Archived News for IT Professionals - September, 2024
New legislation has been created to address harmful misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms.
Jail time for doxing proposed
Australia is set to introduce new legislation aimed at doxing and other forms of online harassment.
Tech leap for robot leg
Engineers have created an advanced new robotic leg, powered by artificial muscles.
New site to draw mining money
Australia has launched a digital prospectus to encourage critical minerals investment.
Shorten leaves with robodebt pledge
Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.
AI protections proposed
The Federal Government has outlined new “guardrails” for businesses’ use of AI.
Consumers' tech trust measured
Despite being keen for new retail technologies, Australian consumers appear to fear and mistrust them.
New modellers for MDBA
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority is collaborating with state governments to enhance river modelling expertise ...
Phone cancer claims denied
Mobile phones do not cause brain cancer, a major WHO-backed study confirms.
Quantum tech for new sensor
Australian researchers say their tiny quantum sensor could make a big impact.
Big solar boost opens
Australia is launching its $1 billion push to turbocharge local solar manufacturing.