Technology
Emerging trend driving the looming breakup of Big Tech

While commercialism has traditionally shaped the restructuring of large corporations, it's now ...  
'Careless People' and Meta's unprincipled corporate dominance

Attempts by Meta to shut down a new tell-all book savaging the organisation have had the oppo ...  
Libs' latest NBN bashing: Big on blame, short on Liberal liability

The way forward is to keep the NBN publicly owned and continue investing in fibre expansion. ...  
AI power consumption demands a rethink for energy infrastructure

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, but its rapid ...  
Europe must stand firm against the unchecked power of U.S. digital giants

Faced with mounting pressure from powerful corporate interests in America, Europe must uphold ...  
It's high time NBN Co focused on public benefit, not profit

To truly maximise the NBN’s potential, the focus must shift from recouping costs to fostering ...  
Australia's mobile future: Navigating the political risks of LEO satellite technology

Communications analyst Paul Budde discusses the merits and challenges of the Albanese Governmen ...  
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 ...  

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