‘Parliament tower’ approval a tall order for opponents
Approval for a capital city's tallest commercial building, just metres from its heritage-listed parliament, disrespects history and heritage, opponents say.
business (general)
Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit
The prime minister hopes business groups and unions will unite to address a lagging economy but there are already signs of division before a planned summit.
Economic summit aims to firm up drooping productivity
Anthony Albanese is confident businesses and unions can find common ground in the quest to improve Australia's ailing productivity.
business (general)
consumer confidence
economic indicator
economy, business and finance
macro economics
statistic
Businesses and consumers caught between opposing forces
Falling interest rates are not buoying the spirits of households and firms as fast as hoped, as global economic uncertainty keeps a lid on sentiment.
business (general)
computing and information technology
consumer issue - macro economics
consumers
economic policy
internet
it/computer sciences
regulatory policy and organisation
science and technology
software
technology (general)
Apple says competition changes could open door to scams
A US tech giant has rejected proposed changes to Australia's digital competition rules, saying some could put consumers and app developers at risk.
auto trends
automotive equipment
business (general)
economy (general)
environmental issue
environmental politics
sales
transport
Australia’s big car love affair still fuelling sales
SUVs and utes have proven the big sellers on Australian car lots in May but the popularity of hybrid and electric vehicles is accelerating.
Weak business investment underlines productivity battle
Encouraging productivity-boosting investment, such as infrastructure connecting regions with capital cities, is needed amid a slowdown in capital expenditure.
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consumers
economy (general)
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental cleanup
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
politics (general)
renewable energy
Why the carbon offset ‘swear jar’ needs an overhaul
Firms relying on carbon offsets to tout their green credentials and reduce their environmental footprints are under fresh scrutiny after a court settlement.
business (general)
computer crime
computing and information technology
crime
crime, law and justice
economy (general)
it/computer sciences
software
technology (general)
Australia must prepare for Hollywood-style cyber attack
Cyber criminals are growing in number and sophistication, warns Australia's top online defender who urges businesses to prepare themselves for the worst.
business (general)
computing and information technology
economy (general)
internet
online
research
research and development
science and technology
social issues (general)
software
technology (general)
Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch
Users of Google products could allow AI to personalise email replies and more with their own tone and style by allowing it to peer into their private data.
Trump’s man in London backs AUKUS partnership
The new US ambassador to Britain says AUKUS, the trilateral security pact between Australia, Britain and the US, is "vital to the world".
business (general)
computing and information technology
economic policy
economy (general)
environmental issue
it/computer sciences
politics (general)
productivity
regulatory policy and organisation
research
technology (general)
Renewables, AI rules top productivity reform wishlist
Fifteen areas have been identified for reform by the Productivity Commission, including artificial intelligence, tax reform and cheaper renewable energy.
auto trends
automotive equipment
business (general)
diesel fuel
energy (general)
environmental issue
heavy construction
heavy engineering
machine manufacturing
manufacturing and engineering
renewable energy
road transport
transport
Record electric truck haul aims to drive down emissions
One of Australia's biggest transport companies will invest in a record-breaking electric truck fleet, including prime movers to be built in Brisbane.
Saudi crown prince meets Trump at start of Mideast tour
US President Donald Trump has met Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler as he opens his tour of the Gulf, where he's expected to hold talks and announce deals.
How AI is being weaponised to attack Aussie businesses
Australia is among the world's biggest targets for online attacks and artificial intelligence technology is making intrusions harder to detect.
Warren Buffett announces retirement plans
Warren Buffett, 94, has shocked an arena full of his shareholders by announcing that he wants to retire at the end of the year
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consumers
internet
laws
litigation and regulation
networking
regulatory policy and organisation
safety of citizens
satellite and cable service
technology (general)
telecommunication equipment
telecommunication service
Is it down? Strict rules for telcos that suffer outages
Phone and internet users will be given more details when their services drop out under rules imposed on telecommunication providers.
Workers win big as US giant grants Star casino’s wish
An international gaming giant has ventured across the world to save the flailing Star casinos after the company came close to entering administration.
business (general)
business enterprises
computer crime
computing and information technology
corporate crime
crime
crime, law and justice
internet
online
research
security
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technology (general)
Key sectors most vulnerable to hacking in AI arms race
Artificial intelligence is being used to craft more dangerous cyber attacks, putting some of Australia's most critical industry sectors at greatest risk.
Casino giant rescues Star from brink of folding: report
An embattled casino operator may be thanking its lucky stars after agreeing to a $300 million deal with an international counterpart.
Another retailer goes out of fashion, 600 jobs at risk
Retail chain Jeanswest has collapsed after more than five decades in business, threatening hundreds of jobs with more than 90 stores likely to close.
An Indigenous-owned distillery born over a few drinks
A First Nations-owned business is one of Australia's most celebrated producers of organic spirits, after a "rollercoaster" journey on the road to success.
Most workers feel overwhelmed by AI but bosses want it
Four out of every five Aussie workers are overwhelmed by changes at work but most executives want to use artificial intelligence to create bigger transitions.
Michael Hill International CEO dies unexpectedly
The chief of leading jewellery chain Michael Hill has died suddenly after suffering an adverse reaction to medical treatment for an underlying condition.
Billionaire founder retakes control of his $32b company
Richard White has been named executive chairman of WiseTech Global, four months after stepping down as CEO amid an inquiry into his conduct.
Why the next big AI advance will not just talk but walk
Humanoid robots that can help at home or work are becoming tech firms' next big investment following breakthroughs in artificial intelligence.
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politics (general)
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science and technology
social sciences
Australia at the ‘bottom of the class’ on research
Australian businesses and governments are investing too little in vital research projects, a discussion paper has revealed.
The cost of broadband is rising, but so is its speed
Australians are paying more to access the internet but thousands more households are getting access to faster download speeds.
Workers fear use of AI in hiring and firing decisions
Artificial intelligence technology is already being used to monitor Aussie workers even though laws governing its use are not yet in place.
Economic uncertainty clouds business investment outlook
The value of planned investment projects, such as road and rail infrastructure, has fallen as businesses cut costs in response to rising economic uncertainty.
Treasurer courts business with productivity promises
Helping businesses leverage clean energy and AI will transform Australia to its "fourth economy" and improve productivity growth, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says.