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5G needed to fix nbn rollout "catastrophe"
Huwaei Australia CTO David Soldani has urged the government to look to 5G fixed wireless technology to plug the holes in the "failed" nbn rollout. [ + ]
Australian RPA market grew to $52.3m in 2018
The Australian robotic process automation software market nearly doubled last year to reach $52.3m, Gartner estimates. [ + ]
nbn co launches wholesale pricing review
nbn co has released a consultation paper for nbn retail service providers and other stakeholders for a review into its wholesale pricing and discount constructs. [ + ]
Security vs national security
The tug of war over certain companies being allowed to contribute to 5G networks is spilling over to the wider industry. Will there be a solution? [ + ]
ANZ businesses ramping up CX investments
Australian and New Zealand organisations are increasing their customer experience (CX) investments and exploring new CX technologies. [ + ]
Australia is 8th top target for credential attacks
Australia was the eighth most targeted country in the world for credential stuffing attacks from November 2017 to March 2019, research shows. [ + ]
Australian organisations lifting technology investment
Research indicates that more Australian technology leaders saw increases in IT budgets under their control during 2019 than at any time in the last 15 years. [ + ]
China suspected in ANU data breach
Intelligence officials reportedly consider China to be the key suspect in the ANU data breach, but a security expert has warned against premature attribution. [ + ]
Half of data held by A/NZ businesses is 'dark'
Half of data held by organisations in Australia and New Zealand remains unclassified or untagged, according to research commissioned by Veritas. [ + ]
ANU staff and student data stolen in breach
The Australian National University has disclosed a data breach affecting 19 years' worth of personal information on staff, students and visitors. [ + ]
Copper cabling: what's the difference?
Data communication history is closely linked to the developments in cabling and the connecting hardware. [ + ]
How technology can enhance the retail experience
A successful understanding of the consumer, having the right systems in place and providing a personalised online and in-store shopping environment is critical to engaging shoppers today. [ + ]
Huawei challenging US restrictions in court
Huawei has filed a motion for summary judgement in a US lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a law restricting US companies from doing business with the vendor. [ + ]
What limits should there be on tracking in public?
Tracking via facial recognition, Wi-Fi and other means is spreading. As IT professionals, what should we do if or until these technologies are regulated? [ + ]
Canva suffers 'security incident'
Australian firm Canva has suffered a 'security incident' and has advised all of its users to change their passwords. [ + ]