Industry News
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. [ + ]
Immuta announces A/NZ expansion
Data security company Immuta has appointed Anthony Farr to lead the company's expansion into Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
How to be a better teacher: study
Supporting autonomy in young people is key to successful leadership, according to a new study. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Tackling violence in schools
The WA Government has launched the third stage of a campaign aimed at combating violence in schools. [ + ]
Secure and sustainable retirement of business IT equipment
Dell Technologies has expanded its Asset Recovery Services (ARS) with new availability in Australia. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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'. [ + ]
New additions to KPMG cyber team
KPMG Australia has appointed a new National Cyber Lead and three new partners in its growing cyber team. [ + ]