Archived News for IT Professionals
Australian engineers have come up with a smart window material that lets in more heat during the cold and blocks the sun’s rays on hot days.
'Retard' targeted in online push
Disability advocates have launched a campaign to get people to stop using the word “retard”.
Google replaces engineering boss
Google Australia has replaced its director of engineering, who has retired after 11 years.
Victoria opens road to robots
Victoria has changed its Road Safety Act to allow trials of driverless vehicles.
Bank staff rolled in tech wave
Thousands of NAB staff will begin being replaced by technology this week.
Secretary reflects on tech
Chris Moraitis says big data and rapid technological change are challenges for the public service.
Plans up for 3D-printed phone 'scope
Australian researchers have developed a 3D printable clip-on that can turn any smartphone into a microscope.
Health data used for flu alarm
Australian computer scientists are working on a flu forecasting tool ...
Legal action on coin hack
Legal action has been launched following one of the world's largest cryptocurrency hacks.
Uni launches future power centre
Monash University has launched a new innovation hub to address the electricity sector’s changing needs.
Woodside rolls out patrol 'bots
Woodside Energy is testing semi-autonomous robots for patrolling and inspecting its liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations.
Gov sites caught in cryptojack
Australian government websites have been covertly used to mine for cryptocurrencies.
New nanobots get target training
Bio-engineers have designed tiny nanobots made of DNA and protein ...
AHRC wants ethical tech
Australian authorities have launched a project to make sure human rights are embedded within new technologies.
Biobank to spread virtual cancer
Australian researchers have developed the world’s first virtual platform to host 3D copies of human cancer tissues.
DHS data match makes savings
Despite criticism and scandals, the Federal Government is celebrating the money it has saved with its welfare crackdown.