Technology
What does it mean to be a cyber secure business?
5 February
In today’s world, being “cyber secure” isn’t about wearing a hoodie in a dark room typing code at lightning speed. It’s about running a business that understands digital risk, takes sensible precautions, and knows how to respond when...[Read More]
AI could devalue your degree, federal government warns
18 March
A university degree might become less valuable for securing a job in the age of artificial intelligence, posits an influential member of the government’s economics team, as financial workers worry that AI might steal their jobs. Rather than formal...[Read More]
Why AI’s beginning doesn’t mean the end of your career
11 March
Natalie MacDonald was six weeks back from maternity leave when a group email landed at 1am saying she’d been made redundant. After seven years at global tech company LinkedIn, the 36-year-old Sydney mum’s role as a senior news editor was one of...[Read More]
Limiting screen time not enough to protect kids: study
11 March
Any measure limiting the use of digital platforms by children, including a social media ban, is worth considering to protect mental health, a study has found. The review of global evidence from more than 360,000 young people found higher use of...[Read More]
Common scams and strategies for protecting your small business
18 December
Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant. The federal government’s Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]
Social media ban study to track thousands of families
4 March
The internet watchdog will track thousands of Australian families to assess the impact of the world-first social media ban on teenagers. The evaluation, led by the eSafety Commission’s research team, aims to understand how the law which kicked in...[Read More]
AI chatbots no substitute for human friends
25 February
Artificial intelligence companions might alleviate loneliness in aged care, but they can’t offer the vital physical touch or address social isolation, experts warn. Research from Monash University argues new AI ‘digital companions’, marketed...[Read More]
Australian social media ban both a success and failure
11 February
When Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez revealed plans to ban children younger than 16 from social media, he did so based on a precedent set in Australia. His announcement at the World Governments Summit came two months after an Australian law...[Read More]
What’s for dinner? Aussies cook up fresh uses for AI
28 January
Australians are using artificial intelligence tools to impress their boss and cut hours from their working week but the technology is also creeping into the kitchen and renovation plans. Preparing special meals for friends and family has emerged as...[Read More]
Aussies are using AI at home but want rules at work
21 January
Most Australian workers are honing artificial intelligence skills on their own time but more access, greater control and strict rules might be needed to boost its adoption in workplaces. Software firm Salesforce on Tuesday released the findings from...[Read More]
Forget quiet quitting: job-hugging tipped as top trend
21 January
Australian workers are growing nervous about the impact of artificial intelligence technology on recruitment, leading many to throw their arms around an emerging employment trend: job-hugging. The growing movement, unlike job-hopping and...[Read More]
Protect your small business: strategies for protecting yourself against scams
22 May
Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant. The federal government’s Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]
AI continues to disrupt your career prospects
7 January
Artificial intelligence technology is predicted to transform Australia’s employment market again, with a list of the most in-demand jobs in the nation packed with software requirements. The impact of the technology is forecast to be so great that...[Read More]
Clicking and streaming: Australian online habits evolve
31 December
Streaming video is taking up more of our screen time, working from home still commands the most uploads, and Australia is clawing up the worldwide broadband speed rankings. Children may be leaving social media but broadband downloads are rising in...[Read More]
The power of Google: unlocking opportunities for businesses and protecting personal information
9 January
In today’s fast-paced digital world, Google has cemented itself as an indispensable tool for both businesses and individuals. Its search engine, advertising platform, and data-driven solutions have transformed the way we interact with...[Read More]