Industry News
EdTech start-up focuses on digital skill creation
A new platform allows students to design, create and publish immersive edcuation projects while developing critical future skills. [ + ]
DTA releases COVIDSafe update
The DTA has introduced a number of security and accessibility improvements to the COVIDSafe app as part of its latest update. [ + ]
Govt inquiry into COVID-19 impact on education
An expanded government inquiry is inviting submissions on the impact of COVID-19 on Australian education. [ + ]
Law Council calls for better foreign data access
The Law Council has called for better safeguards to improve efficiency and protect rights when agencies require access to crucial data stored in foreign countries. [ + ]
NZ GCSB condemns COVID-19 cyber attacks
New Zealand's GCSB has condemned reported cyber attacks on foreign critical infrastructure during the COVID-19 crisis, but said NZ has not yet been a target. [ + ]
RMIT Online partners with IBM on 5G and IoT courses
The 'IoT Strategy in the 5G Era' and '5G for Business' programs will prepare professionals for the 5G-enabled Internet of Things revolution. [ + ]
NBN Co raises $6.1bn in private financing
NBN Co has secured $6.1bn in private sector financing to help the company start the process of paying off its loan from the government. [ + ]
COVID-19 related malware and spam on the rise
Trend Micro has uncovered a variety of malicious campaigns including email spam, BEC, malware, ransomware and malicious domains. [ + ]
Mindfulness in education
As children across the country start making their way back to the classroom, the effects of the recent upheaval will no doubt make themselves known. [ + ]
AI, IoT, blockchain, 5G to boost Sydney economy by $30bn
The growth represents an 80% increase from 2019 as remote working becomes more mainstream following the COVID-19 lockdown. [ + ]
Teaching ABCs via TV
With Victorian school students set to stay home for the remainder of Term 2, the state government's ongoing partnership with the ABC is providing fresh curriculum-aligned content in support of remote and flexible learning. [ + ]
Capital kids back to the classroom
ACT public school students and teachers are headed back to the classroom from Monday, 18 May. [ + ]
Consumer Data Right enforcement policy released
The ACCC and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner have jointly announced the new Consumer Data Right compliance and enforcement policy. [ + ]
Disadvantaged students get a helping hand
Started before the current pandemic, a program designed to help disadvantaged secondary schools has been opening doors. [ + ]
AIIA iAwards launches the 'Biggest Pitch' in innovation
Australian innovators will have the chance to compete for cash investment, mentorship and other expert services as part of AIIA's new Biggest Pitch contest. [ + ]
