Data collaboration key to Australian innovation and growth
15 December, 2016The BigInsights Data Innovation Awards have been held, with both federal and state ministers using the occasion to outline Australia's innovation plan.
Google releases top internet searches for the year
15 December, 2016Some of the most highly ranked internet searches for Australia in 2016 include 'how to play Pokemon Go', 'where is New South Wales', and 'why is my poop green'.
Qld residents recognised for digital inclusion efforts
15 December, 2016Eighteen Queensland residents have been named Advance Queensland Community Digital Champions by the Queensland Government.
Tech industry most likely to create future jobs
14 December, 2016The tech industry will be one of the strongest performers when it comes to creating jobs of the future, according to research by IBISWorld and Torrens University Australia.
ANZ companies embracing subscription model
14 December, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingMore than 70% of ANZ companies in industries such as media, health care, software and the IoT surveyed by Ovum for Zuora are looking to shift to a subscription model.
Splunk establishes ANZ headquarters in Melbourne
13 December, 2016Software company Splunk will set up its ANZ headquarters in Melbourne, creating more jobs for the tech sector.
ATO blames hardware for web outage
12 December, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA hardware failure led to the outage of the ATO's entire website on Monday, including its online services and portals.
USQ information systems PhD recognised for contribution
09 December, 2016A PhD which outlines the development of a standard and automated approach to assess IT processes for improvement has been recognised by the Australian Council of Professors and Heads of Information Systems.
Don't fall into a privacy breach
07 December, 2016 by Adam Salter and Peter Brabant, Jones Day, Sydney | Supplied by: Jones DayThe ins and outs of Australian privacy laws — how they practically affect businesses and what to look out for.
Report labels current telecommunications approach outdated
07 December, 2016In a new draft report, the Productivity Commission has recommended a modernised approach to universal telecommunications services in Australia.
Microsoft cleared to close $35bn LinkedIn acquisition
07 December, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingMicrosoft has secured EC approval to complete the US$26.2bn purchase of professional social network LinkedIn, after agreeing not to pursue practices that would discriminate against rival services.
NASA and Zuckerberg Media expand CeBIT line-up
06 December, 2016More guest speakers have been added to the conference program for CeBIT Australia, which will be held in Sydney in May 2017.
Automate quote-to-cash for a competitive edge
06 December, 2016 by Aniqa Tariq, Managing Director, Bluewolf Australia and New Zealand | Supplied by: Bluewolf Australia and New ZealandBill Gates once said we need "another level of innovation", and that's exactly what customer service requires, argues Aniqa Tariq.
Affordable internet access supported by Microsoft grants
05 December, 2016Microsoft will continue to provide grants to those organisations that work to improve affordable internet access to underserved markets.
IT visas leave Aussies struggling to find jobs
05 December, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe large increase in the number of foreign IT professionals being given permanent or temporary 457 visas is leaving local professionals struggling to compete for jobs, a report claims.