Industry News
Digital innovation to bring $315bn to Australia
According to a new report from AlphaBeta Advisors, digital innovation could deliver $315 billion to the Australian economy over the next decade. [ + ]
NSW Fair Trading taking Android Enjoyed to court
NSW Fair Trading has taken the company behind online retailers Android Enjoyed and CameraSky and its director to court over alleged violations of consumer law. [ + ]
North America leads 5G migration: GSMA
According to a new study, nearly half of all mobile connections in North America will be running on 5G networks by 2025. [ + ]
ACCC puts telcos on notice over misleading ads
The ACCC has threatened to take court action against telco executives knowingly approving misleading advertising as part of a crackdown on the practice. [ + ]
FreightExchange chosen as Google Demo Day Asia finalist
A Sydney start-up has been selected as a finalist for Google's Demo Day Asia. [ + ]
Aussie orgs facing regular security incidents
Nearly a third of Australian businesses have suffered at least four security incidents in the past 12 months, a new survey suggests. [ + ]
CCoE launched by Ava Group
The Global Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) has been launched by Ava Group. [ + ]
World Economic Forum welcomes ACS
ACS has just become a member of the World Economic Forum, marking the first time that a professional association in the ICT sector has been admitted. [ + ]
Most businesses failing to comply with GDPR
Just 30% of companies tested for compliance with the GDPR's right to data access and data portability responded within the mandated one-month window. [ + ]
ACCC calls for CDR reform feedback
The ACCC is seeking views from consumers about the Consumer Data Right (CDR) reform. [ + ]
Govts making slow progress with digital initiatives
While governments including Australia's have made digital transformation a high priority, they are making slow progress scaling up their digital initiatives. [ + ]
Popularity of 2-in-1 tablets on the rise
The iPad is still the top tablet in Australia as tablet computer sales continue to grow, according to research from Telsyte. [ + ]
Masterclasses open for Sydney entrepreneurs
A series of professional workshops is being held for growing entrepreneurial businesses in Sydney. [ + ]
SA's innovation hub taking expressions of interest
Expressions of interest have now opened for a new innovation hub in South Australia. [ + ]
Aus Govt leads blockchain delegation to China
Australian blockchain leaders will travel to China as part of an Australian Government-led mission. [ + ]