Industry News
FB data deletion: PR spin or a privacy win?
Facebook has announced it will shut down its facial recognition system and delete the face prints of more than one billion people. [ + ]
Coles to modernise workflow with Microsoft cloud technology
Coles has extended its existing partnership with Microsoft to build a team member engagement platform that will improve workflow and customer experience. [ + ]
Barhead, Microsoft helping FSI pursue transformation
Barhead is working with Microsoft to help Australian financial services industry organisations digitially transform their operations. [ + ]
Connecting every school to the internet
One million schools around the world have been mapped as part of a partnership with Ericsson and UNICEF. [ + ]
Aussie, Kiwi businesses failing to secure their cloud data
New research has found that 92% of Australian businesses are leaving half the sensitive data they store in the cloud unencrypted, leaving it open to cyber attacks. [ + ]
NZ's Auldhouse expands security training capabilities
New Zealand's Auldhouse has been selected as the official New Zealand partner for major cybersecurity training providers including ISACA. [ + ]
Australia key target of encrypted attacks
Australia was the fourth most targeted nation in the world by HTTPS attacks during 9M21, according to Zscaler. [ + ]
Aussie workers push back on monitoring tech
Australians may have allowed the office into their home, expedited by COVID-19, but they draw the line at employers using monitoring technology. [ + ]
Air quality program rollout continues in schools
Thousands of classrooms will benefit from fresh air ventilation systems, as part of the NSW Government's $100 million investment. [ + ]
Should parents be paid for lockdown homeschooling?
Families who conducted homeschooling during lockdown should be provided with financial support, according to an expert from the Australian National University. [ + ]
Retailers using real-time occupancy monitoring to stay COVID-safe
WingArc Australia has developed a real-time occupancy monitoring solution to help retailers manage the number of shoppers in-store to stay compliant with COVID-19 guidelines. [ + ]
Alex building full service digital bank on Azure
Australian fintech Alex is building a full service bank on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, starting with its personal loan product. [ + ]
Qld offers incentives for digital games industry
The Queensland Government will offer incentives targeting the digital games industry in an effort to create more local jobs. [ + ]
Willyama joins Airbus's Team Maier
Indigenous and veteran-owned professional services company Willyama will participate in the Airbus-led bid to build a sovereign military satcom capability. [ + ]
Cyber Academy scholarship program for veterans
Allectum has announced the Veterans Cyber Academy Scholarship program, creating employment opportunities and addressing skills shortages. [ + ]