Industry News
NZ COVID Tracer App launched
With the app, users can create a digital diary of each place they visit by scanning QR codes displayed at building entrances. [ + ]
New tool helps firms reopen and stay 'COVIDSafe'
The tool launched by the National COVID-19 Coordination Commission assists businesses to reopen without any hiccups or health and safety breaches. [ + ]
Microsoft's NZ data centre a wise move, says GlobalData
GlobalData says the US$50 million hyperscale project is a wise investment decision and will significantly boost New Zealand's digital economy. [ + ]
Legislation passed to protect COVIDSafe app data
The Privacy Amendment Act 2020 will prescribe civil and criminal penalties for app misuse including a maximum gaol term of 5 years. [ + ]
Students head back to class
NSW public school students are heading back to the classroom full-time from Monday, 25 May, bringing two months of remote learning to an end. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Telecoms, pay TV services spending to stay strong in 2020
The industries will see a year-on-year decline of just 0.8% during and after the COVID-19 crisis, according to IDC research. [ + ]
Govt inquiry into COVID-19 impact on education
An expanded government inquiry is inviting submissions on the impact of COVID-19 on Australian education. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
