Archived News for IT Professionals
Banks bid on crypto control
National Australia Bank has become Australia’s second major bank to create a ‘stablecoin’.
Optus hack hits rating
New stats show Optus suffered a $1.2 billion blow after last year’s cyberattack.
AEC replacing payroll
The AEC is replacing the payroll system for its giant temporary election workforce.
Major Medibank action looms
Law firms have joined forces to run a data breach complaint against private health insurer Medibank.
NSW opens assault report site
New South Wales has launched an online reporting portal for sexual assault survivors.
Quantum control enhanced
A new spin control method could bring billion-qubit quantum chips a few steps closer.
ANAO spots open doors
An audit has found a glaring and unnecessary issue with government information security.
NBN expectations updated
The Federal Government has issued a new statement of expectations for the NBN.
Telco sharing shut down
Telstra and TPG Telecom’s planned network sharing arrangement has been blocked.
Watchdogs make crypto call
US financial regulators have warned that banks should be more cautious on crypto contagion risks.
Court rejects data claim
The Australian Federal Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Google that claimed it misled users about personal data changes.
Feds seek extra protection
The government appears to be firming up the defences of its major agencies in the wake of recent cyberattacks.
Tech stats show speed shift
New stats show Australian consumers are paying more for NBN plans while service levels remain largely unchanged.
Tech tool details solar savings
A new solar calculator is letting Australians forecast cost savings on panels and batteries.
Telstra leaks unlisted details
Telstra has responded after accidentally publishing the details of unlisted customers online.