Industry News
ABSIA rebrands to DSPANZ
ABSIA has rebranded to the Association of Digital Service Providers Australia New Zealand, to support and engage with software developers across the region. [ + ]
Curtin University, DUG partner to advance green innovation
Curtin University and DUG Technology have entered a decade-long partnership to boost Australian research and advance green innovation. [ + ]
Time-saving hub for teachers
The NSW Department of Education is offering teachers a range of evidence-based online tools to support lesson planning and professional development. [ + ]
COVID-19 attack campaigns continue to surge in 2H20
Cyber attacks taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic grew 240% in Q3 and 114% in Q4, according to McAfee's annual Threats Report. [ + ]
Optus $200K grant to be split among five Aussie innovators
Five Australian innovators will receive a share of $200,000 to hone and deliver their technology innovations, as part of the Optus Future Makers program. [ + ]
Digital tools to teach history
From ABC Education, the Days in Conflict series of six interactive documentaries tells the story of Australia's wartime record in WWI. [ + ]
Sapien, Honeywell to provide cybersecurity for infrastructure
Sapien Cyber and Honeywell Building Technologies have partnered to create cybersecurity solutions to support buildings and critical infrastructure sites. [ + ]
IT budget woes linger as 92% of organisations stuck in survival mode
Fifty-seven per cent of IT leaders globally have seen budget cuts in the past 12 months, according to a survey of 1000 CIOs and IT leaders in 10 countries. [ + ]
New-generation cloud filter designed for schools
Provision of a safe online environment is a top priority for schools, educators, admins and parents. [ + ]
Australians praise teachers for efforts during COVID-19 lockdowns
Australians have a greater appreciation for teachers after a school year interrupted by lockdowns and a transition to online learning. [ + ]
Aussie ad tech company Cartelux appoints CFO
Ad tech company Cartelux has appointed Geoff Reilly as Chief Financial Officer, to guide the company through its current phase of rapid expansion. [ + ]
Australian IT spending pegged to grow 4.1% in 2021
Gartner expects total Australian technology spending to rebound from a 1.1% decline in 2020 to a 4.1% growth this year. [ + ]
Rugged computing solution provider seeks Aus, NZ partners
Getac, a rugged computing solution provider, is seeking new partners in Australia and New Zealand in order to extend its engagement with customers in the region. [ + ]
ABC Education calls for teacher input
Take part in the 2021 Teachers' Survey and have your say on ABC Education content. [ + ]
Nelnet International partners with education sector leaders
Education and commerce platform provider Nelnet International has announced the launch of the Nelnet Education Leaders Forums in Indonesia. [ + ]
