Archived News for IT Professionals - June, 2024
A new initiative is aimed at enhancing the health sector's resilience against cyber threats.
AI shreds exam test
The exam system of a prominent UK university failed to detect nearly all AI-generated submissions in a recent test.
First Bitcoin ETF listed
The ASX has listed its first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), the VanEck Bitcoin ETF (VBTC).
'Deathbot' values studied
People are increasingly turning to AI to have simulated discussions with the dead.
Assange back in Australia
Julian Assange has spent his first evening as a free man in Australia, marking the end of more than a decade of ...
Social media harms reviewed
A new study suggests that social media use may contribute to an increase in mental health issues such as depression and anxiety among young people.
Tech fail claimed in Medibank hack
Medibank's failure to implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) could have led to the data breach that exposed ...
AI aimed at better building
A new system could enhance the success rates of medium and large-scale construction projects.
Self-driving stats suggest safety
New research has found that self-driving cars are already better drivers than humans, in many cases.
ARENA backs car grid
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted $3.2 million to Amber Electric for a residential trial focusing on battery electric vehicle (BEV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services.
Adobe sued over subscriptions
The US government has filed a lawsuit against Adobe, accusing the software giant of deceptive practices ...
Gorman speaks on AI needs
Patrick Gorman has spoken on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) within the public sector.
Meta scam case proceeds
A US judge has allowed Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest to proceed with his lawsuit against Meta Platforms.
OAIC calls for openness
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has called for better access to government information.
Quantum deal questioned
The Federal Government has been accused of conducting a misleading expression of interest (EoI) process for quantum computing.
Social media interventions mulled
The US surgeon general wants warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those found on cigarette packages.
Apple injects new AI
Apple has unveiled its generative artificial intelligence initiative dubbed “Apple Intelligence”.
Cashless effect backed
People tend to spend more when using cashless payment methods compared to traditional cash transactions.