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Half of small biz HRs are worried about losing their job to AI

Almost half of HR leaders are worried AI will take their jobs, but 76% say it streamlines workflows and makes their job easier.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Aug 2023

Hybrid & Remote Work

Securing remote management tools boosts business protection

To continue to improve efficiency and productivity for an increasingly remote workforce, businesses must address potential security risks head-on.

By Sojung Lee • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2023

Manufacturing

Why ANZ manufacturers struggle with sustainable practices

While most manufacturers here have been slow to adopt sustainable practices, the benefits of embracing sustainability cannot be overlooked.

By Felix Berndt • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jul 2023

Data Analytics

Generative AI to have a big impact on business: DAI Magister

Data-rich generative artificial intelligence will drive modern-day business automation, says Lee Chin Jian, vice president at DAI Magister.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2023

Edge Computing

HostPapa acquires Deluxe's web hosting and logo design businesses

The acquisition expands HostPapa's hosting and design businesses and increases the scale of its offering in numerous markets.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023

Malware

Cyber criminals persisting in efforts to infiltrate SMBs - report

Kaspersky's new report reveals increasing peril faced by small and medium-sized businesses in the cyber threat landscape.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2023

Small Business

Huawei Cloud supports SMBs with Business Development Platform

Huawei Cloud's Business Development Platform (BDP) offers solutions to help SMBs maintain productivity and adapt to the new hybrid workspaces.

By Tom Raynel • 7 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2023

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ConnectWise announces updates and big wins at recent conference

ConnectWise hosts annual cybersecurity conference, IT Nation Secure, to address challenges and solutions in the cybersecurity arena.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Artificial Intelligence

Misconceptions around AI in SMEs are a concern: bluQube

Cost, time and security top SME leaders' AI concerns, according to new research from cloud-based accounting software bluQube.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2023

Digital Transformation

Construction firms future-proofing for change

Rising material costs and labour shortages are squeezing margins, yet many mid-sized firms are still investing to protect future growth.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2023

Digital Transformation

Kick start your digital transformation journey with Huawei Cloud

Technology is crucial for SMBs, but many underestimate the benefits of digital transformation. Huawei Cloud offers solutions to simplify the process.

By Tom Raynel • 7 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2023

Fintech

NZ SMEs are thriving post-pandemic shows new survey

The survey results showed that compared with other countries globally, New Zealand is a digitally savvy nation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2023

Cybersecurity

ANGOKA crowned UK's most innovative cyber SME for 2023

ANGOKA wins UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME 2023 contest for its solutions in securing machine to machine communication.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023

Social Media

Shoppers more likely to purchase a product with influencer support

Influencers are a key ingredient for Australian SMEs' marketing strategies, according to research by B2B software search website Capterra.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023

Crypto

Alipay and Mastercard enable cashless payments for foreigners in China

Linking any Mastercard card to the Alipay digital wallet makes e-payments in China easier, linking merchants with international visitors seamlessly.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023

Fintech

Aussie SMBs increase prices. use own money to combat cash flow woes

Australian small businesses are resorting to personal savings or increasing prices to cope with rising costs, says a report from Xero.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023

Platform-as-a-Service

Eden Exchange's report reveals tech critical for franchising success

Eden Exchange's report highlights the impact of technology, internal migration and changing demographics on Australia's rapidly evolving franchising landscape.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023

Partner Programmes

Alibaba.com launches UK channel partner recruitment drive

Alibaba.com unveils its new UK channel partner recruitment drive to enable more SMEs to unlock global export opportunities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2023

Platform-as-a-Service

Universal Partners teams up with Muse Finance to help SMEs out of a slump

Universal Partners teams up with Muse Finance to offer digital invoice and trade finance for businesses, expanding their financial product suite.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2023

Firewalls

Arise by INFINITAS and Google Cloud partner to aid open innovation

The companies are building a co-innovation platform and talent ecosystem for delivering more equitable and inclusive access to financial services.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Jun 2023