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ACCC: Telstra to pay $50m penalty for unconscionable sales to Indigenous consumers
13 May 2021 in Technology RegulationThe Federal Court today ordered that Telstra pay $50 million in penalties for engaging in unconscionable conduct when it sold…
Bitcoin set to fall in value after Tesla stops its use for purchases
13 May 2021 in MarketThe value of bitcoin is likely to fall in coming days after Tesla owner Elon Musk announced on Thursday that…
Ransomware functions as a well-organised ecosystem: Kaspersky claim
13 May 2021 in SecurityThe process of staging a ransomware attack is much more complex than portrayed, with a number of actors involved, the…
IBM announces breakthrough hybrid cloud and AI capabilities at annual conference
12 May 2021 in Cloud ComputingIBM announced a raft of advances in artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud and quantum computing during its online Think 2021 conference…
Telstra accused of over-selling to seniors
12 May 2021 in Telecoms & NBNMany senior customers have stayed loyal to Telstra, but some complain they are being oversold products they don't want or…
Deadline approaches for WhatsApp privacy changes to take effect
12 May 2021 in AppsChanges announced to the WhatsApp privacy policy and scheduled to take effect on 15 May will not result in accounts…
Microsoft issues 55 patches; Adobe on Windows under attack
12 May 2021 in SecurityMicrosoft has issued fixes for 55 vulnerabilities in its products as part of its monthly patch Tuesday. Four of the…
NBN Co technicians walk off the job nation-wide in ongoing protest
12 May 2021 in Telecoms & NBNMore than 600 technicians employed by the NBN Co, the company rolling out Australia's national broadband network, will walk off…
Intel launches 11th-gen Intel Core H-series (Tiger Lake-H) worldwide
12 May 2021 in Fuzzy LogicIntel says its new processor is faster than AMD’s top Ryzen processor, but both companies series of processors, from the…
MEGA UPDATED: Australian IT industry responds to 2021 Federal Budget
11 May 2021 in Government TechMEGA UPDATED: More than FIFTY top IT companies in Australia have provided IT industry commentary on Australia’s 2021 Federal Budget,…
Foxconn's iPhone 12 production in India smashed by COVID-19
11 May 2021 in MobilityProduction of the iPhone 12 at Foxconn's plant in India's Tamil Nadu state has fallen by more than half due…
City of Sydney revises net zero carbon emissions target
11 May 2021 in ClimateThe City of Sydney has announced it will target net zero carbon emissions by 2035 – five years earlier than…
US pipeline attackers appear to have bitten off more than they can chew
11 May 2021 in SecurityThe affiliate of ransomware operator DarkSide, the Windows malware that was used to attack the US Colonial Pipeline Company, appears…
Telsyte: COVID-19 ends decade-long mobile services growth streak
11 May 2021 in Telecoms & NBNWith TPG Telecom, Optus and prepaid the most impacted, the total number of services has dropped 1.7% from 2019 levels…
Optus, FraudWatch thwart thousands of online security threats over 10 years
11 May 2021 in SecurityAustralia’s second largest telco Optus says that in 10 years working together with global anti-phishing and online brand protection company…
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Workday named a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for cloud core financial management suites for midsize, large, and global enterprises
13 May 2021 in Business ITWorkday is positioned as a leader for the fifth year in a row based on "Completeness of Vision and Ability…
New study: 65% of Australian digital leaders expect long-term changes to where and how people work
13 May 2021 in Business ITEquinix global report reveals changing working patterns spark a surge in digital infrastructure investment.
Complete Philips Hue range will be compatible with new smart home connectivity standard Matter
13 May 2021 in Home TechThe Philips Hue Bridge smart lighting hub will be automatically enriched with Matter making all connected Philips Hue products compatible…
Pokimane renews her contract with HyperX
13 May 2021 in GamesFemale content creator Pokimane says it was easy for her to sign again with HyperX after “an incredible year.” Under…
Laidler takes on partner management at Snowflake
13 May 2021 in People MovesData cloud company Snowflake has appointed Nick Laidler to the role of ANZ partner manager.
Progress Moveit safely transfers data, allows collaboration and improves scalability
13 May 2021 in Business ITThe global pandemic has ushered hybrid work models where people move between remote and on-site work. Progress introduces Progress Moveit…
ABC demands your details to show you iview content you funded
13 May 2021 in Open SauceThe taxpayer-funded ABC will demand that users register and provide personal details, which will also be shared with Google and…
Asus: Zenfone 8 series “the most powerful generation to date”
13 May 2021 in Business ITFrom performance and features to design, Asus’ Zenfone 8 series packs a punch. A visual candy for users, its cameras…
CEOs and CISOs doubling down on cybersecurity and converged approaches, research finds
13 May 2021 in SecuritySecurity vendor Forcepoint today delivered research exploring how CEOs and CISOs are addressing cybersecurity concerns finding leaders now see cybersecurity…
Auth0 identity operating system navigates the complexities of identity management
13 May 2021 in Business ITThe Auth0 identity operating system bills itself as a “modern identity platform for the future” and differentiating from traditional identity…
Genius Armoury looks for untapped security talent
13 May 2021 in EducationGenius Armoury aims to identify and attract potential cyber security talent within the autistic community.
Eftpos commissions subsidiary Beem It to build its national QR code
13 May 2021 in Business ITBeem It says the QR code has the power to fundamentally change how payments are made in Australia. The QR…
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Pokimane renews her contract with HyperX
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Female content creator Pokimane says it was easy for her to sign again with HyperX after “an incredible… -
Review: Price just one plus for OPPO A54, Australia's cheapest 5G device
By Sam Varghesein Mobile devices
Even before one starts casting a critical eye over the OPPO A54 5G, there is one feature that… -
Review: The Hobot 388 autonomous window cleaner
By David Heathin Computers & peripherals
Cleaning second-storey windows without a ladder or getting wet is a challenge. The Hobot 388 fixes the problem.… -
Review: OPPO Find X3 Lite 5G offers much more than the basics
By Sam Varghesein Mobile devices
Last year, OPPO released three 5G smartphones in its flagship Find X line. This year, the company has… -
The Withings ScanWatch is the health tracking smartwatch that tracks all day, all night
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French health wearable manufacturer Withings has released its own smartwatch to scan your vital parameters every second -… -
eOS launches on AWS marketplace
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The decision to make eOs, energyOS’ digital energy service platform, available on the AWS market was driven by… -
Realme kicks off second global wallpaper design contest
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The global wallpaper design contest invites its users and young people, especially design students, to co-create wallpapers for… -
See it all, hear it all, share it all with the incredible Huawei MateBook 14
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There is no shortage of laptop options, but few which truly break new ground and become iconic must-haves.… -
SMS is out - protect yourself online to the highest degree with FEITIAN FIDO2 security keys
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With ever-increasing cyber threats, it's essential we protect our online identities but a password isn’t enough. If you… -
Huawei FreeBuds Pro redefines noise cancellation for ultimate in-ear experience
in Computers & peripherals
Chinese technology company, Huawei, has released its premier earbuds, the FreeBuds Pro, complementing its existing FreeBuds range. Huawei… -
Review: Lenovo T32p-20 monitor
By David Heathin Computers & peripherals
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The Synology DS1621+ can be your complete storage solution, O365 and GSuite backup, and more
in Computers & peripherals
Taiwanese network-attached storage (NAS) vendor, Synology, released its new Synology DS1621+ DiskStation desktop model late last year, along… -
The Synology DS1621+ can be your complete storage solution, O365 and GSuite backup, and more
in Computers & peripherals
Taiwanese network-attached storage (NAS) vendor, Synology, released its new Synology DS1621+ DiskStation desktop model late last year, along… -
Samsung S21 review - Samsung's most polished Galaxy S flagship yet
in Mobile devices
Free from folds and creases, Samsung's S21 is super fast, recognisable from the back with the camera array,… -
The Withings Sleep Analyser is your data-driven key to better rest, health, and mood
in Computers & peripherals
Today, March 19, is World Sleep Day. This day brings attention to the need for quality sleep as…
Opinion
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ABC demands your details to show you iview content you funded
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The taxpayer-funded ABC will demand that users register and provide personal details, which will also be shared with… -
Welcome to your daily tech news, courtesy of the CIA
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
In what appears to be a first, a CIA-bankrolled threat intelligence firm has set up a "tech news"… -
Victoria MPs set to debate 'world's worst EV policy'
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The Victorian Parliament is expected to start debating today what some have termed the worst electric vehicle policy… -
Despite many false alarms, Linux malware scares still abound
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Despite numerous false alarms from security firms in the past — which have been enthusiastically spread by technology… -
GitHub: Microsoft's clash with security researchers has finally arrived
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
It was always expected after Microsoft acquired the software code repository GitHub that corporate interests would come first,… -
Now you can send an email from the proxy addresses in Office 365
in The Wired CIO
Microsoft has enabled what must surely be one of the most-requested features for Office 365 - the ability… -
Ransomware Task Force blows hot air aplenty, says little that's new
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
An 81-page document issued by a so-called Ransomware Task Force makes no mention of Windows or Microsoft, apart… -
Apple's new privacy changes: good for users or the company?
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Somewhat buried beneath all the fanfare about the updates to Apple's iOS and iPadOS operating systems on Tuesday… -
Red Hat Linux 8.4 announced and powering the next wave of edge computing
in The Linux Distillery
Red Hat has announced the release of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4, forming the foundation of the company’s…
Telecommunications
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TPG Telecom delivers AGM, Chairman's address, CEO and MD address to ASX
in Telecoms & NBN
TPG Telecom says it is the second largest telco in Australia, with MD and CEO Iñaki Berroeta also… -
NBN reckoning coming? Aussie Broadband is the latest to warn the NBN needs to rebalance its pricing
in Telecoms & NBN
Even with the NBN Co as a government entity in public hands (at least for now), the companies… -
India gives Huawei, ZTE the cold shoulder in 5G trials
By Sam Varghesein Telecoms & NBN
India has given Chinese telecommunications firms the thumbs-down, with Huawei and ZTE both omitted from the list of… -
NBN Co reports rise in revenue for first nine months, no change in ARPU
By Sam Varghesein Telecoms & NBN
The company rolling out Australia's national broadband network has reported revenue of $3.5 billion for the first nine… -
NBN Co technicians walk off the job nation-wide in ongoing protest
By Sam Varghesein Telecoms & NBN
More than 600 technicians employed by the NBN Co, the company rolling out Australia's national broadband network, will… -
Nokia Smart Node: claimed to be an all-in-one solution for premium 5G mobile indoor coverage
in Telecoms & NBN
Promising its “compact indoor solution” delivers dedicated connectivity and capacity, it has a future-proofed modular design that supports… -
Telstra's new L data plan offers 400GB on 4G and 5G for $85 per month
in Telecoms & NBN
If you need lots of mobile data because your wired NBN isn't fast enough, isn't available or there… -
Telstra bringing its 5G Home Internet to more Aussies in 2021 as the march of wireless continues
in Telecoms & NBN
If the Caesar that is NBN Co was always due to be stabbed in the back by the… -
Nokia launches blockchain-powered Data Marketplace for secure data trading and AI models
in Telecoms & NBN
Designed to enable trusted exchanges and monetisation of data via private blockchain, Nokia says this development accelerates initiatives…
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MEGA UPDATED: Australian IT industry responds to 2021 Federal Budget
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IBM announces world's first 2nm process for semiconductors
By Sam Varghesein Mobility
Global technology provider IBM has announced it has developed the world's first two nanometer process, a first for… -
MedAdvisor closes $5.25 million capital raising
By Peter Dinhamin Listed Tech
Australian-listed medtech company, MedAdvisor has closed a $5.25m capital raise via a placement, with the funds to be… -
IT execs share the best pieces of advice Mum gave them and its impact in honour of Mother’s Day 2021
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Mums are beloved for everything, but they’re also well known for their amazing life hack advice, which was… -
Linius eases video content search for law firms
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Tech startup Linius has developed Whizzard, a new technology that lets lawyers sift and filter countless hours of… -
Biggest petrol pipeline in US hit by Windows DarkSide ransomware
By Sam Varghesein Security
Three days after it suffered a Windows ransomware attack, the Colonial Pipeline Company, which is headquartered in Alpharetta,… -
Welcome to your daily tech news, courtesy of the CIA
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
In what appears to be a first, a CIA-bankrolled threat intelligence firm has set up a "tech news"…
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Australian Government invests $1.2 billion to secure digital future
in Government Tech
This year’s Federal Budget includes a $1.2 billion investment for Australia’s digital future. The Digital Economy Strategy targets… -
Qlik Sense Mobile delivers powerful data analytics
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Qlik launches Qlik Sense Mobile, a fully native app for iOS and Android that provides enhanced user experience,… -
Fujitsu Australia a 'category leader': report
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A new report has named Fujitsu Australia as a Leader in two categories. The new report picked Fujitsu,… -
UnitingCare Queensland says it was hit by Windows REvil ransomware
By Sam Varghesein Security
Australian healthcare provider UnitingCare Queensland has identified the Windows ransomware that hit its systems on 25 April as… -
DigiCert debuts Smart Seal for websites
in Security
PKI provider DigiCert has introduced the DigiCert Smart Seal, an animated site seal that helps assure website visitors…
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Comments
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Re: iTWire - City of Sydney revises net zero carbon emissions target
Thanks Peter! A story well worth reporting.A tiny step in a better direction except that 2035 will be far too[…]
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Re: iTWire - NBN Co technicians walk off the job nation-wide in ongoing protest
Pyramid payments for the rollout and the smallest chunk for the actual guys doing the rollout. What a surprise from[…]
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Re: iTWire - Telstra bringing its 5G Home Internet to more Aussies in 2021 as the march of wireless continues
By moving away from fibre and sticking with an archiac mess of copper the Coalition ensured that wireless would be[…]
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Re: iTWire - ACCC seeks leave to appear in Epic Games, Apple Court appeal
This is such an interested case, that will shape the World's view of a controlled monopoly or is it a[…]
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Re: iTWire - NBN reckoning coming? Aussie Broadband is the latest to warn the NBN needs to rebalance its pricing
Excellent article thx Alex -Pricing to enable bonuses to execs while hiding what they do to their 'essential workers' -[…]