Industry News
AI dangerous if not properly regulated: TWU
Artificial intelligence needs to be properly regulated, and a proposal for voluntary certification is not sufficient, according to the Transport Workers Union. [ + ]
New draft telco industry code released
The Communications Alliance is consulting on an updated version of the enforceable Telecommunications Consumer Protection (TCP) Code. [ + ]
Vic start-ups benefit from new accelerators
The Victorian Government is investing $13.45 million in three world-class accelerators that will benefit start-ups around the state. [ + ]
Qld tech start-ups to benefit from new govt grants
Hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants will be awarded to Queensland tech innovators as part of a new government scheme. [ + ]
New Perth JCSC targets cyber attacks
A new Joint Cyber Security Centre (JCSC) has opened in Perth, with the aim of keeping Australians safe from cyber attacks. [ + ]
Australian networking market has a banner Q1
The Australian networking market was off to a promising start during the first quarter, according to IDC. [ + ]
Nomis selects Melbourne for APAC HQ
The move will boost Victoria's growing fintech sector and create up to 50 jobs over five years. [ + ]
Applications open for Data Advisory Council
Data privacy experts will have until 20 July to apply to join the National Data Advisory Council. [ + ]
Govt consulting on Data Sharing Act
The government has released a discussion paper related to the proposed design of the new Data Sharing and Release Act. [ + ]
Vic Govt supports regional start-ups
Regional Victorian start-ups will receive $2.4 million in funding from the state government, to help boost their access and participation. [ + ]
ACCC examining online media and marketing platforms
The ACCC's inquiry into digital platforms will examine the disruptive effect of digital platforms on society and consider investigations and developments overseas. [ + ]
Shred-it opens Sydney plant
The plant will allow Shred-it to have an active role in assisting businesses and government agencies comply with stringent data privacy legislation. [ + ]
Australia lags behind in AI: OpenText
The majority of Australians are not yet convinced about the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, according to new research. [ + ]
nbn nearly complete in rural areas
The nbn rollout is nearing full completion outside of major urban areas, while 4m premises nationwide are now active on the network. [ + ]
Data Standards advisory committee announced
The first members of the Advisory Committee of the new Data Standards Body have been announced, with banks strongly represented. [ + ]
