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Australian Telecoms Sector Disconnected by Data Security and Incomplete Data
Appian research reveals that 90% of telcos have invested in digital solutions but data security and access hurdles remain SYDNEY, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — New research from Appian (Nasdaq: APPN) reveals that the Australian telecommunications...

Australian state offers $32.5M in grants and loans to bolster local battery manufacturing
The Western Australian (WA) government has unveiled more than $1 billion (USD 650 million) in energy-related funding support in the 2025-26 State Budget, including $50 million (USD 32.5 million) in grants and low-interest loans to support locally...

Australian Native Bee Honey Demonstrates Antimicrobial Properties
Resistance to synthetic antibiotics poses a critical global health challenge. Various European honeybee and other natural products have been proposed as novel therapeutic agents to address this problem. However, little has been known about the...

Australia’s green metals future
(Image source: CSIRO) Green metals are anticipated to become a central part of Australia’s economic future. CSIRO is leading an initiative to advance Australian green metals production by strengthening industry-research collaboration. The Green...

Australia, NZ dollars back from the brink as risk recovers
SYDNEY: The Australian and New Zealand dollars were up from deep lows on Tuesday as the prospect of an Israel-Iran ceasefire boosted risk sentiment and slugged oil prices, soothing concerns about inflation. While it was still not certain if the...

Power restored after outage left more than 9400 Geraldton customers in the dark
More than 9400 homes and businesses in the Mid West city of Geraldton were without power this afternoon thanks to a substation fault. According to Western Power, 9,444 customers were affected in Mahomets Flats, Beachlands, Wandina, Geraldton,...

Australia news LIVE: Heartbroken family of an Australian hiker who mysteriously vanished in the Albanian Alps launch desperate move in quest for answers
By KYLIE STEVENS FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 19:41 EDT, 23 June 2025 | Updated: 01:27 EDT, 24 June 2025 Welcome to Daily Mail Australia's live news blog. Heartbroken family of Australian hiker who mysteriously vanished overseas launch...
Two Australian energy giants announce price increases
Energy prices are set to rise for thousands of Australians with two of the country’s biggest providers announcing increases. Alinta will increase costs for NSW customers by 11 per cent, and the Daily Telegraph reports EnergyAustralia will also...

Medscape Establishes Dedicated Presence in Australia to Support Healthcare Innovation
LONDON, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Medscape, a leading provider of medical news, education, and resources for healthcare professionals, is proud to announce the establishment of a dedicated presence in Australia. Medscape Australia will feature...

Mobile-First Consumers Drive Biometric Payment Surge in UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is solidifying its position as a global leader in digital shopping, with more consumers relying on mobile devices for their retail transactions. Biometrics are gaining widespread acceptance as a way to make sure that...

24 Best Things To Do In Western Australia (2025 Guide)
From visiting Perth to touring the beautiful beaches along the coast, here is our list of the best things to do in Western Australia! Western Australia is an incredible state full of intriguing bucket list experiences. Compared to the East Coast,...

Zeotech gets backing for Australia’s first metakaolin production facility
Emerging mineral processing technology company Zeotech announced on Monday the completion of its preliminary feasibility study for Australia’s first metakaolin production facility for low-carbon concrete. The study delivered what the company...
Australia: Banks, miners lift stocks; Trump’s Iran-Israel truce announcement boosts sentiment
Published Tue, Jun 24, 2025 · 09:28 AM AUSTRALIAN shares rose on Tuesday, led by gains in banks and miners, as US President Donald Trump’s announcement of the Iran-Israel ceasefire lifted investor sentiment globally. The S&P/ASX 200 index advanced...

Honey from Australian Stingless Bees Has Unique Antimicrobial Properties, Study Shows
Honey from Australian stingless bees, commonly referred to as sugarbag bees, has historically served as a food source. It is also a traditional remedy for ailments like itchy skin and sores among Indigenous communities in Australia. In new...

Artificial intelligence is making cybercrime quieter and quicker: Fortinet survey reveals up to three times surge in artificial intelligence-powered threats across Australia
GUEST RESEARCH: Detection gaps widen as artificial intelligence-fuelled attacks reshape cybersecurity in the region. Fortinet®, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, has announced the findings of a new...

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Six new satellites for ICEYE and its customers launched aboard the Transporter-14 rideshare mission
The satellites include the first ICEYE satellite for the Royal Netherlands Air Force HELSINKI, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ICEYE, the global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations and primary provider of critical...

E-Invoicing Could Unlock Over $22 Billion for the Australian Economy, Avalara Finds
Avalara Inc., a leader in modern tax compliance automation, has released a landmark global report in partnership with the Center for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) quantifying the economic impact of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing)...

Strait of Hormuz closure could disrupt global energy: Implications for Australia
Reading Time: 3 minutes The Iranian parliament has approved the closure of key shipping route the Strait of Hormuz, in a move that could further escalate the Israel/Iran war. The strait lies between Iran and its Gulf Arab neighbours and is used to...
ASIC Warns Industry And Consumers Of Share Sale Fraud
Following a spike in reports of stolen shares due to identity theft and an industry review, ASIC has updated guidance for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees about how they can reduce share sale fraud risks to their clients and business....