Banks’ $16B tax contribution fuels call for tech parity
A significant fiscal divide has emerged between domestic lenders and global technology giants, according to a pre‑budget report released today by the Australian Banking Association (ABA).

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A significant fiscal divide has emerged between domestic lenders and global technology giants, according to a pre‑budget report released today by the Australian Banking Association (ABA).
Karoon Energy (ASX: KAR) released its 1Q26 report today, outlining a quarter marked by maintenance and remediation activities in the U.S. and Brazil alongside a 16% increase in realised oil prices.
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Kimberly-Clark (NASDAQ:KMB) announced its first-quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, showcasing the resilience of its global brands in a competitive consumer environment.
Sysco (NYSE:SYY) reported its third-quarter fiscal 2026 results for the period ended March 28, 2026, headlined by steady top-line growth and a transformative acquisition agreement.
Opera (NASDAQ:OPRA) announced robust financial results for the first quarter of 2026 on Tuesday, April 28, with both revenue and profitability exceeding the high end of the company’s previous guidance.
AllianceBernstein (NYSE:AB) unveiled its first-quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, April 28, showcasing a significant increase in top-line revenue and a steady expansion of its asset base.
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Google researchers have identified a sharp rise in malicious web pages designed to hijack AI agents, with attacks capable of triggering payments, leaking credentials, and deleting files.
A Saipan woman has been sentenced to 71 months in prison for orchestrating a $769,000 bitcoin wire fraud scheme that targeted older victims through false investment claims.