Google hit with record $80m GDPR fine
23 January, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingFrance's data privacy authority has meted out a large fine to Google in a decision that could have major implications for digital service providers.
IT contractor scammed $523,000 from NSW DFSI
18 January, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA report from the NSW ICAC has found that a former IT project manager at the DFSI engaged in "serious corrupt conduct" over a five-month period.
66% of firms to deploy 5G by 2020
14 January, 2019 | Supplied by: Gartner Australasia Pty LtdA new Gartner survey indicates that 66% of organisations plan to deploy 5G by 2020.
63% of firms struggle to retain IT talent: Nutanix
02 January, 2019Tech skills shortages are holding Australian businesses back, shows new research from Nutanix.
Season's greetings
21 December, 2018It's been a very busy year for the ICT industry, with seemingly endless developments in all sectors of the field.
Foxtel pays telemarketing infringement notice
17 December, 2018An infringement notice of $25,200 has been paid by Foxtel Management, after it breached laws that require telemarketers to end a call immediately when asked.
Australia is sixth top blockchain innovator
17 December, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian innovators have filed 49 blockchain patent families since 1999, and Australia is the sixth top destination country for blockhain filings.
BSA secures $160,000 software piracy settlement
14 December, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingSoftware industry body BSA has negotiated a $160,000 settlement with a Sydney and Perth based manufacturing company over alleged software piracy.
No to free emergency alerts: Communications Alliance
13 December, 2018Communications Alliance has rejected calls to provide the Queensland Government with free emergency alerts.
Archer, USYD quantum computing IP licence deal
13 December, 2018An agreement has been struck between Archer Exploration and the University of Sydney Commercial Development and Industry Partnerships (CDIP).
ACCC recommends regulations for digital platforms
10 December, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe 11 initial recommendations for regulatory reform cover eight areas, including items such as prohibiting Google from pre-installing Chrome.
Nokia reveals Bell Labs Prize winners
07 December, 2018 | Supplied by: Nokia AustraliaThe top three winners of the 5th annual Bell Labs Prize have been announced by Nokia.
ACCAN calls for broadband guarantee
07 December, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingACCAN welcomed the government's planned broadband universal service guarantee, but called for the passage of legislation guaranteeing access in regional areas.
Qld Minister warns govt against 'trojan horse' tactics
07 December, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingQueensland Minister for Digital Technology Mick de Brenni has warned the federal government against using the Australian Digital Council to wind back important legislation.
Workers switch apps 1100 times a day: Pega
05 December, 2018 | Supplied by: Pegasystems Pty LtdIneffective software and poor processes are damaging workplace productivity, according to new research.
