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Adrian Black

Local tech company defends AI job cuts as revenue soars

WiseTech Global reported a drop in net profit despite record annual revenue. (George Chan/AAP PHOTOS)

An Australian technology company has stood behind cutting 1700 jobs in favour of artificial intelligence, as it raked in record annual revenue.

Logistics software provider WiseTech Global's total income surged 79 per cent to $US1.4 billion ($A19.5 billion) in the year to June 30, supported by its buyout of Texas-headquartered supply chain player e2open.

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