Archived News for IT Professionals
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 has been awarded “for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots”.
Gambling raises game rating
Australian governments have agreed to new mandatory minimum classifications for gambling in games.
Telco license considered
The Australian government is considering a licensing scheme for telecommunications retailers.
Tiny sensor for big breakthrough
Australian researchers have unveiled an amazing molecular-scale electronic sensor.
Big backing for drone lines
US energy giants have provided millions in funding for an Australian drone start-up.
PwC report reveals problems
PwC Australia's culture has been exposed in a report into its tax leak scandal.
Green agency seeks own IT
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) says it will move off shared IT services,
Modem hacks highlighted
Authorities have issued a warning regarding the activities of the Chinese hacking group known as BlackTech.
Rural 3G issue reported
Farmers in western New South Wales say they are facing an unexpected decline in 3G phone service.
WA cops tap Starlink
The WA Police Force has allocated $8.5 million to equip 550 vehicles and 129 regional police stations with Starlink technology and internet services.
Murdoch steps back
Rupert Murdoch, a media titan known for his far-reaching influence, is stepping down.
Dating regulation threatened
The Federal Government has warned online dating platforms to bolster their user safety measures or face increased government oversight.
Digital ID bill appears
Australia's long-awaited digital identity legislation has made its way to Parliament.
Google faces dominance claims
Google is embroiled in a historic antitrust trial, accused of manipulating the internet search arena to stifle competition.
International court hacked
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has fallen victim to a cyberattack.