Regulation stories - Page 23

Australian legacy firms in banking, insurance and accounting are turning vast data troves into a new competitive edge through modern digital systems.

Bitcoin is shedding its rebellious roots as institutional investors and governments embrace it, marking a transformative shift in 2025's digital asset landscape.

Despite billions invested in AI, financial firms see slow adoption as solutions must prioritise trust, transparency, and augment human judgement over automation.

Trusted fintechs are crucial to bridging traditional and decentralised finance, enabling faster, transparent access to digital assets for all investors.

Seventy-six percent of Australian banks use AI, leading in Asia-Pacific, but trust and regulation remain key hurdles for wider adoption.

Australia's waste system is inefficient, but upcycling using advanced hydrogen technology could cut costs, emissions and power a cleaner transport network.

Over 70% of energy leaders see digital technologies as vital for clean energy, yet outdated grids and regulatory lags hinder progress, a global survey finds.

Remuneration disclosure breaches in Australian insurance broking soared 695% to 334 cases last year, spotlighting rising regulatory scrutiny and compliance gaps.

Australian businesses list cyber attacks, regulatory changes and talent shortages as top risks for 2025, per Aon's global risk survey highlighting local challenges.

Mphasis launches two quantum tech solutions to boost enterprise cybersecurity and optimise complex decision-making for improved operational efficiency.

Australia must adopt post-quantum cryptography now to protect sensitive data from future quantum computing threats breaking current encryption methods.

Allianz Insurance Australia is advancing AI use cautiously, balancing innovation with regulation, data quality, and trust to reshape its claims processes.

RYT will host a TOKEN2049 event in Singapore, highlighting blockchain's shift from pilot projects to core national systems like digital ID and payments.

Quantum computing's rise promises breakthroughs but threatens current encryption, urging urgent adoption of post-quantum security by businesses worldwide.

AI is reshaping healthcare, easing tasks and improving diagnostics, but experts urge cautious, ethical adoption with human oversight amid data and legal challenges.

Success with AI in Asia Pacific and Japan requires clear strategy, skilled talent, and strong partnerships, according to Dell Technologies.

TetraLogical has launched flexible, self-led online courses to help digital teams build practical accessibility skills and meet growing regulatory demands.

Gartner identifies sovereign AI, AI agents, prompt engineering, and machine customers as key AI trends set to transform government technology by 2030.

Tech and B2B firms are appointing Chief Trust Officers to boost security, privacy, and trust amid rising client and regulator concerns, says Forrester.

Deel launches Business Visas service to simplify short-term international travel, easing HR burdens amid rising global business trips and regulatory changes.