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Stories about automation eliminating jobs and reducing wages were once common. But a comprehensive analysis of its actual impact paints a less ominous picture.
A growing number of Australians are self-managing their superannuation. A new report suggests some may be getting advice that’s not in their best interest.
Protecting retail workers from abuse is a growing challenge. But a new study and a past trial suggest three little words on a badge can nudge customers to be nicer.
Supreme Court justices from both sides of politics were sceptical about the emergency powers used to impose tariffs.
Government procurement has social, economic and environmental impacts. AI could help produce more sustainable outcomes, but only with strong rules and oversight.
Only 9% of plastics ever made have been recycled. Clever industry campaigns have shifted the costs of their own waste onto consumers.
Sometimes, no one sees a major global shock coming. Risk analysts call these ‘black swan’ events. Other times, we see them coming – we just don’t prepare.
See what economists are forecasting for rate cuts – or even rises – in 2026.
Amid renewed calls for Optus executives to face the sack over September’s Triple Zero outage, what are the rules about disclosing executive payouts in Australia?
The Cup is still Australia’s biggest one-day race gambling event. But there are signs it’s no longer stopping the nation like it used to.
New analysis reveals just how much “invisible” caring and housework is worth to the economy.
Businesses spend heavily to secure the spot on your social media feed, and that investment has to be recouped.
Inflation was 1.3% in the September quarter, prompting major banks to revise their expected timeline for the next round of interest rate relief.
We have crunched the numbers on a range of popular investment options to see how they have performed since 2010. The results might surprise you.
As many as 311,000 Australians could be eligible for part of the payout. But the clock is ticking: claims close on December 31. See if you’re among them.
AI-powered shopping is now live in the US and aiming to roll out overseas. So how does it work? And what are companies like Google planning to launch next?
The proposal could reignite debate about the ethics of allowing tax-exempt charities to operate large businesses in competition with taxable, for-profit companies.
The album was released in dozens of different formats. Other artists have done this before, but rarely at this scale or with such an intense response from fans.
The stolen jewellery includes well-known pieces that are easily recognisable, which will make it difficult to sell on the black market.
The case presents an important test of the Supreme Court’s willingness to curb Trump’s so-called emergency powers.
For leaders, sleep isn’t just a health issue, it’s a performance issue. Sleep-deprived leaders are less inspiring and they can lose moral clarity.
New research on Australia’s top 300 listed companies shows diverse board committees make smarter, more efficient investment decisions.
Two people looking at the same product at the same time might see different prices. AI has turbocharged the process.
When applied to the right tasks, with appropriate human oversight, AI can enhance performance. Here are three simple steps to get the most out of the technology.