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New research shows negativity on social media rose dramatically in Australia at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Locals protect space tech
Australian researchers have helped develop advanced microelectronics that are resistant to harsh radiation in space.
New funds for DV tech
The Federal Government is putting up new funds to monitor domestic violence offenders with GPS technology.
Newcrest building gold twin
A major miner is building a real-time digital twin of a gold mine in NSW.
ACCC sues over fake crypto ads
The consumer watchdog is suing Facebook’s parent company Meta over scam ads for cryptocurrencies...
Choice calls for BNPL regs
Consumer advocacy groups around the world want stronger regulation of the buy now, pay later sector.
TEQSA set on pro cheaters
The Federal Government says it is enforcing “the world’s strongest laws” to combat commercial cheating...
Bug brains trained on drones
Hoverfly brains have been mapped to detect the sound of distant drones.
Bond death expected
A major investment manager has quit his old firm to join a crypto advisory firm, saying “bonds won’t exist in 10 years”.
IT staff keen to shift
A new survey suggests IT staff are more likely to leave their employer than non-IT staff.
Neon issues to hit chips
The manufacturing of electronic chips has been hit hard by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Regulators gather for new issues
Four major Australian watchdogs have come together to create the Digital Platform Regulators Forum.
Solar dry-cleaning studied
Scientists have come up with a new way to clean solar panels without using water.
High-tech eyes on ISS
Australian researchers have received neuromorphic data from space after installing bio-inspired cameras on the International Space Station (ISS).
Cops drop YouTuber case
NSW Police have been accused of wasting taxpayers’ money after dropping a lawsuit against a YouTube producer.
Coles tests delivery drones
Coles is teaming up with a Google spinoff to deliver groceries by drone.
Telstra signs LEO deal
Telstra has signed a new deal that could see it compete directly with Elon Musk’s Starlink system.
ACMA tally questioned
Australia’s media regulator ACMA has been accused of changing its methodology to distort complaints data.
Disaster roaming demanded
Local governments in Queensland want a trial of domestic mobile roaming during emergencies to start soon.