Archived News for IT Professionals
Plasma plating for techno-mirrors
Australian researchers have come up with a new plasma coating technology that could replace the rare earth metal indium...
Air brains for soft robots
Engineers have created an air-powered computer memory that can be used to control soft robots.
ASIO seeks Insta-spies
The Australian Security and Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) is using Instagram as part of its annual recruitment drive.
Data issues in COVID studies
While the COVID-19 pandemic saw a rise in research and clinical trials, experts say cracks are beginning to emerge.
EU tariffs could hurt local firms
Australia risks falling on the unhelpful side of new European Union (EU) carbon tariffs.
Vocal nerves tapped for tech-speech
Scientists have successfully converted a paralysed man’s brain waves into speech.
Fingertips tapped for power
US scientists have developed an energy harvesting device that generates power from the sweat on fingertips.
WHO issues gene-edit guide
The World Health Organization has made new recommendations on human genome editing.
Big fine for car cartel
The European Union has accused major German car manufacturers of colluding to slow the development and rollout of car emission-control systems.
Big simulator coming soon
Australian authorities will soon take advantage of a massive power system simulator.
Digital touch coming
Australian researchers are working on the ability to experience touch over the internet.
Instant COVID check coming
Australian researchers are working on an instant COVID sensor to prevent outbreaks and protect communities.
Takeover scams mount
Computer takeover scams are on the rise, having snagged over $7 million so far this year.
AI trained for galactic sweep
Australian astronomers have trained a computer program to classify tens of thousands of galaxies in just a few seconds.
ACT accused of app abuse
The ACT Government has been accused of overreach in its use of COVID app data.