Industry News
Removal of discrimination exemptions for religious schools
The NT Government's proposal to remove discrimination exemptions for religious schools has been welcomed by the Independent Education Union. [ + ]
How early self-regulation increases educational success
Teaching children how to manage their attention and impulses positively affects later educational success, according to research. [ + ]
Splunk's integrated interface now available in ANZ
Software company Splunk Inc. has announced Splunk Observability Cloud is now available in Australia and New Zealand via Amazon Web Services. [ + ]
Board directors struggling to achieve digital goals
Despite increased interest and risk appetite among boards for digital technologies, the majority are struggling to achieve their digital transformation goals. [ + ]
RMIT supercomputer open for business
RMIT's cloud supercomputing facility allows researchers to test ideas and solutions up to 80 times faster than existing onsite servers. [ + ]
SOTI update includes indoor location tracking
SOTI has launched a new tracking solution as part of its MobiControl, allowing businesses to accurately track mobile equipment indoors in real time. [ + ]
Melbourne is fastest-growing edge metro
Sydney is among the fastest-growing core metros in APAC and Melbourne is the fastest-growing edge metro for interconnection bandwidth, Equinix research suggests. [ + ]
Coles and Wing drone deliveries expanded
Coles will be Australia's first major retailer to offer direct store-to-home drone delivery, launching a pilot service in South East Queensland. [ + ]
Sophos launches third-party compatible MDR
Sophos has launched new third-party security technology compatibilities with Sophos Managed Detection and Response. [ + ]
Oman Australia Cable system launched
SUBCO has switched on its new $300 million Oman Australia Cable, a high-speed subsea cable system connecting WA to EMEA. [ + ]
Australian businesses yielding to ransomware groups
Nearly 70% of Australian businesses have been hit by ransomware in the last five years, and many are willing to pay substantial ransoms to keep the lights on. [ + ]
Proposed new syllabus targets STEM
Proposed new science and technology syllabuses in NSW are focused on creating the next generation of STEM leaders. [ + ]
Fitbit in court over statements on faulty devices
The ACCC has instituted Federal Court proceedings against US-based Fitbit LLC for allegedly making false or misleading representations to consumers. [ + ]
Teachers want more respect: study
A study by Monash University showed that 70% of Australian teachers feel the profession is not respected by the public. [ + ]
Australian Cyber Week hits the road
Running from 14–18 November, this year's event will travel around Australia generating awareness of the national cybersecurity industry. [ + ]