Archived News for IT Professionals - July, 2023
The elusive behaviour of messaging and payments app, WeChat, has sparked controversy.
ASD expands on TikTok ban
TikTok's data collection practices are a key factor behind the Australian government's decision to ban the app from government devices.
ASIC told to tighten checks
A Parliamentary Committee has urged increased scrutiny of financial services licences following the collapse of a major crypto market.
Musk launches new AI
Elon Musk has announced the launch of xAI, a new project aimed at creating an alternative to the immensely popular ChatGPT AI chatbot.
Robodebt response continues
Questions are being asked about the fate of high-paid public servant’s fate in the wake of the Robodebt royal commission.
Robodebt report savages actions
The final report from the Robodebt royal commission has savaged the illegal scheme.
Quasar clocks show time shift
Scientists have for the first time observed the early universe running in extreme slow motion, unlocking one of the mysteries of Einstein’s expanding universe.
Tax fraud catches jail time
A corrupt lawyer has been sentenced to 14 years’ prison in Australia's largest tax fraud case.
Berejiklian's boss stays quiet
Questions have been asked about former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian’s current employer.
Condemned drones still fly
Security concerns have not done much to stop the proliferation of Chinese-made drones in government departments.
Info regulations outlined
The Commonwealth is looking at laws to tackle online misinformation and disinformation.
Robodebt exposure looms
The Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme will soon deliver its findings.
Cosmic ripples revealed
NASA says 15 years of radio data has revealed evidence of a space-time ‘murmur’.
Medibank slapped over hack
APRA has taken action against Medibank Private over a major cyber incident.