How DNA could solve the world’s data crisis
the data crisis Since 2010, the world has been facing a growing data crisis, with the amount of digital data produced globally far outpacing our ability to store it. Recent…
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Tariff terrors shake SME confidence as outlook turns grim
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. Confidence in both domestic and global economies has plummeted as tariff wars shift from threat to reality. Now, 66% of…
Continue readingThe AI Power Race: Big Tech’s Clean Energy Play
As AI adoption accelerates, the energy demands of large-scale data centre infrastructure are soaring. This AI Power Race is driving tech giants to future-proof their energy supply to support ever-expanding…
Continue readingBeyond the City: How Regional Economies Are Evolving
Australia’s business scene is evolving, driven by a post-pandemic shift that saw city dwellers trade urban hustle for regional tranquility. The COVID-19 pandemic fuelled the “tree-change” movement, reshaping where and…
Continue readingFeb 2025 New vehicle sales: Plug-in Hybrids Surge in Evolving Fuel Market
At first glance, February 2025 new vehicle sales appear disappointing, down 8% on 2024 for a total of 96,710 units. However, looking at the VFACTS and EV Council data in…
Continue readingWake-up call: coffee prices on the rise
For many, coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a daily ritual, a source of energy, and a social staple. Australia’s coffee culture is considered one of the world’s finest,…
Continue reading2024 end of year review – heavy commercial vehicles
Australia’s Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) market remained resilient in 2024, with 51,306 units sold (just 466 fewer than in 2023), highlighting the ongoing demand for freight services in the Australian…
Continue readingSME confidence grows amid political uncertainty
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. Despite a slowdown in revenue and profitability in February, SME confidence in Australian economic conditions has surged, driven by falling…
Continue readingCrypto in 2025: bitcoin’s growth, Trump’s impact, and the rise of meme coins
2024: A Landmark Year for Cryptocurrency The long-awaited approvals for Bitcoin SPOT ETFs arrived in January, followed by SPOT ETF Options in October, ushering in a new era of mainstream…
Continue readingincrease in new businesses, but rising australian insolvencies sound the alarm
The Australian business landscape is experiencing a notable dichotomy. On one hand, the total number of businesses increased by 2.8% in FY24, driven by a strong 16.8% entry rate. However,…
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