Category: Technology
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The human impact of 5G: Meet the smart drones that could save your life
As we are moving closer to launching 5G, take a look at why the next generation of mobile technology will be a critical element powering new innovations to save lives on Australian beaches. The family trip to the beach is an iconic tradition for many Australians – especially those who are lucky enough to live…
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Loan options diversify for small businesses
Getting a loan for a small business has been difficult in recent years since the GFC. However, the options for business loans, especially for small businesses, have diversified. With increased loan options, an awareness of strategies to use with banks, and access to investors, your chance of getting a loan to start, grow, or even…
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Australia’s astronomy upgrade set to soar for early next year
Australia is set to be part of a ground-breaking astronomy deal that will see Australia partner with European Southern Observatory to have access to the best technology and equipment. The partnership will be for a 10 year period and the investment is a whopping $129 million. The collaboration will start next year and hopefully take…
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Microsoft blames Ukrainian tax software for Petya cyber attack
The global cyber attack, presenting itself as a ransomware virus known as ‘Petya’, that has struck numerous multinational corporations in the last 24 hours, and threatened the destruction of their data, is being attributed to faults in a Ukrainian tax software package. The software, provided by Ukrainian developers MeDoc, has been identified by cyber security firms,…
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Netflix may be forced to feature more Australian content
Popular streaming services like Netflix, Stan, and Amazon Prime could be forced to feature a certain amount of Australian-made content. An inquiry was made by the Department of Communications to instigate a review which will ensure that homegrown entertainment gets the support and the audience it requires. Currently Australian free-to-air television networks are required by legislation to…
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Apple is working on an Apple iCar, Project ‘Titan’
Apples most secret project, nicknamed ‘Titan’, has just been leaked. Apple has joined the likes of Tesla, Google, and Chinese company Baidu in the race to build the perfect driverless car. Apple CEO Tim Cook had a meeting with Bloomberg Television not too long ago about the autonomous driving project, and the contents of that meeting have found…
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Facebook announces steps to tackle terrorism
Facebook has announced it will start implementing measures to combat online terrorism and filter out extremist content on its networks, following pressure from international governments for more to be done to protect online safety. The social media giant has said that it will be using artificial intelligence to scour its websites and spot text, images,…
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Uber CEO stands down amid claims the company is collapsing
The Chief Executive Officer of transportation giant Uber has given up his post this week. In an office email sent on Tuesday afternoon, Travis Kalanick said that “he would take an ‘unspecified’ leave of absence from the company” and conceded that he needed to improve his leadership skills. The CEO has been dogged by accusations of inadequate leadership throughout…
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Google Attribution to track credit card payments for sales data
Google are planning to introduce a method of tracking billions of credit and debit card payments in order to help advertisers who post on Google’s services obtain sales data and judge advert success. Google Attribution will allow the company to track the credit card information of customers who have provided them to any Google service…
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ACCC reports 30% rise in cyber crime and online scams
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has claimed that reported business scams and cyber crime relating to scams rose by around 30% in 2016, leading to greater concerns about online security and the targeting of businesses. The Commission’s Scamwatch program had reported the rise in the number of businesses being subjected to fake invoices and payment…