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Cyber risk is changing, shifting from ransomware to data extortion - and Australian businesses are being targeted. Legislation has changed, but is it enough?

Adam Meyers, the Senior Vice President of Intelligence at CrowdStrike, talks to Sean Aylmer from Washington DC, with a fascinating insight into the criminal groups behind the attacks.

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Wednesday 24 August 2022

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese set to launch an inquiry into the actions of his predecessor over taking on co-minister roles after a critical assessment by the Solicitor General. 

Also today:

• Things are getting back to normal with profit season showing that people are returning to pubs and shopping centres. 
• PWC remains on top with $2.8 billion revenue
• And the ultimate meme stock, Bed, Bath & Beyond, tumbles 60 per cent in three trading sessions.

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Professional advice is such an important part of investing. HUB24, the company that provides the platform for many of Australia’s advisors, knows this better than anyone.

Andrew Alcock, Managing Director of HUB24, talks to Sean Aylmer about the company’s annual results, and the future of financial advice in Australia.

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Tuesday 23 August 2022

The Star Entertainment Group faces big losses, a new inquiry in Queensland and allegations of dealing with a party involved in Chinese triad groups. 

• The Federal Government announces a review of crypto assets
• How oil refineries have gone from paupers to princes. 
• And the Game of Thrones prequel crashes the HBO streaming services as millions try to watch the show.

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The telecommunications sector is deceptively straightforward: there are just three players in Australia with their own infrastructure. But the industry is changing quickly, as technology and customer expectations evolve.

Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, CEO of Optus, talks to Sean Aylmer about Telstra, TPG, the NBN, and how Optus aims to change the market.

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Monday 22 August 2022

Australia’s coal companies throw out big profits and even bigger share price gains, just as the use of solar in the national market catches up. 

Also today:

• A new report says Australia’s skilled migration system needs an overhaul 
• Spring comes early for the property market
• And Qantas boss Alan Joyce apologises to frequent fliers

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We're well into earnings season - so what are the key themes so far, and which companies should we be keeping an eye on?

Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Management, gives Sean Aylmer his take on earnings season so far.


This information is general in nature and you should seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.

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