Melbourne stories
Defence training demand helped lift annual revenue 43% to AUD $20 million, while xReality Group cut its net loss to AUD $0.1 million.
Australian contact centres are replacing early AI tools rather than dropping them, with chatbots still the top investment priority over the next 12 months.
The hire signals Snowflake's push to deepen customer support in APJ as enterprises race to operationalise data and AI projects.
The appointment comes as Akamai seeks to deepen local ties in Australia and New Zealand, where customers are combining cloud, security and AI spending.
More city contracts in North America and Australia helped lift recurring sales and cash flow, with usage revenue rising 35% over the year.
As B2B software firms lift partnership spend, a Melbourne summit aims to fill a regional gap and draw up to 200 attendees.
The close gives Northleaf fresh firepower to back specialist receivables and royalty deals as private credit firms hunt for new income sources.
Institutional capital is pouring into the sector as student accommodation shortages and stable policy keep Australia at the centre of regional dealmaking.
The shift will bring the appliance maker closer to eastern customers, as Australia and New Zealand now account for most of its sales.
Candidates can face pay gaps of more than GBP £100,000 for the same title, with Sydney roles paid 17% more than Melbourne ones.
Pressure from AI projects stalled by poor data governance is boosting demand for RecordPoint's software among regulated organisations.
Urban diners and wholesalers can now buy wild beef and Torres Strait lobster direct from remote Indigenous producers through Wild Foods' new platform.
Demand for engineers who can link AI to industrial systems is rising as manufacturers race to automate safely and stay competitive.
Rising scam losses in Australia are pushing businesses to verify texts, images and voice notes before paying or acting on urgent requests.
Pressure to avoid vendor lock-in is pushing Australian organisations towards open access systems that can adapt as security needs change.
Mid-market customers grappling with AI governance and data risk may gain a more practical partner as Source Technology expands its services.
Higher costs and weaker consumer spending have pushed Australia's hospitality sector into its worst strain in years, with arrears at record highs.
Property claims teams could gain faster decisions and fewer disputes after Sync Technologies won Guidewire's InsurPitch Sydney from five finalists.
Grassroots groups will get Canon equipment and funding to back projects from sea turtle rescue to student journalism and First Nations healing.
Regulators can now flag risky adverts within 12 hours, as Bigdatr's new system targets fast-moving campaigns in finance, health and gambling.
