Industry News
A/NZ IT leaders would sacrifice security for performance
More than half of IT leaders from Australia and New Zealand polled by F5 Networks admit that they would turn off security features to improve performance. [ + ]
Retraining program to boost maths teacher numbers
A teacher retraining program has been launched by the NSW Government, aimed at increasing the number of maths teachers in regional and remote public schools. [ + ]
Tackling violence in schools
The WA Government has launched the third stage of a campaign aimed at combating violence in schools. [ + ]
Flood-affected schools reopening
Six Queensland schools that were closed or at reduced capacity due to flooding will all be reopened in time for Term 2. [ + ]
Apple developer conference returns
Apple has announced it will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in an online format from 6–10 June 2022, with free attendance for developers. [ + ]
Seagate, Phison to launch new line of NVMe SSDs
Seagate and NAND flash controller provider Phison have expanded their existing SSD partnership to meet enterprise customers' evolving storage demands. [ + ]
Secure and sustainable retirement of business IT equipment
Dell Technologies has expanded its Asset Recovery Services (ARS) with new availability in Australia. [ + ]
New rules to protect consumers against SIM swap fraud
New rules require stronger customer identity checks to prevent SIM swap fraud in Australia. [ + ]
Adelaide Engineering Hub launch to create 100+ new jobs
More good news for the growing focus on innovation in Adelaide, with digital, cloud and advisory service provider Avanade announcing a new Engineering Hub. [ + ]
ACS calls on candidates to make tech a priority
The ACS has urged all political parties contesting the upcoming election to recognise the importance of tech to Australia's economy. [ + ]
Australian researchers tackle diamond quantum computing
La Trobe, RMIT and Australian–German company Quantum Brilliance are collaborating to develop techniques for manufacturing chips for diamond quantum computers. [ + ]
Alexis Crowell to head up Intel in SE Asia & ANZ
Intel Corporation has appointed Alexis Crowell as Managing Director for the company's 'Asia Territory'. [ + ]
Immersive retail remote access model developed
A new retail model provides a solution for products trials after hours, away from other shoppers and without high-pressure sales pitches. [ + ]
New TDS attempted malware delivery to 600,000 users
Threat researchers at Avast have discovered a new malicious Traffic Direction System that has infected web servers hosting more than 16,500 websites. [ + ]
New additions to KPMG cyber team
KPMG Australia has appointed a new National Cyber Lead and three new partners in its growing cyber team. [ + ]
