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Roundup may be put to the test again

A court ruling on whether New Zealand’s pesticide regulator must reassess glyphosate could force a costly new review of Roundup’s safety.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Crypto

Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors

Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth

Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Digital Transformation

Australians embrace agentic AI as younger users drive adoption surge

Agentic AI use among Australians jumped 50% in three months, led by millennials keen on AI for shopping, creativity, and daily tasks, Adobe reports.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Cloud Security

Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms

Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

eCommerce

Mys Tyler launches FitCheck to cut returns & boost confidence

Mys Tyler's FitCheck tool, using diverse creators and fit algorithms, cuts fashion eCommerce returns to 5.9%, boosting shopper confidence and cutting costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Digital Transformation

APAC leaders show lowest AI confidence but see steady ROI gains

Asia-Pacific leaders show the lowest confidence in AI effectiveness globally, yet 70% report steady ROI gains from current AI investments.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

JB Hi-Fi

Jade Tang appointed Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand

Tineco has appointed Jade Tang as its first Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand to drive local growth and retail expansion.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Storage

Wavelink appoints Danny Meadows to lead expansion in New Zealand

Wavelink has launched a local team in New Zealand, appointing Danny Meadows to lead its regional expansion and boost support for partners and vendors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Digital Transformation

Discovery Consulting names Shobhit Garg as National Supply Lead

Discovery Consulting appoints Shobhit Garg as National Supply Chain Lead to boost digital ERP adoption among Australian manufacturers and asset-heavy industries.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Data Protection

“Missed package?” Scam fooling thousands

Thousands of Kiwis are falling victim to evolving package delivery scams exploiting busy inboxes with fake DHL and NZ Post emails.

By Mark Gorrie • 6 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats

Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Marketing Technologies

Australian brands at serious risk of being crushed by global eCommerce giants, expert warns

Australian brands risk being crushed by global eCommerce giants as local e-tailers lag in digital maturity amid booming online sales in 2024.

By Teresa Sperti • 6 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Fintech

WeMoney & women leaders shine at 2025 Finnie Awards in Sydney

WeMoney wins three awards including FinTech Organisation of the Year at Sydney's 2025 Finnie Awards, with female leaders also honoured for their innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Power / Energy

Clean energy Council launches skills passport for sector jobs

The Clean Energy Council has launched a new skills passport programme to boost training and jobs in Victoria and Queensland's renewable energy sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Clean technologies

BLUETTI launches Elite 100 V2, Elite 30 V2 in Australia, taking portable power further

BLUETTI launches Elite 100 V2 and Elite 30 V2 portable power stations in Australia, enhancing portability and power for outdoor adventures from July 1.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025