Category: Technology

Securing Australia’s digital future: Awareness and action

In October 2024, Australia will observe Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM), a national initiative to improve cybersecurity practices for individuals and organisations. This year’s theme,...

Strengthening online safety with an innovative digital tool

Child rights organisation ChildFund Australia is partnering with The Girls and Boys Brigade to launch the Swipe Safe app, an innovative online safety tool that...

Federal initiative connects students with essential online learning resources

The School Student Broadband Initiative, led by the National Broadband Network, is a Federal Government program providing eligible students with free home internet. This initiative,...

Improving communication and safety in online dating

The Albanese Government has collaborated with the dating industry to create an online dating industry code. They developed a first-of-its-kind rulebook in Australia to protect...

Albanese government explores prominence framework for digital radio services

The Albanese Government continues its push to modernise media regulations, releasing a proposals paper on a new prominence framework for radio. The consultation seeks input...

Increasing voter participation in Victoria through inclusivity

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) engages underrepresented communities through its Democracy Ambassador program. This initiative targets groups historically sidelined in the electoral process, aiming to...

Navigating the challenges of AI integration in healthcare

A new UK study reveals that 20 per cent of general practitioners are now using artificial intelligence in clinical diagnosis and treatment, as well as...

Privacy breaches and public trust: New legislation enhances cybersecurity communication

The Albanese Government has introduced the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024, marking a key milestone in Australia’s privacy laws. This bill addresses the...

Aussie TV hits the islands: Expanding access to Australian content in the Pacific

Australia is further expanding its presence in the Pacific, with the Australian Government announcing the extension of the PacificAus TV initiative to two additional nations....

Regulatory focus on multimodal AI expands in latest publication

The Digital Platform Regulators Forum (DP-REG) has published a new working paper on multimodal foundation models (MFMs) in generative artificial intelligence. These models, which can...

Government program to strengthen leadership in digital project delivery

The Australian Government is focusing on strengthening leadership in digital project delivery by launching a new training program for Senior Responsible Officials (SROs) managing digital...

Game rules strengthen parental control and communication on gambling features

Video games featuring simulated gambling and similar content now face new mandatory minimum classifications, following reforms introduced by the Albanese Government with unanimous backing from...

New tech fleet to keep communities connected after natural disasters

The NSW Government is rolling out a $5 million fleet of new technologies to help communities affected by bushfires, floods, or severe weather stay connected...

Report shows LEO satellites could boost connectivity in remote industries

A new report from the Albanese Government highlights the potential of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites. It describes how they could improve connectivity and productivity...

ACCC’s Measuring Broadband Report reveals enhanced speeds

Some NBN Co Fixed Wireless Plus plan customers have seen a notable boost in broadband speeds over the past six months, according to the ACCC’s...

Enhancing farm connectivity: Minns Government expands Farms of the Future Program

The Minns Government is expanding its $33 million Farms of the Future Agtech program to 2028. The goal is to help farmers across NSW boost...

Education with AI: Teacher communication and efficiency improved

All NSW public school teachers will soon have access to a generative AI app developed by the Department of Education. This decision follows feedback from...

Communicating the digital risks: A documentary on online child safety

Over 80% of Australian children use technology at home. However, research by the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) shows that only half of...

NSW pushes for transparency in councillor governance

The NSW Government plans major reforms to overhaul the Code of Conduct for elected councillors. These reforms aim to simplify the current system, addressing its...

Improving telecommunications: Government’s next steps

Michelle Rowland, Australia’s Minister for Communications, recently addressed key issues facing regional, rural, and remote communities in Australia. Her insights underscore the urgency and complexity...