Archived News for IT Professionals
3G fears in WA
The imminent 3G shutdown has sparked fears of poor connectivity in regional Western Australia.
AI 'thinking' probed
Artificial intelligence may soon learn through a process similar to human thinking.
AUKUS expansion coming
Australia's $300-billion-plus AUKUS pact is inviting new allies - and fresh doubts - into the fold.
Breaches reach recent height
Australia is facing an escalating data security crisis, with data breaches reaching a three-and-a-half-year high.
Soil sounds for health check
Beneath the surface, the soil is hosting a silent rave of bubbles and clicks.
New work could bring balance
Australia's evolving work patterns could present new opportunities to advance gender equality.
Quantum catchup called
Experts warn Australia and New Zealand are falling behind in the quantum race.
Figures named in Robodebt report
The APS Commissioner has exposed major misconduct in the unlawful Robodebt scheme.
Defence tech measures probed
A Defence audit has revealed major failures in securing critical ICT systems against cyber threats.
Google facing court hits
Google has lost its legal battle with the European Commission over a 2.42 billion euro fine.
Info bill put forth
New legislation has been created to address harmful misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms.
Jail time for doxing proposed
Australia is set to introduce new legislation aimed at doxing and other forms of online harassment.
Tech leap for robot leg
Engineers have created an advanced new robotic leg, powered by artificial muscles.
New site to draw mining money
Australia has launched a digital prospectus to encourage critical minerals investment.
Shorten leaves with robodebt pledge
Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.
AI protections proposed
The Federal Government has outlined new “guardrails” for businesses’ use of AI.
Consumers' tech trust measured
Despite being keen for new retail technologies, Australian consumers appear to fear and mistrust them.