Industry News
The murky world of biometric engines
Individuals are unknowingly at risk of becoming victims of deep fake scams or online stalking through seemingly innocuous activities. [ + ]
World Edtech Startup Challenge winner announced
Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc. has taken out the top prize at the 2022 World Edtech Startup Challenge. [ + ]
75% of Aussies would change jobs for more money
Data from an RMIT Online survey reveals inflation is pressuring workers to ask for pay raises. [ + ]
Augmented reality moves to the art world
Groundbreaking AR technology is providing a new and innovative platform for Australian contemporary artists to present their work. [ + ]
Unlocking the secret to private messaging apps
Unless your messaging app offers end-to-end encryption, your private conversations may be accessed without your consent, says UNSW Institute for Cyber Security. [ + ]
FirstWave to help put first woman on the moon
Australia's FirstWave Cloud Technology has secured an extension of its role providing software in support of NASA's Artemis Moon to Mars program. [ + ]
CSIRO to fund $1.2m robotics scholarship program
CSIRO will use the prize money from its recent second-place finish at the 'Robot Olympics' to fund a robotics scholarship program for under-represented groups. [ + ]
MinterEllison opts for Appian
MinterEllison, one of Australia's largest law firms, has automated its business process management system on the Appian Low-Code Platform. [ + ]
Safety app launched for young children
A safety app designed for young children aged four to six has been launched by the KIDS Foundation and Itty Bitty Apps. [ + ]
ACCC to explore state of competition in social media
As part of its five-year Digital Platforms Inquiry, the ACCC is consulting on issues including the state of competition for social media services in Australia. [ + ]
Scattergun Kubernetes deployments risking complexity, cost and data loss
Research commissioned by Veritas has found that businesses are failing to capitalise on joined-up strategies for Kubernetes deployments. [ + ]
New Victorian angel investment groups receive funding
Three new angel investor networks backed by LaunchVic are set to unlock as much as $9 million in early-stage capital market over the next two years. [ + ]
Study to understand gender in local cybersecurity sector
RMIT has partnered with the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN) to better understand important gender dimensions in the Australian security sector. [ + ]
Aspiring young scientists awarded
A range of science awards has been presented to school students across Queensland. [ + ]
Microsoft commits to reduced ANZ data centre emissions
Microsoft has partnered with Ecotricity to ensure the company's new data centre region in NZ is powered by 100% carbon-free energy. [ + ]
