Oracle seeking $12.3bn in lawsuit against Google
29 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingOracle has filed an expert report arguing it is entitled to up to US$9.3bn ($12.3bn) in damages over Google's alleged infringement of Java copyright while creating the Android OS.
The hidden cost of wasted software budgets
29 March, 2016 by Steve Beards, VP APAC & Japan, Flexera SoftwareEnterprises are wasting as much as 25% of their software spend through out-of-date, non-compliant or underutilised resources.
Making IT management user-friendly
29 March, 2016 by Kellie Hackney, APAC Director, KaseyaSome simple design principles can make the most of the next generation of IT management tools, leading to maximised productivity, efficiency and quality.
Pizza droids are coming; FBI warns of car hacks; Govt targets Bitcoin 'double GST'
24 March, 2016 by Andrew CollinsDomino's unveils pizza delivery robot, federal government to tackle 'double GST' on digital currencies, and connected cars becoming increasingly vulnerable.
Macquarie Uni deploys crisis communications platform
24 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingMacquarie University has adopted a networked crisis communications platform from BlackBerry's AtHoc to help ensure the safety of the 40,000 students and staff at its Sydney campus.
Digital Business Council consulting on eInvoicing project
24 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Digital Business Council is seeking public comments on a project to build an Australia-wide framework of standards for electronic invoicing.
ACCC approves ihail taxi venture
23 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe ACCC has approved with conditions a proposal by four major Australian taxi networks to offer a joint taxi booking and payment smartphone app to help them better compete against Uber.
Nuance Dragon for Mac Medical Speech Recognition Software
22 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Nuance CommunicationsNuance Communications has announced Dragon for Mac Medical, the latest version of Mac-based speech recognition software for clinicians.
Windows 10 installing without permission; Google doubles bug bounty to US$100K; Android N preview
17 March, 2016 by Andrew CollinsWindows 7 users complain of unwanted auto-upgrades to Windows 10, and Google ups its bounty for Chrome bugs while also previewing its new mobile OS.
ICT workforce skills mix must change: report
16 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA report into Australia's digital economy shows that an increasing number of non-ICT workers are expected to have digital competency skills, while ICT workers are increasingly in need of soft skills.
Spots running out for TechKnow Invest 2016
16 March, 2016Interested in tech investment? Then get your tickets to the selling out roadshow coming this April to Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
AI must be kept under control: researchers
16 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingTwo University of Sydney researchers are warning that AI must be kept under human control lest it evolve to become a threat to the species.
Kogan to revive the Dick Smith brand
15 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian online retailer Kogan has arranged to acquire Dick Smith's online business from its receivers and revive the brand as an online-only consumer electronics retailer.
Driverless cars being demonstrated in NSW
14 March, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Australian Driverless Vehicle Initiative will show off driverless vehicles to a NSW Government committee investigating the potential of autonomous vehicles to reduce road accidents and injuries.
NSW ICT manager was corrupt; First OS X ransomware; Sony recalls VAIO batteries
10 March, 2016 by Andrew CollinsICAC rules that a former TAFE NSW ICT manager engaged in corrupt conduct, Palo Alto highlights first functional OS X ransomware, and Sony recalls batteries due to overheating concerns.
