Technology
Government revitalises NBN with $3 billion injection

The Albanese Government has reiterated its commitment to completing the NBN and keeping NBN Co in ...  
No, cyber seniors... Sat Nav is not a bloke from the office

During a vintage conversation about technology, Mick realises Bazza really is "old school". ...  
2025: A year of transformative technology and ethical challenges

The new year will herald innovations in technology, with artificial intelligence heading the list ...  
#3 TOP IA STORY OF 2024: 3G shutdown highlights issues facing Australia and world

His second in our 2024 top ten, Paul Budde's November story tapped into the frustration felt by ...  
#5 TOP IA STORY OF 2024: More Australian fibre connections but users stick to lower speeds

Telecommunications expert Paul Budde continued to produce must-read analysis during 2024, incl ...  
DAZN buys Foxtel signalling new era for Australian sports streaming

The recent announcement of DAZN’s acquisition of Foxtel marks a pivotal moment in Australia’s ...  
Technology and society: Navigating innovation in a fractured world

Technological advancement bears pros and cons that not only contributed to global progress but ...  
Social media ban: More harm than good

Australia's social media ban will isolate vulnerable children from online support communities.  
Direct-to-cell services a game-changer for rural and emergency networks

The recent conditional approval granted by the U.S. FCC to Starlink for its direct-to-cell (D2C) ...  
AI Regulation in Australia: Understanding the mandatory guardrails

Australia takes centre stage as a global leader for safe and responsible AI use.  
Smart grids: A path to neighbourhood energy independence

Smart grids have the potential to revolutionise how we produce, store, and consume electricity.  
Australia’s Cyber Security Act 2024: A step forward – but at what cost?

Much-needed measures to address cyber threats bring an additional compliance burden to business ...  
The 3G shutdown: Lessons from Australia and the world

The recent shutdown of the 3G network that caused a nightmare for consumers should serve as a ...  
Countering the influence of 'mass man' with AI

A global trend of societies embracing mediocrity and eschewing free thought could be countered by ...  
There's no substitute for experience — tell that to online lifers

Bazza gets out and about. Meanwhile, Mick thinks he might be sniffing more than the roses...  
Intelligent systems depend on fusion of biology and technology

According to one expert, the future of intelligent systems lies in the seamless integration of ...  
Australia’s 3G shutdown: Why your 4G/5G phone is now blocked

The ill-planned shutdown of Australia's 3G network not only happened with little notice, but has ...  
Nightshade empowers artists in the battle against unauthorised AI theft

A new digital tool has emerged that will assist artists in protecting their work against artifi ...  
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