Archived News for IT Professionals - February, 2024
CSIRO has unveiled a groundbreaking new gene-screening technology to boost crop disease resistance.
ACCC urges tech regulation
The ACCC is calling for regulation of digital giants to protect consumers and competition.
Spy boss exposes local agent
ASIO has given details of a foreign espionage plot involving an Australian politician.
Breach list suggested
The business lobby has called for the establishment of a 'name and shame' register for consulting firms ...
Leak reveals private rates
A federal department has leaked commercially-sensitive data for the second time.
Assange makes UK bid
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is making his last effort within the UK’s legal framework to avoid extradition to the US.
CUDA coming to Pawsey
The Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre has made a deal with NVIDIA to enhance its quantum computing capabilities.
Musk plugs brain link
Elon Musk says the first human recipient of Neuralink’s brain chip can now control a computer mouse solely through thought.
Transport tech audited
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) is pushing to replace its antiquated Driver Vehicle System (DRIVES), despite numerous attempts and significant financial investment.
Woolworths promotes tech boss
A leader of Woolworths’ tech activities has risen to CEO during a controversial week for the supermarket giant.
Biggest black hole spotted
Australian astronomers have identified the fastest-growing black hole recorded to date...
AI boss seeks $7 trillion
The CEO of OpenAI is in discussions to raise US$7 trillion to transform the global computer chip industry.