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Two of the world’s best-known tech firms are racing to create a system of autonomous airships that will bring the internet to as yet unconnected parts of the world.
Former Defence worker jailed for leak
A former Defence employee has been jailed for posting national secrets on 4chan.
Robb defends full TPP text, now revealed
The full text of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) has been released, causing Australian Trade Minister Andrew Robb to tell everyone to calm down.
Germans seek Sun's powerful secrets
The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics will soon switch on a machine dubbed ‘W7-X’ – a mind-bending device that could usher in a new age of nuclear fusion energy.
Canberra tech campus sacrificed for south-side
The Canberra Institute of Technology’s (CIT) Woden campus will close sometime near the end of 2017.
Talented kids take on techno-classroom
There is some good feedback emerging from a new type of school that allows talented kids to learn via video link.
China's collider to fire high-energy science
China says it will build the world's largest super-collider in 2020, in an effort to understand more about the Higgs boson.
Perth firm making wave power swell
An Australian engineering firm is about to start a trial of the world's first wave energy microgrid power station.
Quantum CPU outline defined
Local engineers have put together an outline for what could one day be a fully-functioning quantum computer processor.
Stem cells stamped into new bone breakthrough
West Australian researchers are using stem cells and 3D-printers to regrow parts of patients’ skulls.
Tech firms turn to Tassie for big CPU stash
Tasmania’s naturally cool climate has grabbed the attention of global tech firms, who say it could be the perfect site for large data-centres.
Telstra taking axe to call centre staff
Telstra is planning to sack around 400 call centre workers and send many of their jobs to the Philippines.
Learner biker 'bot lays out human challenge
Yamaha’s new motorcycle-riding robot has called out nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi.
Paperless push detailed in new document
Federal public service leaders have ordered a crackdown on physical inboxes as part of a push toward entirely digital offices.
Sonic tractor beam floats with new motion
British engineers have unveiled the world’s first sonic tractor beam – a device that can lift and move objects using sound waves.
Brain links leap into tablet age
Neuro-engineers have successfully enabled an almost entirely paralysed person to control a tablet PC with her brain.
Cold Canadian feet could cost big
A decision by the Canadian government could mean Australia’s 70 F-35A jets cost $100 million more.
Goggles and sport watches to spot addiction
Researchers are using virtual-reality gear to find out where addiction comes from.
Low stats found for women in ICT study
A series of national surveys on women in Information Communication Technology (ICT) have provided insight into the sector’s gender gap.
Sun state team streaks ahead in solar spree
A Queensland team has become the first Australian squad to cross the line and complete the gruelling 3,000 km Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
State cops want better tech links
A $100 million push for new anti-terrorism facilities has been launched at a summit of police unions in Adelaide.