Industry News
Time for a privacy reckoning on blockchain
Researchers from UniSA and Charles Sturt University have urged the industry to explore alternatives to blockchain that maintain privacy. [ + ]
COVID-19 drives 40% surge in New Zealand PC market
A report from IDC has revealed an almost 40% increase for the New Zealand PC market in the second quarter of 2020, due to work from home demand. [ + ]
RMIT expertise shapes future of online education in Vietnam
Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training has partnered with RMIT to help guide the future of online education in the region. [ + ]
ACCC places app stores under the microscope
The ACCC will investigate competition issues associated with Google Play and the Apple App Store as part of its digital platforms inquiry. [ + ]
Report: AU tech sector salaries growing despite COVID-19
A report from the Australian Information Industry Association has found that continued wage rises in the tech sector are unaffected by COVID-19. [ + ]
ACS welcomes findings of Senate fintech committee
Reforms recommended by the Senate Select Committee on Financial Technology and Regulatory Technology will provide a boost to the fintech sector, the ACS said. [ + ]
Telehealth platform developer establishes HQ in Melbourne
XRHealth has established its Asia Pacific HQ and Fulfilment Centre in Melbourne, creating employment opportunities for clinicians across Melbourne and Victoria. [ + ]
COVID-19 causes decline in Aussie smartphone sales
The coronavirus pandemic, coupled with handset supply delays, has caused smartphone sales to fall 5% in the first half of 2020, according to Telsyte. [ + ]
CyberCX acquires Insomnia Security
Australia's CyberCX has acquired New Zealand cybersecurity specialist Insomnia Security as part of its expansion into the market. [ + ]
La Trobe University and Didasko win at Educational Publishing Awards
La Trobe University and online partner Didasko have won at the Educational Publishing Awards Australia for the third consecutive year. [ + ]
COVID-19 drives spending growth for A/NZ security services
IDC has forecast long-term growth for managed security services spending in Australia and New Zealand, with security services revenue to grow at a CAGR of 12.3%. [ + ]
GlobalData: Fintech companies could boost gig economy with AI
GlobalData has revealed that fintech start-ups could help boost the gig economy through AI credit scoring models that can quickly interpret alternative data. [ + ]
Govt unveils code of practice to boost IoT security
The Australian Government has released a code of practice for IoT devices like smart televisions and security cameras to protect consumers from cyber threats. [ + ]
Career opportunities booming in RPA
UiPath has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for robotic process automation, with increasing career opportunities for RPA professionals. [ + ]
Hearables leading the wearable tech market
A new report from IDC reveals that the market for wearables devices increased during the second quarter of 2020, due to strong demand for hearables. [ + ]
