Industry News
ACCC taking Dodo and iPrimus to court
The ACCC has taken Vocus brands Dodo and iPrimus to court alleging false and misleading advertising about the typical speeds of their nbn services. [ + ]
Half of firms lost customers during COVID-19, study finds
The figure is well above the global average of 36% and exposes gaps in digital transformation efforts, with failings in communication largely to blame. [ + ]
Gadi ranks 25 in Global 500 Supercomputer index
Eight times more powerful than its predecessor, Australia's Gadi supercomputer is poised to aid major global research projects. [ + ]
Business email compromise scams cost $132 million
ACCC's Targeting Scams Report uncovers the extent of scams targeting business, with BEC representing the highest losses incurred for any type of scam. [ + ]
Government releases sixth update for COVIDSafe app
The latest release has improved functionality and can be accessed by the Australian external territories. [ + ]
PC market flourished during COVID-19, but it won't last
Despite positive results for the first half of the year, the PC market is expected to decline by the end of 2020, says IDC. [ + ]
CSIRO's Data61 creates voice spoofing prevention measure
The 'Void' solution detects differences in spectral characteristics between live and recorded human voices. [ + ]
30 years of STEM: where to now?
The convergence of EdTech and STEM pedagogy is on the cusp of delivering on long-held educational ideals. [ + ]
Teachers learn online too
When students moved to an online world, teachers followed suit, with professional training programs dropping face-to-face in favour of virtual learning. [ + ]
Developing an inquiry culture in education
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, wants students to be engaged and to see an inquiry culture developed and embedded into our education system. [ + ]
ACCC concerned over Google's potential acquisition of Fitbit
The acquisition could stunt competition in several digital advertising and health markets, warns ACCC Chair Rod Sims. [ + ]
RTA calls for social media reform to stop disinformation
In light of a warning from the Foreign Minister, Responsible Technology Australia says social media should be regulated in the same manner as public health measures. [ + ]
Most Australians want to continue remote work, survey finds
86% of respondents want to continue working from home, claiming virtual meeting, webinar and document sharing tools are the way to go. [ + ]
VEYA focuses on external challenges
The Victorian Early Years Awards (VEYA) celebrate leadership, achievement, dedication and innovation in early childhood learning. [ + ]
Deregulation Taskforce brought under PM&C
The Deregulation Taskforce has been brought under the purview of PM&C and tasked with exploring ways of cutting red tape surrounding business communications. [ + ]
