Power plays and paydays

The tech and finance worlds are shifting fast. In the US, the race for AI dominance has reached new highs (or lows, depending on your view). Meta is throwing $100 million sign-on bonuses at top developers just to stay in the game.

Meanwhile in Australia, a new wave of shareholder activism is reshaping the deal landscape. It’s not just proxy votes anymore. It’s pitch decks, M&A strategies, and serious boardroom pressure. From Nufarm to Lendlease, investors aren’t waiting to be heard. They’re showing up with a plan.

Across both markets, the message is clear.

Adapt or get left behind.