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Maziar Foroudian
August 26, 2023
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New ADP data from ADP’s People at Work: A Global Workforce View study reveals Australia’s gender pay gap issue is far from being over.
This weekly feature from Dynamic Business runs down the week’s top funding rounds from Australia and India.
Global economy not deterring growth in mid-sized Australian businesses, which are looking to hire people in operations, customer support and IT.
Papersign, created by Aussie developers and Paperform co-founders Dean and Diony McPherson, simplifies tech platform subscriptions for businesses. Know their story in this week’s Founder Friday episode.
The new 4,987 square metre facility located at Morwell will support retailers and merchants of all sizes to access domestic and international markets.
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In a surprising turn of events, NSW Labor premier Chris Minns has expressed plans to remove electric vehicle (EV) incentives in the state budget, despite Australia's slow progress in adopting EVs. Contrary to treasury estimates, Minns argues that these incentives may actually increase EV prices.
In a surprising turn of events, NSW Labor premier Chris Minns has expressed plans to remove electric vehicle (EV) incentives in the state budget, despite Australia's slow progress in adopting EVs. Contrary to treasury estimates, Minns argues that these incentives may actually increase EV prices.
Australia
Retail theft in Australia is on the rise, with the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research reporting a 23.7% jump in theft from stores in 2022. Retailers are implementing various security measures to combat this issue, such as increased training for staff, investment in security systems, and collaboration with undercover police.
Wesfarmers remains optimistic about its consumer brands, such as Kmart and Bunnings, despite a softening consumer outlook. With strong revenues and profits, the retail giant is confident in keeping shoppers engaged.
Australian economy
Despite initial concerns, the Australian economy is showing signs of improvement, with retailers reporting lower shipping costs and improved sales. However, the commodities sector is still facing challenges due to doubts over Chinese demand.
Australia's gross national income per person is projected to grow at less than half the rate seen in the past 40 years due to slowing productivity and the end of the mining boom. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has called for the end of complacency and warned of the need for substantial action to address the country's economic challenges.
World
The US government has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk's SpaceX, accusing the company of discriminating against refugees and asylees in its hiring practices. The Department of Justice alleges that SpaceX falsely claimed it could only hire US citizens and lawful permanent residents, leading to the rejection of qualified applicants.
With plans for a global summit on AI safety and a £100 million commitment to supporting UK companies in the AI market, Sunak's vision is gaining momentum. The UK government estimates the AI market could be worth over £800 billion by 2035, and there has already been a 688% increase in the number of UK companies pursuing AI technologies.
Tech
Google has begun rolling out the update to its Home app, allowing users to manage their first-gen Nest Cam Indoor devices. This means users no longer have to rely on the old application, providing a seamless experience.
Discover how AI-powered tools like ChatGPT and The Mintable can boost your productivity at work, from creating presentations to giving better feedback and generating new content. Explore the possibilities and use with caution.
WhatsApp users can now send HD videos in 720p resolution, though 4K support is not available. While not set as default, this feature gives users the ability to preserve video quality when sharing.
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