A world run by robots is often a top concern when discussing artificial intelligence but the government is not worried about a takeover so much as a disinformation deluge. As technology rapidly develops, it’s considering laws to ensure stronger AI protections, particularly in high-risk industries. Generative AI,...
Australians have begun opening their wallets, with consumer confidence making a comeback amid positive economic signs. Consumers spent an average of nearly $200 more during the 2023 Black Friday and holiday season compared to the year before, according to online sales data from financial platform Airwallex. Online...
Electric vehicle charging sites will double in Australia again over the coming year, according to a new report, on top of record-breaking growth over the past 12 months. The analysis, released by consulting firm Next System on Tuesday, found car-charging sites surged by 90 per cent...
Developing leadership abilities is not always simple, which is why only a select few are successful in their quest to become effective leaders. Those who succeed, however, can take their teams and organisation to new heights. To become a successful leader, you should exert effort in honing...
Embarking on a home improvement can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can transform your living space and increase the value of your property. With so many informative videos and other great resources online, there’s a thriving culture around home renovation and DIY projects. Countless...
Losing a loved one is probably one of the most stressful events one will ever go through in life. It will leave you feeling distraught and devastated, so sorting out their finances is the last thing you’d be concerned about. It could be challenging to...
Retirement is a period most people eagerly anticipate. It’s that wonderful stage of life when you can finally unwind and spend your time as you please. You can even spend retirement focusing on the businesses you’ve been planning and have put off for so long. Your superannuation...
Unemployment remains stubbornly low amid a gradual cooling in the jobs market, but the resilience of the Australian economy is being tested by a global slowdown. Job vacancies dropped 0.7 per cent to 389,000 in the three months to November 2023, according to data released by...
Storms and heavy flooding could wash away Australia’s budget bottom line despite inflation levels receding. Communities in far north Queensland and the state’s southeast have been battered by severe rain, while residents in Victoria, South Australia and NSW have been hit by storm activity. The storms would...
A fall in the number of GPs bulk billing highlights the need for the government to make health care more affordable, doctors say. A report by healthcare monitors Cleanbill revealed the national average for out-of-pocket costs to see a GP is now $41.69, up by more...