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The crypto crazes walking the line between gaming and gambling
As the crypto sector expands its appeal beyond tech insiders, the gamification of cryptocurrencies is appealing to younger users, which experts warn is walking the line between gaming and gambling. Source link
The RBA's likely next interest rate move has surprised just about everyone
Hotter-than-expected inflation figures have caught most economists and policy makers off guard. The ongoing price pressures in the economy open the door for an RBA interest rate hike in 2026. Source link
Global recall of Airbus A320s throws world's airlines into disarray
About 90 Jetstar flights have been cancelled across Australia today due to a global recall of Airbus A320 planes for urgent software repairs. Source link
What Google's superhighway plans mean for locals on Australian island
Google’s plans for a data hub could drag this remote island from a digitally starved past into an AI-powered future. But are the locals ready? Source link
Major IVF provider hit with restrictions after embryo bungle
Monash IVF has been ordered to be more rigorous when checking the biological origin of embryos to avoid more mix-ups, in order to stay registered in Victoria. Source link
Property investors on the nose, a threat to financial stability
It’s been called a bubble for more than 15 years but the great Aussie housing price boom has barely skipped a beat, as regulators eye the threat of risky loans. Source link
Why you could be paying more for your Christmas prawns this year
Wild-caught Aussie prawn fishers are reporting a tough catch season. Here’s what you need to know. Source link
How to spot a scam during Black Friday and Cyber Monday
As scammers look to exploit sales during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we explain what you need to know to avoid being duped. Source link
Government projected to badly miss 2035 climate target, fall shy of 2030
The Environment Department projects Australia is expected to fall well short of its commitment to cut emissions by 62 to 70 per cent by 2035 — though the minister notes that is before accounting for a number of recent commitments. Source link
ASX rises, APRA to impose home loan limits — as it happened
The Australian banking regulator will impose limits on large home loans from February, while the ASX rises as Wall Street extended a recent recovery. See how the trading day unfolded on our live blog. Source link