Industry News
Is rising cloud adoption leaving business data insecure?
Trend Micro has revealed that only 47% of organisations surveyed in Australia and New Zealand are confident in securing their part of the cloud-based responsibility model. [ + ]
Five future of work decisions HR must address in 2021
HR leaders have faced many changes in 2020, but will need to make many more decisions about work policies, technology and employment models in 2021. [ + ]
Is your internet use harming the environment?
The recent switch to remote work and entertainment has had a sizeable environmental impact because of how internet data is stored and transmitted. [ + ]
Revealed: the most in-demand tech skills for 2021
Skillsoft has detailed the top tech skills trends in 2020 and forecast the most in-demand skills for 2021, such as data analytics and cloud fundamentals. [ + ]
Uni partnership to deliver leadership program in public schools
NSW Department of Education has announced the winning bid for a professional learning program. [ + ]
Big data, analytics to grow by US$41.9bn by 2024
Asia–Pacific big data analytics solutions revenue will increase by US$ 41.9 billion by 2024, according to IDC research. [ + ]
Telstra says it has reached 50% 5G coverage
Telstra's 5G network now covers 50% of the population and is on track to expand to reach 75% by the end of June, the company says. [ + ]
nbn claims to set 5G long-range transmission world record
NBN Co claims it has achieved a world record for long-range 5G transmission using mmWave, in live testing at an nbn site in Mortlake, Victoria. [ + ]
Study shows reading code uses non-language cognitive skills
A new study highlights the cognitive and neural systems required to undertake computer programming tasks. [ + ]
Assessing online reading tools
The iRead project focuses on supporting primary school children in becoming confident and skilled readers. [ + ]
LEDC enters agreement with NBN to improve regional internet
Leading Edge Data Centres has entered into a wholesale broadband agreement with NBN Co to build infrastructure for RSPs to connect to its data centres. [ + ]
IDC reveals steady growth for public cloud IT infrastructure
Vendor revenue from sales of IT infrastructure products for public and private cloud environments increased 9.4% in the third quarter of 2020, according to IDC. [ + ]
Australia calls on EU to protect children online
Australia and its Five Country partners have urged the EU to protect children around the world by addressing consequences of its ePrivacy Directive. [ + ]
Starter smartphone prioritises cybersafety
A new smartphone designed for first-time users puts online safety at the forefront. [ + ]
Warning for Aussies over QR code, COVID-19 vaccination scams
Avast is warning Australians to be aware of cyber threats around QR codes and potential online COVID-19 vaccination scams, as more COVID-19 outbreaks occur. [ + ]
