Australian big data market booming
16 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingMore than four in five (83%) Australian CIOs plan to increase their spending on big data in 2017, creating a strong managed services industry.
82% make contactless payments every week
15 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingWhile 82% of consumers make contactless payments weekly, only 26% are aware of having the option on their mobile phone.
Tech start-ups supported by Singapore Landing Pad
14 March, 2017Australia has launched a Landing Pad in Singapore, designed to bring together start-ups, research institutions and multinational corporations.
Govt won't be "ATM" for states' smart city programs
14 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCanberra plans to take a more hands-on role in driving smart city projects from their inception, which means no longer acting as an ATM for state governments, according to Minister Taylor.
Government tech needs to improve, survey shows
14 March, 2017Almost all Australians believe they would benefit from government utilising the latest technology for service delivery, according to a new survey.
Tech jobs attract talent via Upspot platform
13 March, 2017A new online marketplace has been developed to help employers hire technology professionals at a reduced cost.
Hiring for Aussie IT execs recovering
13 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingEmployment trends for Australian IT executive positions recovered 26% in February after a period of decline, but the sector remains underperforming compared to other major industries.
USQ recognised for IT contribution
10 March, 2017An academic at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) has been recognised for her contribution to the work of the IT industry.
Telecom prices fell 1.5% during FY16: ACCC
09 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe ACCC's annual report on the telecommunications sector for FY16 shows that prices for services have overall been declining even as data quotas expand significantly.
$55m funding to kick-start iMove CRC
08 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe iMove CRC will be granted $55 million in federal funding over 10 years to explore evolving vehicle technologies.
Qld launches Digital Scorecard for SMEs
08 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Queensland Government's new Digital Scorecard is designed to help local small and medium businesses improve their competitiveness in a global digital economy.
IBM enters AI partnership with Salesforce
07 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingIBM and Salesforce have arranged to combine the capabilities of their respective AI platforms — IBM's Watson and Salesforce's Einstein — to deliver new levels of insight into customers.
Big barriers facing women in the tech industry
07 March, 2017Women in the tech sector are still facing wage inequality and workplace gender bias, according to an ISACA survey.
Applications open for DTA Graduate Program
06 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingRecent ICT graduates looking to join the APS can now apply to take part in the government's 2018 ICT Graduate Program, while prospective apprentices and cadets will be able to apply from June.
Oceania CACS conference targets technology-driven change
06 March, 2017Oceania CACS 2017 will provide insights into the solutions that can be adopted within organisations facing the accelerating impact of technology-driven change.
