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Can Australia’s newest bank give the ‘big four’ some real competition?
Revolut is only the latest ‘neobank’ to challenge Australia’s highly concentrated banking sector. But this attempt is backed by Europe’s most valuable startup.
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Australia’s fuel discount is ending. What does this mean for petrol prices?
From August 2, Australians will pay 16 cents more for each litre of petrol they buy.
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Data centres are power hungry – but they don’t have to be a burden on NZ’s grid
AI data centres are contentious for consuming large resources. But with the right incentives and regulation, can they make for more flexible electricity systems?
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Sports venues are offering facial recognition to let people in. What are the risks?
When consumers provide consent for recording their facial data, they must fully know what they’re consenting to.
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This history of currencies suggests the US dollar’s dominance may fade – but it will happen slowly
The US dollar is said to benefit from ‘exorbitant privilege’ in international trade. But history shows that may not last.
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Ontario adjusted its return-to-office rules for FIFA World Cup traffic. Why are disability accommodations treated differently?
The province’s World Cup exemptions show that remote work can be accommodated when governments decide it matters.
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Americans feel the sting of high prices every day, so why does the Fed need so many ways to measure inflation?
Fresh off a divided Fed vote to hold rates, policymakers confront a deeper question: Which of conflicting inflation gauges should guide them?
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Florida’s proposed property tax amendment will require trade-offs – and some residents could end up with higher costs
Amendment 3 would mean most homeowners pay less in property taxes – but that may not end up significantly lowering their costs.
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A government fund of AI stocks to benefit all Americans is a good idea, but hard to pull off
If the US were to create a fund to harness AI and buffer the economy and workers from long-term harms AI could cause, it would not be the first country to do so.
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Gina Rinehart paid $1.2 million to Australia’s Commonwealth Games swimmers. Is there any problem with that?
It’s no surprise the generous bonuses are well received by most swimmers, but it also raises several ethical quandaries.
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Chasing unpaid wages is slow and expensive. Is a new Fair Work Court the answer?
A dedicated court could help fill a gap for workers seeking justice, but the design will matter.
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Gianni Infantino wants to sell the World Cup – but it’s not his to sell
The game belongs to the fans. Fifa would do well to remember that.