According to a new report, cloud computing was worth between $9 billion and $10 billion to the Australian economy from 2022 to 2023. However, continued enterprise cloud migrations and a boom in AI computing could push its annual contribution to GDP up to $81 billion by 2029. The report, endorsed by the Australian Information Industry
Introduced by the Australian government in September, the Scam Prevention Framework (SPF) is the latest policy aimed at protecting scam victims. The framework places significant responsibility on the technology, banking, and telecommunications sectors to develop effective solutions. Non-compliance could result in hefty penalties, including fines of up to AU$50 million. Additionally, companies that fail to
Technology could soon help IT leaders and their employers manage the workloads of tech teams and broader workforces within reasonable working hours, according to software firm Avaya. Phil Zammit, Avaya’s vice president for Asia-Pacific and Japan, China, and India, told TechRepublic that technology has enabled an “always-on” work culture, especially in front-office roles. During the
An effort by the Australian government to support the nation’s farmers and other primary producers by incentivising investment in technology is driving growth in tech startups, fostering innovation, and boosting interest in new tech skills. The government recently announced a second round of its On Farm Connectivity Program. This $18 million investment offers rebates of
Earlier this year, Australia agreed to invest nearly AUD $1 billion in U.S.-based quantum start-up PsiQuantum in an effort to become the first country to own a commercial-scale quantum computer. The technology is expected to be operational by 2027. “This investment marks the start of a manufacturing and production partnership that will create hundreds of
Recent investigations into the cyber security preparedness of Australian Federal Government agencies have found gaps in the public sector’s readiness for cyber security attacks or major data breaches, contributing to a focus in 2024 on improving their cyber readiness. An audit of two government agencies, Services Australia and AUSTRAC, released in 2024, revealed these agencies
Developer productivity is essential to Atlassian. The Australian tech firm comprises approximately 5,000 engineers worldwide and is home to a number of globally competitive software products for work teams. Its success depends on engaging developers and shipping great products. However, Atlassian thinks measuring developer productivity is ineffective. Instead, the company prefers to align with a
An AFP team saw bleached and dead coral around Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef during a recent visit. Australia’s famed Great Barrier Reef is suffering one of the most severe coral bleaching events on record, leaving scientists fearful for its survival as the impact of climate change worsens. For 33 years marine biologist
In its first half of the FY24 report, Commonwealth Bank of Australia announced that, through “responsible scaling of AI,” it has already produced more than 50 generative AI use cases. The bank says that it will simplify operational processes and support new customer experiences. Beneath that dry language, it’s worth paying attention to what CBA
Australia is about to get a national online ID system — the Digital ID — which promises to improve the security and privacy of data online. However, concerns among Australians persist. In just a few months, Australians will have access to a new form of ID, which aims to make identification online much safer. It’s