AI discovers huge internet flaw; rates hit builders, retailers; basketball meets Wall Street
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Friday 23 October 2026 AI discovers one of the biggest failings in internet security ever, triggering the shut-down of websites globally. The Aussie superannuation system rates as one of the best in the world Higher interest rates hit home builders and retailers, sending share prices south Fortescue Metals takes the battle to Chinese iron ore buyers, with implications for the national budget One of basketball’s best-known teams is set to join Wall Street
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