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Technology

Alibaba Cuts 34% of Workforce in 2025 as Chinese Tech Giant Doubles Down on AI

The company disposed of peripheral holdings including Sun Art and Intime to focus on cloud computing and artificial intelligence. Net income fell 66%.
5 min read a month ago
Alibaba Cuts 34% of Workforce in 2025 as Chinese Tech Giant Doubles Down on AI
Energy

Government Models 25% Gas Export Tax as Crossbench Demands Action

Treasury is modelling the effects of a flat 25% levy on gas exports. The gas industry warns it would 'stop investment' and worsen energy security.
5 min read a month ago
Government Models 25% Gas Export Tax as Crossbench Demands Action
Geopolitics

The IEA Just Told the World to Work From Home. Australia Hasn't Got the Memo

While Asian nations slash government workweeks and cap fuel prices, Canberra is still tinkering with supply-side measures. The view from the region looks rather different.
9 min read a month ago
The IEA Just Told the World to Work From Home. Australia Hasn't Got the Memo
Property

Queensland Removes 15% Affordable Housing Mandate From Fast-Track Developments

The LNP government says the change will speed up construction. Housing groups warn it will reduce supply for low-income buyers.
5 min read a month ago
Queensland Removes 15% Affordable Housing Mandate From Fast-Track Developments
Travel

Jet Fuel Doubled in a Fortnight. Melburnians Are Cancelling Europe.

Flight Centre reports a 34% spike in European trip cancellations as airfares surge following the Iran conflict.
5 min read a month ago
Jet Fuel Doubled in a Fortnight. Melburnians Are Cancelling Europe.
Crypto

Bitcoin's 14-Month Slide Against Gold May Be Over, Technical Indicators Suggest

The BTC/gold ratio has dropped 81% since early 2025. Multiple momentum indicators are flashing the same signals that preceded previous 280-700% rallies.
6 min read a month ago
Bitcoin's 14-Month Slide Against Gold May Be Over, Technical Indicators Suggest
Weather

Katherine Braces for Second Major Flood in Two Weeks as Cyclone Narelle Approaches

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a major flood warning as 150-200mm of rain is forecast. A field hospital has been deployed.
5 min read a month ago
Katherine Braces for Second Major Flood in Two Weeks as Cyclone Narelle Approaches
Energy Policy

Australia Secures Gas Supply to 2081 as Energy Demand Outpaces Renewable Capacity

The federal government has approved 1,695 gas wells in Queensland. Critics call it a climate failure. The economics tell a different story.
6 min read a month ago
Australia Secures Gas Supply to 2081 as Energy Demand Outpaces Renewable Capacity
Guides

Best Gifts Under $200 for Dad (2026): Actually Desirable Edition

Thoughtful, well-designed gifts that dads genuinely want to unwrap. No novelty socks. No boring razors. Just things that make everyday life better.
6 min read a month ago
Best Gifts Under $200 for Dad (2026): Actually Desirable Edition
Work

Bank of England holds rates as Iran war threatens inflation target

First unanimous MPC vote in four years signals shift from cuts to possible hikes
9 min read a month ago
Bank of England holds rates as Iran war threatens inflation target
AI

Patreon CEO to AI Companies: The 'Fair Use' Defense Is a Lie

Jack Conte asks the question that destroys the generative AI legal defense: If training is fair use, why are you paying Disney?
6 min read a month ago
Patreon CEO to AI Companies: The 'Fair Use' Defense Is a Lie
Geopolitics

Qatar Gas Crisis: What Soaring Prices Mean for Your Bills

Iranian missile strikes on the world's second-largest LNG exporter will hit UK households harder than most realise. Here's why your energy bills are about to climb.
6 min read a month ago
Qatar Gas Crisis: What Soaring Prices Mean for Your Bills