Industry News
The murky world of biometric engines
Individuals are unknowingly at risk of becoming victims of deep fake scams or online stalking through seemingly innocuous activities. [ + ]
Proofpoint exposes threat actor targeting Australia
Proofpoint has published a report into a China-aligned threat actor targeting Australian government departments and businesses operating in the South China Sea. [ + ]
AU businesses still not realising value from tech investments
A new global study shows Australian organisations are failing to realise potential from tech investments due to gaps in business goals and strategies. [ + ]
3% pay rise for teachers
A 3% wage increase will be paid to more than 30,000 Western Australian public school teachers, effective from 1 September 2022. [ + ]
Security getting bigger piece of IT budgets
12% of Australian tech budgets are now dedicated to cybersecurity — up from 6% in the previous year. [ + ]
Govt urged to improve digital investments
The Productivity Commission has urged the government to invest in improved connectivity in regional areas to ensure Australia keeps pace with the digital curve. [ + ]
75% of Aussies would change jobs for more money
Data from an RMIT Online survey reveals inflation is pressuring workers to ask for pay raises. [ + ]
World Edtech Startup Challenge winner announced
Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc. has taken out the top prize at the 2022 World Edtech Startup Challenge. [ + ]
Augmented reality moves to the art world
Groundbreaking AR technology is providing a new and innovative platform for Australian contemporary artists to present their work. [ + ]
FirstWave to help put first woman on the moon
Australia's FirstWave Cloud Technology has secured an extension of its role providing software in support of NASA's Artemis Moon to Mars program. [ + ]
CSIRO to fund $1.2m robotics scholarship program
CSIRO will use the prize money from its recent second-place finish at the 'Robot Olympics' to fund a robotics scholarship program for under-represented groups. [ + ]
Unlocking the secret to private messaging apps
Unless your messaging app offers end-to-end encryption, your private conversations may be accessed without your consent, says UNSW Institute for Cyber Security. [ + ]
Safety app launched for young children
A safety app designed for young children aged four to six has been launched by the KIDS Foundation and Itty Bitty Apps. [ + ]
MinterEllison opts for Appian
MinterEllison, one of Australia's largest law firms, has automated its business process management system on the Appian Low-Code Platform. [ + ]
New Victorian angel investment groups receive funding
Three new angel investor networks backed by LaunchVic are set to unlock as much as $9 million in early-stage capital market over the next two years. [ + ]