Category: Technology

Minister urges telcos to uphold commitments after 3G switch off

Minister for Communications Hon Michelle Rowland MP has urged telecommunications providers to honour their commitments to customers following the October 3G switch-off. Numerous rural residents...

Generative AI and PR: A communication revolution with cautionary lessons

The public relations (PR) industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation as a result of generative AI. Muck Rack’s third State of AI in PR report...

Albanese Government invests $20 million in On Farm Connectivity Program

The Albanese Government is supporting Australian farmers with cost-of-living relief and productivity boosts through a $20 million investment in a new round of the On...

$3 billion investment in NBN to improve connectivity for Australians

Australians will benefit from a $3 billion Federal Government equity investment in the National Broadband Network to upgrade Fibre to the Node (FTTN) technology. This...

Digital transformation reshapes sustainability reporting for businesses

Digital transformation is fundamentally changing the way companies across industries and sectors operate. This transformation is fueled by a wide array of technological advancements, from...

Preventing harm: Online platforms now required to safeguard content

Groundbreaking industry standards mandating global tech giants to address harmful online content, including child sexual abuse material and pro-terror content, are set to become law....

Protecting data and security during cyber-induced power outages

Australia faces an unpredictable summer ahead, with power instability compounded by the growing risk of cyber blackouts. Data from insights agency Gartner shows unplanned power...

Opinion 2024: Unlocking the Future of Communication

This year, Comms Room’s opinion articles have delved into the evolving landscape of communication, technology, and social media. With topics ranging from the impact of...

Featured Leaders 2024: Paving the path for impactful, purpose-driven messaging

Comms Room’s featured leaders celebrate communication professionals transforming strategies to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. From data-driven social media approaches to fostering...

Four-fold rise in participation highlights regional connectivity concerns

The Albanese Government has welcomed the 2024 report from the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee (RTIRC), which provides recommendations to improve connectivity in regional, rural,...

News MAP program unveiled to support public interest journalism

The Albanese Government is investing $180.5 million to support local news and community broadcasting, launching the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP) alongside new funding...

Longtime advocate for multiculturalism takes key role on SBS Board

Dr Nicholas Pappas AM has been appointed by the Albanese Government as a non-executive Director of the SBS Board for a five-year term. Dr Pappas...

Boosting First Nations connectivity with community Wi-Fi initiatives

The Albanese Government’s $20 million program is providing free community-wide Wi-Fi to 15 remote First Nations communities, enhancing connectivity and bridging the digital divide. The...

Supporting First Nations innovation through digital access

The Albanese Government has welcomed the First Nations Digital Inclusion Roadmap, which aims to address key barriers to digital inclusion. The roadmap is the culmination...

Regulatory action highlights importance of Triple Zero reliability

ACCAN has praised the regulatory action taken against Telstra for its major Triple Zero failures earlier this year. The organisation is also advocating for an...

NBN consumer advocacy expanded with $2.56M government grant

A $2.56 million Australian Government grant to ACCAN will give consumers a voice in shaping how the NBN better serves communities nationwide. As the peak...

Government initiatives to ensure fairer telco services

The Albanese Government is providing additional funding to ACCAN, supporting its advocacy for telco consumers as part of the 2024-25 Budget commitment. As the peak...

Broadband performance and its impact on communication reliability

The ACCC has broadened its Measuring Broadband Australia program to include satellite service performance. Its latest report features data on Starlink and NBN Sky Muster....

Stopping scams: Albanese Government cracks down on SMS fraud

The Albanese Government is taking strong action against SMS scams by introducing a mandatory SMS Sender ID Register. The Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland, will...

$83 million lost to phone scams: Australia and UK step up cooperation

Australia and the United Kingdom have signed a new agreement between their communications regulators to jointly tackle phone scams, spam, and unsolicited calls. The Australian...