Identity theft is becoming a new front in cybercrime, with hackers using artificial intelligence to trick employees and gain access to businesses in Fiji.

Fiji’s imports increased sharply in June, with fuel making up a large part of the rise.

Fiji’s economy is charting a course toward diversification, with business leaders highlighting the need to move beyond reliance on tourism. This was emphasized at the Fiji Australia Business Council meeting in Suva yesterday.

Investment Fiji is stepping up efforts to fast-track investment projects, with the agency targeting stronger economic growth through increased capital investment.

The Fiji Development Bank is putting $50,000 into Fiji’s growing startup and innovation sector.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging banks and other financial institutions to move beyond traditional collateral requirements when assessing finance applications from indigenous entrepreneurs.

The Consumer Council is warning vehicle buyers to be cautious when purchasing from dealers without authorised servicing and proper after-sales support.

Westpac Fiji and the Kaiviti Silktails are taking their partnership beyond rugby league, with a new financial education programme designed to equip players, staff and schoolchildren with practical money skills.

Navua’s expected elevation to town status is being seen as a catalyst for new investment and development in the area.

A Naitasiri man is making history as the first Fijian artist to exhibit at the 9th Chianciano Biennale in Italy.

Fijian exporters remain confident with their international prospects, as 72 percent are expecting export revenue to increase over the next 12 months.

Farmers need more affordable financing if Fiji is to attract greater investment and diversify its agricultural sector.