Category: Technology

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...

Enhancing digital safety: Federal government’s new prevention framework

The Federal Government has released a new Scams Prevention Framework for public consultation, aiming to enhance digital safety across Australia. This framework takes an economy-wide...

How technology is enhancing patient interaction

A new report from the National Industry Innovation Network (NIIN) Health Alliance outlines five technological transformations set to revolutionise healthcare delivery in the coming year....

NSW’s new initiative enhances accessibility for important information

The Minns Labor Government is improving access to essential information with a new ‘Easy Read’ format. It covers topics ranging from emergency preparedness to applying...

Australian government introduces bill to tackle disinformation on social media

The Albanese Government will introduce new legislation to Parliament, giving the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) expanded powers. This aims to hold digital platforms...

AI in high-risk settings: How regulatory guardrails shape trust and communication

The Albanese Government is enhancing AI safety in Australia with two key announcements made on 5 September 2024. Last year, the government consulted with the...

Legislating digital integrity: Communication and privacy in the age of deepfakes

The Albanese Labour Government recently passed the Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2024. This legislation, the Deepfake Sexual Material, targets non-consensual sexually explicit deepfakes by introducing...

Holly Bennett on navigating creativity within copyright boundaries

Creativity often thrives within boundaries, and working within copyright and legal constraints is no exception. For teams managing all sorts of content, these restrictions offer...

Strengthening digital connectivity in Allied Healthcare with new CIS offer

The Australian Digital Health Agency is introducing an Allied Health Industry Offer to boost the adoption of digital health tools in the allied health sector....

Medical authorities urged to act as 3G shutdown threatens critical devices

Medical authorities must act swiftly to inform up to 200,000 medical implant recipients of the health risks posed by the upcoming 3G network shutdown. Devices...

Digital literacy for all: How Tech Savvy Seniors is transforming lives across NSW

The NSW Government’s “Tech Savvy Seniors” initiative is an important program that aims to equip seniors with the necessary digital literacy skills to safely navigate...

Safeguarding remote communication in the age of info stealers

Our phones have become essential tools for communication, helping us stay connected with family, friends, and colleagues. However, with this convenience comes the need for...

Health risks of mobile phones debunked: WHO-commissioned review

A systematic review commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) concluded that there is no link between mobile phone use and head cancers. This review,...