Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - September, 2018
A new report suggests Australia is facing a massive shortage of digital skills in the workplace.
Westpac could face big loan suits
Lawyers say Westpac could be sued for billions of dollars over irresponsible home loans.
Roundup case causes local concern
Thousands of people are seeking damages over Roundup herbicides in the US, causing concern about what will happen in Australia.
Blockchain contracts coming
CSIRO has joined with law and tech firms to create blockchain-based legal contracts.
Gas sector wants climate clarity
The gas industry has become the latest to call on the Federal Government to come up with a climate and energy policy.
ASIC takes NAB super to court
ASIC is taking NAB to court on allegations the bank wrongly took $100 million in fees.
Costello critiques watchdogs
Former federal treasurer Peter Costello has accused Australia's corporate regulators of falling asleep at the wheel.
STEM bias called out
A major business leader says there is “hard evidence” of unconscious bias at work at some STEM organisations.
Big NAIF loan for NT upgrades
The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) has made its largest investment to date.
PS fights cyber strike
Federal public servants from a range of departments will soon take part in cyber wargames.
Green help from board balance
A new study has found companies with more gender-balanced boards are better for the environment.
Facebook going green
Facebook says it will source 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy by 2020.