Worker pay day fears after IT outage
Millions of workers could go without their wages in the wake of the global IT outage, amid reports multiple payment and payroll systems across Australia were crippled.
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Tech outage effects could linger for weeks
Computer systems at businesses across the Australian economy could be dealing with the fallout from the Microsoft outage for weeks to come.
Blue Screen of Death workaround revealed
After a faulty update plunged computers and tech systems all over the world into chaos, a workaround to the dreaded “Blue Screen of Death” has been revealed.
‘Any takers?’: Aussie job ad mocked
Crowdstrike, the company behind the global IT outage, was looking for a public relations director at its North Sydney office.
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The blueprint for a faster, smarter, tech-savvy ASIC
The ASIC boss is planning to remake the corporate regulator into a modern crime fighting machine.
Company that raised $54m collapses
It counted fashion brand Alexander McQueen and car maker Ford as customers but the Aussie outfit said it was not a “cash-burning start-up”.
Urgent warning issued to Aussies over tax
Australians are being warned to be vigilant over the next few months as the end of the financial year increases the risk of being scammed.
Is gravity finally about to catch up with Macquarie?
It would be more foolhardy than brave to bet against Macquarie, however at some point the laws of physics apply.
Aussies warned about scammers next month
Australians are being warned to be vigilant over the next few months as scammers are expected to be out in force.
RBA’s Lowe isn’t going down without a fight
It’s a case of careful what you wish for after a landmark RBA review pushed the central bank move faster on its inflation fight.
New move to protect personal data
The federal government has announced a new commissioner as it seeks to improve privacy laws following devastating data breaches.
ACCC ‘wants world frozen in time’: Telco chief’s blast
TPG boss Inaki Berroeta says the competition regulator’s world view has become more about entrenching the status quo rather than delivering for customers.
How telcos ‘let down’ customers
A new report has outlined how telcos, including Telstra and Optus, “continue to let down” millions of customers.
Australia Post’s grim future laid bare
The chief executive of Australia Post has revealed the extreme challenges that lie ahead as the organisation struggles to turn a profit.
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