Digital currency double tax removed
12 May, 2017The double taxation of digital currency payments will be removed under the latest federal Budget, an announcement that has been welcomed by digital currency and blockchain innovators.
Online shoppers prepare for Amazon arrival
10 May, 2017A survey of online shoppers found that nearly one-third will shift their commerce to Amazon when the company arrives in Australia.
Telco customer satisfaction increasing
08 May, 2017Customer satisfaction has improved on several key indicators, according to the latest telecommunications survey.
Early adopter firms have sunnier outlooks
02 May, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian small businesses that are also early tech adopters have the most confidence in growth over the next 12 months.
Australia to be nearly cashless within 5 years
26 April, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAt the current rate of change, 98% of receivables across all Australian businesses will comprise non-cash payments within five years.
Better digital strategies required, says Dimension Data
06 April, 2017New research published by Dimension Data suggests that organisations around the world are not implementing effective digital strategies.
Android overtakes Windows as world's top OS
04 April, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingData from StatCounter indicates that Android overtook Windows operating systems as the most popular OS worldwide for accessing the internet, marking the end of a long era of Microsoft dominance.
Open IoT systems highly valued, IDC finds
30 March, 2017The majority of Australian organisations place high importance on open standards for data, connectivity and open source software standards.
Telecom prices fell 1.5% during FY16: ACCC
09 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe ACCC's annual report on the telecommunications sector for FY16 shows that prices for services have overall been declining even as data quotas expand significantly.
Alibaba urges Aussie firms to embrace new tech
23 February, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe newly established ANZ subsidiary of Chinese e-commerce behemoth Alibaba Group has urged Australian businesses to embrace new technologies and convergence to grow their export sales.
Increasing automation sparks job loss fears
13 February, 2017Australians are afraid of robots stealing their jobs, according to new research.
Sydney Startup Hub will aim to stimulate NSW economy
10 February, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe state government backed Jobs for NSW is seeking expressions of interest from incubators, accelerators and companies looking to partner in the development of the new Sydney Startup Hub.
Digital will dominate by 2020
06 February, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingIDC Australia predicts that half of its 500 top companies will depend on digital for the majority of their business by 2020.
IT evolution required to allow for innovation
06 February, 2017Innovation is taking a back seat to service requests for IT operations staff, according to a new report.
Alibaba opens regional HQ in Melbourne
06 February, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingChina's Alibaba, one of the world's largest technology companies, has opened a new office in Melbourne that will serve as the company's Australia and New Zealand headquarters.
