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South Australian tech sector to slow
Workforce sees COVID boom, but expected to soon lag. -
Government kickstarts anti-China data centre policy
Certification forces departments to use Australian data centres.
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Robodebt a ‘massive failure’ of government automation
Federal Court slams shameful chapter in welfare legacy. -
Crypto millionaire jailed
Will spend 37 years in prison for fraud, money laundering. -
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Workers demand better flexible working benefits
It's not just about the money when it comes to attracting and retaining staff. -
Cryptocurrency 101: how to spend it
There's more to crypto than speculation. -
Hackers steal Electronic Arts source code
780GB of data stolen now being flogged online. -
Volkswagen to introduce driverless car subscription
Considers $11 per hour charge for autonomous features. -
Fake messaging app ensnares global crime syndicates
Software a proof-of-concept for Encryption Act interference. -
Cryptocurrency 101: buying and storing
The basics of buying cryptocurrency and how to keep it safe. -
Fastly CDN mishap knocks out internet
Google, Twitter, Amazon, Reddit all went down on Tuesday. -
AFP must urgently address ‘serious deficiencies’
“Poor” warrant recordkeeping threatens operational integrity. -
Government wants to mandate Essential Eight
Will require stronger cyber standards for Commonwealth entities. -
Payment redirection scams devastate businesses
Beware of suppliers asking you to pay into a different account. -
Bringing augmented reality to life
We speak with David Francis, CEO of Virtual Method. -
WA tech sector to rebound sharply
West Australia's ICT workforce to grow above national average. -
Encryption Act has cost Australian business billions
Controversial laws have done untold damage to many sectors. -
Cryptocurrency 101: the history of bitcoin
Satoshi Nakamoto, the GFC, and the birth of blockchain. -
Australian tech workers demanding massive payrises
Border closures have left bosses fighting for Australian talent. -
Cyber attack: who ya gonna call?
One wrong word and it's all over. -
US seizes $2.8m Colonial Pipeline ransom
Recovers most of the bitcoin sent to cyber extortionists. -
Twitter launches paid subscriptions in Australia
Power users can pay $4.49 for extra features. -
Aussies scammed out of $850m in 2020
Historic levels of scamming went on during COVID-19. -
El Savador to make bitcoin legal tender
Will become first country to formally adopt the cryptocurrency. -
Inside Microsoft’s quantum labs in Sydney
Tech giant takes cutting edge quantum research down under. -
Tech jobs have the toughest interviews
Candidates run through a series of technical challenges. -
Dodo, iPrimus fined $2.5m for NBN lies
Used own “flawed” methodology to measure speeds. -
Amazon ‘wellness’ booths panned
Coffin-like or simply a sign of our times? -
AI can predict Melbourne traffic 3 hours from now
Melburnians just assume it will be bumper-to-bumper. -
The value of data in telco, media and utilities
We speak with Matt Jones, CEO of SourseAI. -
US blames Russia for JBS ransomware attack
White House in talks with Russian government. -
Poor data destruction leaves Australia exposed
Are nation-state foes buying ex-govt PCs for the data? -
Police mistake bitcoin mine for cannabis farm
Raid on suspected hydroponic setup uncovers illicit mining operation. -
Let young, high-skilled workers into Australia
We need them for our economic prosperity. -
Major meat processor hit by cyber attack
International owner of Primo and Hans knocked offline. -
Australia is becoming a surveillance state
Government continues to give more powers to law enforcement. -
Global chip shortage not improving
Manufacturers warn it could go on for years. -
The unsexy truth about being a startup founder
Let’s please stop glamourising entrepreneurship. -
There are two kinds of software in the world
Which one do you write? -
Big pay cheques for IT skills as shortage continues
Cyber, cloud, and UX are in high demand. -
NBN gave 8 people $3.5 million in bonuses
Record money paid out during pandemic recession. -
ATO coming after crypto investors
You can't escape the taxman. -
Pandemic-era innovation takes a front seat
How bosses kept tech costs under control. -
Score $25,000 toward your passion project
New grant program could help you get started. -
ACT sees tech job boom
But gender imbalance remains a problem. -
Buy now, pay later for tradies
We speak with Matt Brennan, CEO of TradeNow. -
Calling all entrepreneurs under 20
Money and mentoring up for grabs. -
In 2020, cybercriminals tried to break the bank
Financial services firms smashed. -
Free car rego for EVs
ACT looks toward net-zero emissions by 2045. -
How artificially intimate devices got us through COVID
Don't be fooled – the feeling isn't mutual. -
Bring back international students, pleads SA
Plummeting enrolments put universities under pressure. -
QLD startup teams up with uni for mental health
Training business advisers to detect financial distress. -
Musk tweets, bitcoin price rises
Raises positive sentiment for renewable bitcoin mining. -
How Telstra turned its AI chatbot into an HR tool
Supporting employees in challenging times. -
Why energy company taught itself to fail
Knowing when to stop is key. -
How one Aussie company beat a ransomware attack
Hit by CryptoLocker at breakfast, restored by morning tea. -
Cryptocurrency prices crash
Elon Musk, Chinese regulators end the bull run. -
Prime Minister visits River City Labs
Female founders program launched at Brisbane hub. -
Content piracy surged during 2020’s home restrictions
A third of Australians bingeing video games, live sport from illicit sources. -
Google is building a 1 million qubit quantum computer
Wants to have it ready by 2030. -
Macquarie Bank's data payday
“Really proud” CDO explains how to build a data culture. -
Online cyber training engages autistic Australians
Tech industry tapping special talents on the spectrum. -
Victorian tech sector tipped to boom over next five years
Digital Pulse predicts the state will outstrip national IT growth. -
Phishing, ransomware surged in 2020: Verizon
Social attacks up, errors down. -
These are the highest-paying side hustles in Australia
Good ways to supplement your income, but not replace it. -
Students jailed for exploiting KFC app bug
Stole $40,000 worth of chicken. -
Women losing out in workplace
The pandemic has had a huge impact on working women. -
Cash splash for Australian games industry
Industry, universities welcome “significant” R&D incentive. -
US oil supplier paid $4.4 million ransom
Colonial Pipeline forked over bitcoin for decryptor. -
IFIP News, March 2021
ICT news from around the world. -
Telstra fined $50m for 'unconscionable' sales
Sold expensive contracts to First Nations customers. -
Budget 2021: Tech sector ambivalent
Skills, cyber get too little money, too thinly spread. -
Budget 2021: AI, skills, and tax breaks
Plus plenty of money for government services. -
Aussie AI company asked recruits their skin colour
Appen called out for ham-fisted attempt at diversity. -
Skilled workers pivoted into startups
Compensating for closed borders. -
Ransomware disrupts US fuel supply
The 8,850km Colonial Pipeline has been offline for nearly a week. -
NFTs for sale on eBay
Blockchain technology extends its mainstream appeal.