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Dave Andre

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Digital marketing enthusiast by day, nature wanderer by dusk. Dave Andre blends two decades of AI and SaaS expertise into impactful strategies for SMEs. His weekends? Lost in books on tech trends and rejuvenating on scenic trails.

Articles By Dave Andre

Australian Child Protection Bans Generative AI, Says Denise Kirwan!

Australian Child Protection Bans Generative AI, Says Denise Kirwan!

In a move highlighting the critical importance of data privacy and accuracy in child welfare, Australia’s Victorian Child Protection Agency has banned generative AI tools such as ChatGPT among its staff. The decision came after a social worker was found to have used ChatGPT to draft a protection application report, a crucial document in assessing whether a child requires state...
Google, Meta at Defamation Risk Due to AI-Generated Content, Experts Warn!

Google, Meta at Defamation Risk Due to AI-Generated Content, Experts Warn!

As technology giants Google and Meta increasingly incorporate AI-generated summaries into their services, legal experts warn both companies face new defamation risks in Australia. By using generative AI to summarize user reviews and comments, platforms could inadvertently propagate defamatory material, putting them at odds with existing defamation laws that now hold publishers liable for the...
AI-as-a-Service Drives Innovation for Australian Manufacturing SMEs!

AI-as-a-Service Drives Innovation for Australian Manufacturing SMEs!

The rise of AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) is transforming Australia’s manufacturing SMEs, enabling access to powerful AI without substantial infrastructure or expertise. This shift is vital to maintain Australia’s competitive edge in an increasingly technology-driven market. Addressing the Key Barriers to AI Integration According to Jannat Maqbool, a manager at ARM Hub, manufacturing SMEs in Australia face...
Junee Limited Plans $40M Fundraise for New AI Computing Hub!

Junee Limited Plans $40M Fundraise for New AI Computing Hub!

Junee Limited (NASDAQ: JUNE) has announced its plan to raise up to $40 million in financing for the construction of a state-of-the-art AI supercomputing center in Australia. This ambitious project aligns with Junee’s strategy to expand high-performance computing resources, driven by the increasing demand across sectors such as autonomous driving, climate science, and biomedical research....
IBM Says Australia Doesn’t Need Comprehensive New AI Laws!

IBM Says Australia Doesn’t Need Comprehensive New AI Laws!

IBM has recommended leveraging existing laws to manage AI challenges rather than introducing new, sweeping legislation or a separate regulatory body. This suggestion aligns with a global conversation on how best to regulate AI without hindering its transformative potential. Australia’s Deliberation on AI Oversight Australia is currently considering mandatory safeguards for AI but has not yet determined if...
AI Distrusted by Australian Consumers in Customer Service Roles!

AI Distrusted by Australian Consumers in Customer Service Roles!

Australian consumers are becoming increasingly skeptical about the use of AI in customer service. According to the 2025 Consumer Experience Trends report released by Qualtrics, 86% of Australians express distrust in how businesses are applying AI technologies. This growing discomfort has caused a 9% decline in comfort with AI-based services over the past year, affecting...
Australian Crypto CEO Charged with Fraud Amid Growing Scandal!

Australian Crypto CEO Charged with Fraud Amid Growing Scandal!

Grant Colthup, the former head of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange Mine Digital, is facing fraud charges after a customer paid $2.2 million for Bitcoin in 2022 but never received it. Colthup, who led the company until it went into administration later that year, now faces fraud charges from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)....
APAC Companies Set to Increase AI Investment by Over 20% in 2024!

APAC Companies Set to Increase AI Investment by Over 20% in 2024!

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is set to experience a surge in artificial intelligence (AI) investment in 2024, with companies across industries planning to increase their spending by more than 20%. According to a study by IDC and SAS, total AI investment in APAC is projected to reach USD $45 billion by 2024 and could surpass...
AI and Unified Platforms Transform the Future of Australian Workplaces!

AI and Unified Platforms Transform the Future of Australian Workplaces!

Australian businesses are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and unified platforms to boost productivity, streamline operations, and adapt to the growing needs of hybrid work environments. The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Future of Work Services report highlights how companies are integrating AI-driven tools and modern platforms to replace outdated systems and keep up with rapid advancements...
AI-Powered Auslan Avatar Revolutionizes Train Travel for Deaf Passengers!

AI-Powered Auslan Avatar Revolutionizes Train Travel for Deaf Passengers!

In a bid to make public transportation more inclusive, an AI-powered Auslan avatar is being developed to assist Deaf commuters by translating audio announcements into Australian Sign Language (Auslan). This groundbreaking project, developed through a collaboration between Sydney Trains, AI researchers, and members of the Australian Deaf community, is set to improve safety and provide...
Privacy Watchdog Cracks Down on AI Use in Businesses with New Guidelines!

Privacy Watchdog Cracks Down on AI Use in Businesses with New Guidelines!

Australia is taking decisive action to regulate how businesses use artificial intelligence (AI), pushing for stronger privacy protections. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) recently released new guidelines to ensure companies comply with the country’s privacy laws as they adopt AI technologies. The focus is on making sure businesses handle personal data responsibly,...
Google Faces Off Against Australian Media Over AI Training Transparency!

Google Faces Off Against Australian Media Over AI Training Transparency!

Google is in a heated debate with Australian media companies over whether AI firms should be required to disclose the content used in training their AI models. Media executives in Australia are pushing for regulations that would force transparency from companies like Google, fearing that their content may be scraped and used without fair compensation....