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nbn co building simulated training facilities
In a bid to resolve complaints over connection delays and service faults, nbn co has opened the first of a series of planned simulated training facilities for external field workers deploying the nbn access network. [ + ]
Broadband prices fell 9.4% in 2016–17
Latest ACCC report on communications services shows fixed broadband prices fell 9.4% last financial year, with mobile prices falling a more modest 3.1%. [ + ]
ARENA jointly funds Vic's first large-scale battery storage
Two large-scale, grid-connected batteries are to be built in Victoria with the help of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). [ + ]
Facebook in hot water over data harvesting
Facebook's market value has plunged over allegations that Cambridge Analytica used profile data to influence the US presidential election. [ + ]
iiNet, Internode to compensate nbn customers
iiNet and Internode will compensate more than 11,000 customers who were misled about the nbn speeds promised in their contracts. [ + ]
OAIC to probe Cambridge Analytica
The Privacy Commissioner will check to see if Australians' private Facebook data was acquired by Cambridge Analytica. [ + ]
Pilot program to fix skilled visa problem
Facing criticism of its 457 skilled visa system, the federal government has introduced a new 'Global Talent Scheme' pilot program. [ + ]
Svitzer makes first public NDB disclosure
Sensitive information on close to half of shipping company Svitzer's Australian employees was compromised over a nearly 11-month period. [ + ]
CeBIT Australia panels to include top technology brands
Innovative technology brands will be joining top-level panel discussions at CeBIT Australia when it takes places in May. [ + ]
ACMA consulting on telco complaint handling rules
Telcos would have to respond as soon as practicable to complaints about service standards or connection issues under the ACMA's proposed new rules. [ + ]
Australia losing global war for tech talent
Atlassian's Mike Cannon-Brookes says we must urgently overturn skilled immigration restrictions, build local skills and prepare for wide-scale job losses. [ + ]
nbn congestion time shrinks dramatically
Temporary CVC price cuts have led to a significant decline in the average time an nbn connection is affected by congestion issues. [ + ]
Smart data and smart cloud on CeBIT agenda
Local and international experts at CeBIT Australia will share their insights into smart solutions for digital transformation, customer-centric applications and intelligence opportunities. [ + ]
Billions added to Australia's GDP via digital transformation
An estimated $45 billion will be added to Australia's GDP by 2021 as a result of digital transformation, according to a new study by Microsoft and IDC Asia Pacific. [ + ]
NSW Business Chamber calls for nbn guarantee
The industry body has urged the ACCC to introduce a regulated Service Guarantee to alleviate the costs of delays and connection issues. [ + ]
