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Salesforce introduces extra benefits worth $55K for transgender employees
November 16, 2021 08:23 PM AEDT| By Sonal GoyalHighlights Transgender employees working for Salesforce in New Zealand and Australia are offered a $55,000 worth benefit package. The benefits package covers hormonal therapy, prescription drugs and affirmation surgeries. $500 for wardrobe all.....

Why to explore TRON in 2021?
November 16, 2021 05:31 PM AEDT| By Jasmine AnandWith growing admiration for cryptocurrencies, tech-savvy investors are heavily investing in the crypto market. While the world's largest and the most popular cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, is valued at around US$62,000, beginners and new entrants to the.....

RBA rings warning bells on inflation but keeps rate hike at bay
November 16, 2021 05:27 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairHighlights Philip Lowe discusses recent trends in inflation with Australian Business Economists. Implications for the RBA's monetary policy in the backdrop Australia is again worried about inflation as it is no more below the central banks.....

Why is Google spending A$1 billion in Australia?
November 16, 2021 04:12 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairAustralian PM Scott Morrison, and Google CEO Sundar Pichai, have launched Google Australia’s ‘Digital Future Initiative’. Google has committed to infusing AU$1 billion in the Australian digital economy. Google will partner with Au.....

Can Elon Musk’s Sanders tweet land him in trouble?
November 15, 2021 09:37 PM AEDT| By Ankit SethiElon Musk has never been a man who minces his words. Seasoned investor Warren Buffett has time and again trashed blockchain-based digital currencies, but Musk, aided a little by Twitter’s Jack Dorsey, has never held back his sentiments. Musk .....

Australia’s deputy PM denies changing 2030 emission reduction target
November 15, 2021 08:55 PM AEDT| By Sonal GoyalHighlights In the Glasgow Summit COP26, countries like China, India and Australia refused to pledge to achieve a net-zero emission target. Australia was invited to reconsider their emission targets. Morrison government refused to reconsider th.....

SA new COVID-19 rules after border reopens on 23 November
November 15, 2021 08:41 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairThe state government of South Australia has today announced more details on border reopening plans. In just another week, the region will welcome visitors and citizens. However, there is a lack of detail around COVID-19 management plans in schools......

Artificial Intelligence: a monster or an angel?
November 15, 2021 05:46 PM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights The current tech-savvy world is majorly about artificial intelligence (AI). Several debates are flowing in the market: whether AI can be trusted blindly. If the world community wants to take the complete advantage of AI, some .....

What is the ideology behind the Transhuman Coin?
November 15, 2021 05:05 PM AEDT| By Jasmine AnandThe cryptocurrency market is evolving every day, with new coins including distinct features being created every now and then. One such coin with an innovative ideology that has recently been launched by Dr Charles Awuzie and Peter Xing, is Transhu.....

A look at India’s biggest-ever IPO with ~US$2.5 billion target
November 14, 2021 06:23 PM AEDT| By Mohammad ZaidFintechs across the globe have been at the forefront during COVID-19, benefitting significantly from the boost to contactless payments. The current year has also been a record year for share listings across various financial markets. GOOD RE.....

Crude oil reports third weekly decline after a week of volatility
November 14, 2021 05:18 PM AEDT| By Mohammad ZaidCrude oil prices decline Oil prices have surprised greatly in the past and reported a third weekly drop on Friday after a week full of volatility. On Friday, the fall in oil price wiped out gains from the earlier session on the back of worries th.....

Nations conclude climate agreement after last-minute compromise on fossil fuels
November 14, 2021 03:43 PM AEDT| By Mohammad ZaidGovernments from nearly 200 countries had participated in the COP26 summit held in Glasgow. Various delegates at the summit had struggled to resolve significant points, including phasing out coal, fossil fuel subsidies and financial help to low-inc.....

UN: Food prices hit a 10-year high record
November 14, 2021 12:13 AM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights Food prices have been increasing globally for the last three months. Additionally, agriculture food prices have increased significantly in 2021. Fluctuations in international food prices are caused by the interconnected changes happ.....

How cybercrime cases increased post pandemic?
November 13, 2021 01:30 AM AEDT| By SamtaHighlights COVID-19 brought a change in the whole world’s working system. Cybercriminals are adopting new tactics to attack people working from homes. Analysts forecasted global spending on cybersecurity to surge over US$133.7 bill.....

How to keep your pockets full during market downturns
November 13, 2021 01:17 AM AEDT| By Sukriti NairHighlights Volatility is a characteristic of the securities market; ups and downs are common. When markets fall dramatically, savings get drained and profit booking is visible. However, there are tips and tricks to manage savings during a mark.....

Leaks about MacBook Air 2022 hint at a mighty experience for users
November 13, 2021 01:07 AM AEDT| By ManishaHighlights MacBook Air 2022, Apple laptop with significant upgrades, is expected to hit the market in 2022. Thanks to countless rumours, the device has garnered all the attention on the internet. Leaks indicate MacBook Air 2022 to have a signi.....

Toshiba announced its plans to split
November 12, 2021 09:45 PM AEDT| By Sonal GoyalHighlights Toshiba Corp announces its plan to split into three companies by 2023. A similar announcement came forward from General Electric Co. this year. The final plan to split is yet to be disclosed by Toshiba. Following the path.....

Why are social media platforms exploring blockchain technology?
November 12, 2021 04:11 PM AEDT| By Jasmine AnandWith its growing popularity, Blockchain technology is showing no signs of abatement. Though it started from cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology has proved its mettle in other spheres as well, with the latest addition being social media. Sour.....

Netflix Australia hikes prices; here’s what others are charging
November 12, 2021 02:47 PM AEDT| By AshishAre you a Netflix subscriber? If yes, now you will have to shell out more for accessing movies and shows on the popular streaming platform. Netflix has increased the price of its Australian subscriptions from 11 November 2021. fees on its sta.....

Will Xi Jinping’s rule ever end in China?
November 12, 2021 02:10 AM AEDT| By Kiara KhannaChina’s Communist Party on Thursday, November 11, passed a resolution cementing President Xi Jinping’s place in history in a landmark event. The uncontested leader has rewritten the past with a third five-year term as China’s suprem...

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