by David Walker | Jan 14, 2026 | Features
At a glance Political and regulatory volatility is creating a nervous environment for global business. AI is emerging as a top business priority for automation and analytics. Despite cautious consumers, the global economy has proven surprisingly resilient since 2022....
by Caroline Riches | Jan 13, 2026 | Features
At a glance New rules from 1 July 2026 require superannuation to be paid with wages. The change will increase costs, administration, and cash flow pressure for small businesses. It aims to reduce unpaid super and boost employees’ retirement savings through...
by Cameron Cooper | Jan 12, 2026 | Features
At a glance AI is supercharging cybercrime, making digital threats smarter and more relentless. Cybersecurity teams can also use AI to detect suspicious patterns and insider risks. Accountants are prime targets due to the sensitive client information they hold. Basic...
by David Walker | Dec 17, 2025 | Features
This festive-looking salamander was the unlikely source of some of 2025’s good news. At a glance Extreme poverty fell to a new low, while global education levels continued to rise. Global population growth has peaked and is expected to stabilise later this century....
by Helena Vallely | Dec 16, 2025 | Features
At a glance Holding excess client data increases your firm’s cybersecurity risk and potential legal liability. Regulations require destroying personal information when it is no longer needed for compliance. Develop a simple data retention and destruction policy...
