28 August, 2026
Friday
Paul Knight — Australian Business Leader & Fintech Executive
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Recent News
Has the Smartphone Become Boring?
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- By Paul Knight
- 17 Aug 2026
After nearly twenty years of smartphones, annual upgrades have become increasingly predictable. With Apple reportedly preparing its first foldable iPhone, this article asks whether a new form factor can make smartphones exciting again, or whether becoming boring is simply a sign of how successful and mature the technology has become.
AI Should Help Us Think, Not Think for Us
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- By Paul Knight
- 13 Aug 2026
A hilarious comedy sketch about two people relying on AI to have a simple conversation raises a much more serious question. As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, are we using it to help us think, or are we slowly allowing it to think for us?
Australian Films No Longer Have to Wait for the World
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- By Paul Knight
- 07 Aug 2026
Streaming has transformed the way Australian films reach audiences around the world. Inspired by watching Leviticus, this article explores how technology has removed many of the barriers that once limited local productions, giving Australian filmmakers the opportunity to share their stories with a truly global audience.
Should Artists Leave Politics Off the Stage?
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- By Paul Knight
- 03 Aug 2026
This article explores whether artists should use their platform to speak out on political and social issues, using the recent Massive Attack controversy in Singapore as a starting point. It looks back at the history of music, from Motown and disco to MTV, Freddie Mercury and Live Aid, examining how musicians have helped break down barriers, unite communities and shape public conversations.
The World's Richest Gold Mine Might Already Be in Your Home
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- By Paul Knight
- 22 Jul 2026
What if the world's next gold mine isn't underground, but sitting in a forgotten drawer at home? This article explores the hidden value of electronic waste through a personal experience that changed the way I think about obsolete technology.
FINTECH
Has the Smartphone Become Boring?
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- By Paul Knight
- 17 Aug 2026
After nearly twenty years of smartphones, annual upgrades have become increasingly predictable. With Apple reportedly preparing its first foldable iPhone, this article asks whether a new form factor can make smartphones exciting again, or whether becoming boring is simply a sign of how successful and mature the technology has become.
AI Should Help Us Think, Not Think for Us
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- By Paul Knight
- 13 Aug 2026
A hilarious comedy sketch about two people relying on AI to have a simple conversation raises a much more serious question. As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, are we using it to help us think, or are we slowly allowing it to think for us?
The World's Richest Gold Mine Might Already Be in Your Home
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- By Paul Knight
- 22 Jul 2026
What if the world's next gold mine isn't underground, but sitting in a forgotten drawer at home? This article explores the hidden value of electronic waste through a personal experience that changed the way I think about obsolete technology.
Is Your Personal Information Ever Really Safe?
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- By Paul Knight
- 22 Jul 2026
Data breaches have become an unfortunate reality of modern life, affecting organisations of every size and industry. While we can't always prevent them, we can take practical steps to better protect our digital identity and reduce the risk of becoming a victim of identity theft.
Artificial Intelligence Isn't New. We've Been Here Before.
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- By Paul Knight
- 16 Jul 2026
Is Artificial Intelligence really different from the computer revolution that began decades ago? Looking back at the rise of personal computers, stock market automation and digital music, I explore why today's AI debate feels surprisingly familiar—and why one timeless computing principle still applies: garbage in, garbage out.
Why Your Accountant & Lawyer Are Suddenly Asking for Your ID
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- By Paul Knight
- 02 Jul 2026
Why is your accountant suddenly asking for your driver's licence or passport? Australia's new AML/KYC reforms are extending identity verification requirements to accountants, lawyers and other professionals, bringing them into line with practices that have existed in the financial sector for years.
Does Australia Need a Social Media Ombudsman?
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- By Paul Knight
- 24 Jun 2026
We have ombudsmen for telecommunications, banking and financial services. As social media platforms become increasingly important to our businesses and daily lives, should Australia establish an independent ombudsman to help resolve disputes with Big Tech?
ACMA’s SMS Rules Are a Start — But They Are Not Enough to Protect Consumers
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- By Paul Knight
- 23 Jun 2026
Having worked across telecommunications and fintech for many years, I welcome ACMA's new SMS Sender ID Register. However, I believe the reforms are years overdue and fall well short of what is needed to properly protect Australian consumers from SMS scams.
When the KYC Officer Gets Flagged: The Pitfalls of Automated PEP Screening
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- By Paul Knight
- 02 Jun 2026
If you are facing mysterious, repeated rejections online, don't give up. The system is flawed, but with the right vocabulary and a little persistence, you can break through the automated wall and claim your financial access back.