Qantas has pinpointed the source of its app privacy breach, driving attention to cybersecurity measures. Meanwhile, Block, the owner of Afterpay, experiences a surge in value, contrasting with Macquarie’s downturn. Despite this, the ASX sees overall gains, reflecting market resilience.

Qantas has determined the root cause of its app glitch issue on Wednesday, which inadvertently exposed customer data to other travelers. Concurrently, the Australian share market mirrors Wall Street’s upward trajectory, with Block, the owner of Afterpay, experiencing a surge in value driven by increased profits.