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July 24, 2024

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Discover how innovative HR and payroll platforms are revolutionizing the way businesses manage their workforce in today's dynamic landscape. From global compliance to financial wellness, this article has all the top solutions for streamlined workforce management.

Are you a local start-up looking for funding and support to develop innovative solutions? Bupa is now offering new opportunities to break barriers and create healthier societies. Find out how you can receive up to £200,000 through their eco-Disruptive program. Don't miss out, apply now!

Applications are now open for the renowned Low Carbon Earth Accelerator Program. Partnering with the UN Environment Programme, this inclusive and diverse program will provide mentorship, networking, and potential funding opportunities. Don't miss out on becoming a part of Asia's leading climate tech accelerator.

Attention all Australian SMEs! The latest KPMG report predicts slow growth and rising costs in the near future. Find out what this means for your business and how you can prepare for the challenges ahead in this must-read article.

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Equity crowdfunding platform, Birchal, recently underwent cost-cutting measures, including staff layoffs, due to underperformance in funding expectations. Despite a 34% increase in funding volume, the company aims to reduce expenses to maintain support for Australian founders.

Amy Parfett, co-founder of Wedshed, shares insights on using social media to advocate for inclusivity in the wedding industry. Despite backlash, taking a stand resulted in shedding followers and gaining industry recognition.

Australia

Get ready for a revolution in the collectables scene with CollectFest, Australia's First Ever Collectables Festival launching in 2025. Organised by EEA, this festival promises to unite all kinds of collectables under one roof.

TorchMedia's first Reconciliation Action Plan, endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, solidifies their commitment to reconciliation. The plan includes donated campaigns for NAIDOC Week, supporting Indigenous artists and economic opportunities for Indigenous Australians.

Australian brewing sensation Better Beer continues business as usual after Mighty Craft's proposal to merge fell through, leading to voluntary administration. Better Beer outperformed, with $26.1 million in sales revenue and 7 million liters sold.

Australian Economy

Sam Kroonenburg, co-founder of successful tech company A Cloud Guru, has launched Cuttable, an automated digital advertising agency. With a $5.5 million seed funding round led by Square Peg Capital, he aims to capitalize on the AI boom.

Banks and regulators call for more transparency in the private credit sector, urging major players to provide better disclosures to investors. This comes as CEOs discuss partnership opportunities at a superannuation lending roundtable.

World

The worldwide infrastructure as a service (IaaS) market grew 16.2% in 2023, reaching US$140 billion. Amazon led the market, followed by Microsoft, Google, Alibaba, and Huawei. Cloud technologies, driven by GenAI investments, continue to disrupt business operations.

The European Commission blocked Meta's subscription fee plan under consumer laws, raising concerns of pressure on users to either pay for privacy or consent to targeted ads. Sanctions loom if no resolution is met.

Tech

Google is scrapping plans to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for a user-controlled approach instead. This shift will relieve the advertising industry and introduce new privacy features. The move balances privacy with ad needs.

CrowdStrike's Falcon security software update caused major disruptions to 8.5 million Windows systems, causing the Blue Screen of Death. Microsoft launched a tool for affected systems to delete the bad .sys file and boot from USB or a network to resolve the issue.

Google Research has developed NeuralCGM, an AI tool that enhances climate prediction by combining physics-based modelling with AI. This tool can generate more accurate and faster simulations of Earth's atmosphere, making it accessible on laptops and reducing energy consumption.

Curated for you

Successful leaders like Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Mary Barra demonstrate real mental toughness by facing setbacks objectively and persisting in finding solutions. Separating facts from biases and emotions is key to overcoming failure.

Business owners face challenges in supply purchasing and inventory management. Walmart Business surveyed 500 U.S. business owners on budget practices, revealing generational differences in purchasing decisions. Technology investments are a priority, with convenience, quality, and cost as crucial factors in supplier selection.

In "Heal to Lead," Kelly L. Campbell explores the connection between trauma healing and leadership. By integrating trauma, embodying vulnerability, leading with compassion, and lighting the way, leaders can create a nurturing environment for success.

Sephora and Sally Beauty have positioned their brands through diversification and advanced technology solutions, leading the beauty industry with constant innovation. Businesses can leverage tech platforms for growth, consumer data, and customer retention, while staying true to their core offerings.

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