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Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts
Digital Transformation

Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts

Workers in Australia are more worried than global peers about automation, even as 57% use AI tools to hunt for jobs or prepare for interviews.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Indeed launches AI career scout for Australian jobseekers
Generative AI

Indeed launches AI career scout for Australian jobseekers

Australian jobseekers are being given free AI guidance as tougher labour market conditions leave many unsure which roles they can land.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Australian Computer Society backs Office of AI plan
Digital Transformation

Australian Computer Society backs Office of AI plan

The proposed watchdog could shape AI regulation and skills policy as Australia tries to avoid fragmented oversight and a shortage of trained workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month

Global Stories

Professional Development (PD) stories

ONLC launches two-day Microsoft Express training courses
Data Analytics

ONLC launches two-day Microsoft Express training courses

Working professionals can now prepare for Microsoft certification in half the usual classroom time, with online labs and self-paced follow-up.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Blue J launches academic access programme for tax research
Digital Transformation

Blue J launches academic access programme for tax research

Eligible tax students and faculty in the US, Canada and the UK can now use Blue J's AI platform free, as firms demand stronger digital skills.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
Mentorloop adopts RexCommand to curb shadow AI use
Software-as-a-Service

Mentorloop adopts RexCommand to curb shadow AI use

The 76-person software firm says the move will cut shadow AI risks and save about USD $150,000 a year in governance costs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs
Gaming

Leaders urge AI-ready youth skills for future jobs

Young jobseekers may struggle without AI literacy and broader soft skills as employers seek staff who can manage digital tools responsibly.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

Professional Development (PD) stories

AccountsIQ warns UK finance leaders on AI governance
Data Protection

AccountsIQ warns UK finance leaders on AI governance

Unchecked AI could distort finance decisions and damage trust, as UK firms rush adoption without enough governance, oversight or training.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last week
OpenAI launches ChatGPT programme for small businesses
Data Analytics

OpenAI launches ChatGPT programme for small businesses

Small firms will get training, app integrations and guides as OpenAI courts a lucrative market of lean teams seeking to automate routine tasks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
BlackGirlsHack swaps SquadCon for support-focused edition
Cybersecurity

BlackGirlsHack swaps SquadCon for support-focused edition

Cybersecurity jobseekers will get scholarships, free training and recruiter access as BlackGirlsHack redirects conference funds to direct support.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Scrum.org adds self-paced course on estimation & planning
eLearning

Scrum.org adds self-paced course on estimation & planning

The new course aims to help Scrum teams make more realistic forecasts and manage delivery risk as changing requirements disrupt plans.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation
Generative AI

Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation

Only four in 10 Singapore professionals say they can spot AI misinformation, prompting a year-long reading drive for better judgement.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • This month
Citrin Cooperman adopts Caseware AI suite for audits
Digital Transformation

Citrin Cooperman adopts Caseware AI suite for audits

The move is designed to improve audit consistency, speed staff training and help the firm scale more effectively across engagements.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Wagepoint launches WagePro+ for Canadian accountants
Software-as-a-Service

Wagepoint launches WagePro+ for Canadian accountants

Growing compliance costs are pushing Canadian firms to treat payroll as a recurring revenue stream, as Wagepoint adds partner support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work
Hybrid Cloud

Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work

The certification comes as New Zealand tech employers battle skills shortages, with staff praising support, inclusion and career development.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Small firms need AI training, not just access, says Hoang
Data Protection

Small firms need AI training, not just access, says Hoang

Small firms risk being left behind in the AI rush unless policymakers back training, data protection and fairer rules, Hoang told Congress.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
London finance staff embrace AI but want human oversight
Digital Transformation

London finance staff embrace AI but want human oversight

Yet most London finance workers still want experienced colleagues to make the final call, especially on risk, compliance and trading decisions.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month