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OpenAI has announced an expansion of its support for the Australian tech sector, more than tripling the API credits available to local startups.

PEXA Group (ASX:PXA) announced binding agreement to sell its demographic consulting arm, Informed Decisions (.id).

Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino rejects Universal Basic Income despite AI job cuts at Atlassian, WiseTech (ASX:WTC), and Block (ASX:XYZ).

Tech giant Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) has reportedly stalled a $20 billion investment in a flagship Australian artificial intelligence and data centre hub.

Electro Optic Systems has secured two new unconditional orders for its counter-drone technology valued at a combined US$45 million.

The primary contract is a US$42 million order for the Slinger Remote Weapon System from an established customer country in the Middle East.

Macquarie Technology Group (ASX:MAQ) has secured a $200 million hybrid investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation.

Aerometrex (ASX:AMX) announced a boost to its fiscal outlook, securing a suite of new government contracts valued at approximately $2.5 million.

BluGlass (ASX:BLG) has secured a $1.3 million development program with a major US Tier-1 defence prime.

SRJ Technologies Group (ASX:SRJ) has bolstered its presence in the Middle East after signing a key service level agreement with UAE-based Gecko Middle East Petroleum.

Decidr AI Industries (ASX:DAI) entered into a strategic partnership with Singapore-based ICON Consulting Group to accelerate the integration of Agentic AI within the SAP ecosystem.

Felix Group (ASX:FLX) announced the appointment of Chris Atkin as its new CEO, effective April 1.

Straker (ASX:STG) said that after 26 years at the helm, founder Grant Straker will step down as CEO and Managing Director, effective March 20.