Archived News for IT Professionals - September, 2024
Google fires at Microsoft lock
Google has lodged an antitrust complaint against Microsoft with the European Union.
New success for quantum tech
Experts have achieved something thought to be years away: the fault-tolerant teleportation of a logical qubit.
Online ID name changing
The Australian Government is set to rename its digital identity app, myGovID, to myID.
Privacy change prompts complaint
A complaint has been raised in Europe over Firefox’s “Privacy Preserving” tracking feature.
US rejects Chinese tech
The US Government has proposed a ban on Chinese software in internet-connected vehicles, citing national security threats.
3G fears in WA
The imminent 3G shutdown has sparked fears of poor connectivity in regional Western Australia.
AI 'thinking' probed
Artificial intelligence may soon learn through a process similar to human thinking.
AUKUS expansion coming
Australia's $300-billion-plus AUKUS pact is inviting new allies - and fresh doubts - into the fold.
Breaches reach recent height
Australia is facing an escalating data security crisis, with data breaches reaching a three-and-a-half-year high.
Soil sounds for health check
Beneath the surface, the soil is hosting a silent rave of bubbles and clicks.
New work could bring balance
Australia's evolving work patterns could present new opportunities to advance gender equality.
Quantum catchup called
Experts warn Australia and New Zealand are falling behind in the quantum race.
Figures named in Robodebt report
The APS Commissioner has exposed major misconduct in the unlawful Robodebt scheme.
Defence tech measures probed
A Defence audit has revealed major failures in securing critical ICT systems against cyber threats.
Google facing court hits
Google has lost its legal battle with the European Commission over a 2.42 billion euro fine.