Archived News for IT Professionals - December, 2023
AUSTRAC eyes digital markets
AUSTRAC says it will be intensifying its scrutiny of popular payment platforms and digital currency exchanges, including Binance and Swyftx.
Influencer ads slammed
The ACCC is stepping up its fight against deceptive advertising and online reviews.
Social media rules loom
The Commonwealth supports new laws aimed at regulating various operational aspects of digital platforms.
Tech head for Services
Digital transformation expert David Hazlehurst has been appointed as the new head of Services Australia, overseeing Centrelink, Medicare, and Child Support services.
Telstra signs solar deal
Telstra will rely on a Queensland solar farm to help it achieve 100 per cent renewable energy by 2025.
Chatbot challenge studied
New research shows that social chatbots could be doing more harm than good for neurodiverse people.
AI guide for school use
The Government has outlined new measures to control the use of ChatGPT and other AI tools in schools.
Digital double predicts issues
Melbourne Water says its digital twin is helping to predict water quality issues.
Top minds bail on X
A new survey shows Australian scientists are leaving Elon Musk’s social media platform.
Chips hint at local future
New photonic chips that ‘fit together like Lego’ could open a new local industry.