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Commonwealth Bank appoints its first Chief AI Scientist
6+ hour, 29+ min ago (338+ words) Professor Williams joins from University of New South Wales (UNSW), bringing world-class expertise in AI research, agentic AI and innovation to strengthen the bank's AI leadership. Commonwealth Bank (Comm Bank) has appointed Professor Mary-Anne Williams as its first Chief AI…...
It's a miracle I'm still here': Richard Scolyer rides with Tour de Cure as research pushes forward
12+ hour, 4+ min ago (630+ words) Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer joined Tour de Cure in Tasmania, sharing his experience of brain cancer while continuing work shaping new treatments. Professor Richard Scolyer has spent his career researching cancer. Now, he is living with it. He…...
What the Aussie dollar is telling us about the Iran war
6+ hour, 19+ min ago (720+ words) The Australian dollar has held up better than many might expect since the most intense phase of the Iran war," suggesting investors may be more focused on inflation and interest rates than the risk of a sharp hit to global…...
Budget improves long'term outlook, but inflation fight left to the RBA
12+ hour, 9+ min ago (832+ words) The Federal Budget delivered a credible path back to surplus, supported by spending restraint and significant tax changes, Comm Bank Chief Economist Luke Yeaman says. "The long'term budget position does lift as a result of this budget," Yeaman said, pointing…...
5 tax-time scams to avoid
19+ hour, 45+ min ago (811+ words) Brighter / Financial education / 5 tax-time scams to avoid EOFY can bring paperwork and a whole lot of stress. Don't add being scammed to the mix. Here are some signs to look out for. You may already be familiar with those all-too-common texts…...
A little help from friends: small business lessons from founders
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (909+ words) Brighter / Small business / A little help from friends: small business lessons from founders Standing out as a small business is hard. We talk to three founders about the strategies that have worked and the areas where support could be a…...
Three Canadian island destinations for immersive travel
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (630+ words) Brighter / Home and lifestyle / Three Canadian island destinations for immersive travel From vibrant food scenes and creative communities to rich local culture, these three Canadian islands offer immersive travel experiences worth remembering. Sponsored by Destination Canada Island communities across Canada…...
How Beare Park's Gabriella Pereira is redefining modern workwear
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (611+ words) Brighter / Small business / How Beare Park's Gabriella Pereira is redefining modern workwear Five years after launching fashion label Beare Park, founder and creative director Gabriella Pereira is stepping into one of her most significant projects yet: designing a new wardrobe…...
Done right, AI is "invisible: meet Ranil Boteju, Comm Bank Chief AI Officer
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (951+ words) Ranil Boteju has returned to Comm Bank to help shape the next phase of AI across the bank, bringing more than 25 years" experience in data, analytics and technology transformation. Ranil Boteju is back at Comm Bank for his third stint,…...
Ways you can save while making your home more efficient
3+ week, 18+ hour ago (26+ words) Learn ways you can create an energy efficient home while saving money by using these expert tips and learning from the success story of the Turners....