Defence to use ‘Optus-X’ satellite launched earlier this week – Telco/ISP
Defence has confirmed that it will use the Optus-X satellite launched by SpaceX on Monday morning Australian time. File photo. There had been some mystery…
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US government commission pushes Manhattan Project-style AI initiative – Software
A US congressional commission has proposed a Manhattan Project-style initiative to fund the development of AI systems that will be as smart or smarter than…
Microsoft launches two data centre infrastructure chips – Hardware
Microsoft has designed two additional infrastructure chips for its data centres that will help speed artificial intelligence operations and increase data security, it said at…
Defence automates IT access removal for ex-employees – Cloud – Security – Software
Defence has automated the removal of IT systems access for exiting employees and contractors amid an inquiry into IT governance within federal government. Known as…
Ticketek Australia took website down due to “heightened threat level” – Security
Ticketek Australia replaced its website with a maintenance message for over 24 hours this week after “a heightened threat level” was observed from system monitoring.…
Bunnings breached Australian privacy laws with facial recognition tech – Security – Software
Bunnings’ implementation of facial recognition technology as a preventive measure against crime and violent behaviour was found to have breached Australia’s privacy laws. The Office…
Bunnings breached Australian privacy law with facial recognition tech – Security – Software
Bunnings Group has been rapped by Australia’s privacy watchdog for using facial recognition technology at 62 stores over three years. The Office of the Australian…
Coles Group doubles down on digital – Digital Nation – Emerging Tech
Coles Group is strengthening its digital offerings with new in-app features, technology trials and omnichannel engagement. Coles Group’s chief digital officer, Ben Hassing During its…
Facebook users affected by data breach eligible for compensation – Security
A German court said that Facebook users whose data was illegally obtained in 2018 and 2019 were eligible for compensation. The Federal Court of Justice…
ACCC begins review of Vocus-TPG $5.25 billion deal – Telco/ISP
Australia’s competition regulator is seeking views on the Macquarie-backed telecommunications group Vocus’ $5.25 billion takeover of local telecom operator TPG Telecom’s enterprise, government, and wholesale…
Cyber security bill recommended for ‘urgent’ parliamentary approval – Security
Proposed legislation compelling businesses to disclose their ransomware payments to the government has been recommended for “urgent” parliamentary approval. Introduced last month by cyber security…
Future Face of Tech Leadership: Mastering the ‘Trifecta of Disruption’ – Partner Content
“Disruption is redefining tech leadership, with regulation emerging as a critical new force,” according to Logicalis CEO Robert Bailkoski. Bailkoski highlights three standout themes from…