by significant innovation, according to a recent report by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Despite experiencing a sharp decline…

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BEST Vietnam and VNPAY collaborate

Partnership aims to promote digital payment solutions BEST Vietnam, a leading logistics provider, has announced a strategic cooperation agreement with VNPAY, a prominent digital payment solution provider in Vietnam. The partnership aims to jointly promote and facilitate cashless payment solutions across the country. Under the agreement, Vietnamese consumers can now…

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Corporate strategists embrace analytics, AI, and automation

More strategic planning, and execution could be automated for future success A recent survey conducted by Gartner, Inc., leading research, and advisory company, indicates that corporate strategists recognize the critical role of analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation in achieving success over the next two years. With 79 per cent…

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European IoT spending to reach $US227 billion

IoT-related spending will be driven by modules and sensors According to the Worldwide Internet of Things (IoT) Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), European organizations are projected to invest approximately $US227 billion in IoT technology in 2023. The report suggests that IoT-related spending in Europe will continue to…

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