Category: Technology

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...

Mandatory SMS Sender ID Register: Strengthening communication trust

Australians frustrated by fake, deceptive, and harmful text message scams will benefit as the SMS Sender ID Register becomes mandatory. ACCAN, Australia’s peak communications consumer...

Communication challenges: Affordability restricts digital inclusion in remote areas

Internet access in Australia’s remote and very remote communities has improved over the past two years, driven by enhanced 4G, Wi-Fi, and satellite infrastructure across...

$48M funding boost to improve mobile coverage on regional NSW roads

The Australian and Minns Labor Governments have announced up to $48 million in joint funding to enhance mobile coverage. This initiative will benefit highways and...

Government investment transforms broadband communication in Queensland

Over 800,000 homes and businesses in Queensland can now upgrade to world-class full-fibre NBN broadband. This upgrade has been made possible through investment from the...

New law mandates proactive safety measures by tech companies

The Albanese Government is committed to protecting Australians through world-leading online safety laws. As part of this effort, it will legislate a Digital Duty of...

ACCAN highlights unresolved telco complaints in TIO report

ACCAN has welcomed the release of data from the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman, praising its transparency. The report highlights a slight year-on-year rise in complaints and...

Dating industry faces pressure to tackle online abuse

New research emphasises the importance of dating apps safeguarding Australians from sexual predators, calling for enhanced measures to ensure user safety and security. The increasing...

One year later: how the Optus outage shaped emergency and customer communications

One year after the nationwide Optus outage, the Albanese Government has made significant strides in enhancing telecommunications network resilience. Improvements include better complaints handling and...

Albanese Government invests in reliable mobile coverage along key Victorian roads

The Albanese Government has announced $8 million in funding to improve mobile coverage along highways and major roads in regional Victoria. This initiative will benefit...

Government delivers broadband upgrades for millions

The Albanese Government is boosting Australia’s digital capacity. More than nine million homes and businesses can now access the fastest broadband speeds on the National...

Free digital literacy program rolls out to primary schools nationwide

Primary schools nationwide now have access to a free media and digital literacy program funded by the Albanese Government. Developed by the Alannah & Madeline...

Mobile phone ban improves focus and social interaction in NSW schools

A new survey by the NSW Department of Education reveals that the Minns Labor Government’s mobile phone ban in all NSW public schools has enhanced...

Strengthening mobile resilience in Australia’s disaster-prone regions

The Albanese Government is bolstering the resilience of mobile network communications in regional, remote, and peri-urban Australia. This initiative aims to keep communities safer and...

Improved mobile connectivity boosts communication resilience in Torquay

Locals and visitors to Torquay will benefit from enhanced safety, connectivity, and information access. These improvements come through mobile connectivity and resilience upgrades under the...

Government reviews online safety framework to strengthen protection

The Albanese Government welcomes the final report from the independent statutory review of the Online Safety Act 2021. The comprehensive review considered the current provisions...

Study highlights GenAI’s role in supporting critical thinking in education

A new study by Monash University learning analytics researchers outlines essential considerations for developing generative AI (GenAI) educational tools. These guidelines aim to ensure that...

Mobile Black Spot Program seeks local insights for improved mobile coverage

The Albanese Government has opened a Project Noticeboard, allowing local communities to suggest locations for the next round of Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP) funding....

Rise in bank impersonation scams highlights need for customer vigilance

Scammers are on the rise, posing as bank representatives through calls, emails, or messages to steal people’s money. The scammers ask you for personal or...