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NBN's half-year results show solid performance but challenges remain

NBN Co has released its financial and operational results for the first half of FY25, reporting ...  
Progress and peril: Balancing technology's duality

As society's dependence on technology grows, it's important to address both the pros and the cons ...  
DeepSeek gives China breakthrough in AI development

The release of DeepSeek R1, developed in China on a shoestring budget, has sent shockwaves through ...  
Trump, TikTok and the price of power

Trump's delayed TikTok ban boosts billionaire donor Jeff Yass, whose growing stake in the app ...  
Laser communications: Illuminating the future of connectivity

Laser communications have made significant strides, solidifying their position as a transformative ...  
The humble spreadsheet is about to get a whole lot smarter

Spreadsheets are about to be given an AI overhaul, but while it will make working with them easier ...  
The great American drone panic: Miracles or massive hoax?

Americans are nervous and demanding explanations over increasing reports of what they assume are ...  
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.  
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