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Challenges for IT recruitment in 2018
Australia and New Zealand's IT job markets are "generally healthy" and this looks set to continue in 2018. [ + ]
Businesses underprepared for mandatory data breach reporting laws
Small businesses have been urged to prepare for the introduction of mandatory data breach reporting laws, which will take effect from 22 February. [ + ]
Millennials prefer biometrics to passwords
People are now prioritising security over convenience when logging into their applications and devices, according to a new IBM Security report. [ + ]
Australia's bid for $2 trillion lithium market
Australia produces more than 60% of the world's lithium, and is poised to capitalise on the $2 trillion value chain. [ + ]
UK hits 95% superfast broadband coverage
Just over 95% of UK premises are now able to order a broadband connection with speeds of over 24 Mbps, analysis from ThinkBroadband shows. [ + ]
DX to top the agenda for Aussie CIOs
With 60% of Australian GDP expected to be digitised by 2021, digital transformation will remain top priority for Australian IT executives, according to IDC. [ + ]
Significant changes proposed for .au domain
Major reforms are under discussion for the .au domain, with some of the proposed changes the most significant in 30 years. [ + ]
Privacy complaints to OAIC grew 17% in FY17
The Office of the Information Commissioner fielded a 17% increase in privacy complaints last financial year, and finalised 95% of complaints within 12 months. [ + ]
Technological disruption causes global reskilling crisis
Millions of jobs are at risk due to technological disruption according to a new World Economic Forum report. [ + ]
Davos deal to upskill 1 million workers
Global IT industry initiative aims to bring competitive training content together on one platform to serve the greater good. [ + ]
Mobile broadband no alternative to nbn
The FCC's admission that mobile is not a substitute for fixed broadband should quell speculation that 5G can stand in for the nbn, said Paul Budde. [ + ]
How apps are redefining lifestyles and industries worldwide
App Annie has released its annual report, 2017 Retrospective, which reveals key trends driving the app market's growth for the year. [ + ]
Intel confirms reboot issue with Spectre fix
Intel's Spectre and Meltdown fixes are causing reboots and a performance hit in some configurations. [ + ]
Vocus to add 8 TBps of domestic capacity
Vocus Communications is upgrading its domestic network to support demand for its planned ASC cable system, while Hawaiki Submarine Cable is well underway with its own cable project. [ + ]
IT education providers must step up: new survey
Only 3% of CIOs believe that the current education system sufficiently meets the demands of the IT employment market, according to new research. [ + ]
