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Decision Inc Australia partners with Alteryx to ‘expand offering’ in Australia
20 May 2022 in DataIndependent data and analytics consultancy Decision Inc Australia says it continues to expand its offering to clients by partnering with…
Consumers urged to check solar energy storage batteries due to fire risk: ACCC
20 May 2022 in EnergyThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commisssion (ACCC) is urging consumers to urgently check if their LG, SolaX or Opal home…
AUSTRAC’s Fintel Alliance awarded Best Collaboration of the Year Award by International Compliance Association (ICA)
20 May 2022 in SecurityThe Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has been awarded the Best Collaboration of the Year Award by the…
SpaceX partners Australia’s Space Machines Company as launch partner
20 May 2022 in SpaceAustralian in-space transportation and logistics startup Space Machines Company (SMC), has secured the support of SpaceX as a launch partner…
Intel announces data centre 'mega lab'
20 May 2022 in StrategyIntel plans to invest more than US$700 million ($1004 million) in a major R&D lab for data centre technologies including…
New Relic adds vulnerability management to observability platform
20 May 2022 in SecurityObservability specialist New Relic's new vulnerability management capabilities help find and address security risks by aggregating native and third-party security…
Eight months after Huawei CFO freed, Canada bans Chinese telco gear
20 May 2022 in Government Tech PolicyNearly eight months after it freed Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou in a prisoner swap with China, Canada has…
Trivy becomes a unified cloud native security scanner
20 May 2022 in SecurityCloud security provider Aqua Security has delivered a major update to Trivy, its unified scanner for cloud native security.
Experts urge VMware users to patch critical flaws right away
20 May 2022 in SecuritySecurity professionals have warned that an authentication bypass flaw in VMware products needs to be patched as soon as possible…
Able Australia appoints Lynette McKeown as CEO
19 May 2022 in People MovesDisability service provider Able Australia has appointed Lynette McKeown as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Australian, New Zealand businesses lag in meeting climate challenges, reducing carbon emissions: survey
19 May 2022 in ClimateThirty-four percent of 500 recently surveyed Australian and New Zealand businesses operating in a range of industries, still don’t have…
Veeam reveals 2022 updates and a new product
19 May 2022 in DataBackup and data management specialist Veeam Software has unveiled several forthcoming products, including one for backing up Salesforce data and…
Microsoft cloud licensing changes in bid to head off EU anti-trust plaint
19 May 2022 in Technology RegulationAn anti-trust complaint to the European Union, about Microsoft's pricing of its cloud services in the political bloc, has had…
Apple's stunning accessibility feature preview combines innovative power of hardware, software and machine learning, with shades of future AR glasses and Car capabilities, too
18 May 2022 in Home TechIt's not just Google who can use AI and machine learning to deliver impressive accessibility features, with Apple also showcasing…
Tableau new features put a data scientist in your pocket unlocking meaning, insight, and power from your data
18 May 2022 in DataTableau is on a mission to help people see and understand data and has announced new advanced analytics and automated…
Breaking IT News
ACCC: Smaller telcos’ market share in NBN slightly grew
20 May 2022 in Business TelecomsSmaller broadband providers’ share in the NBN wholesale market slightly grew at the expense of three major telcos, the NBN…
GSMA: More mobile operators are cutting their emissions
20 May 2022 in ClimateMobile operators who committed to rapid emissions cuts increased by more than 50% over the last year, according to a…
TPG Telecom launches G.Fast service
20 May 2022 in Business TelecomsTPG Telecom claims to be the first telco to launch G.Fast technology which provides download speeds of up to one…
Ericsson revamps company structure and announces key appointments
20 May 2022 in People MovesSwedish telecommunications vendor Ericsson revamps its group structure and executive team position to achieve its targets.
Bendigo taps AWS to overhaul its infrastructure system, reducing compute costs
20 May 2022 in Business ITFinancial service provider Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has migrated its infrastructure to the cloud using AWS’ Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud,…
Boost Mobile doubles market share, wins awards, offers 5G and aims at 1m customers
19 May 2022 in Telecoms & NBNFounded by Peter Adderton, Boost is the best pre-paid provider on the full Telstra network, and thus arguably the best…
LG Electronics' DualUp Ergo monitor makes multi-tasking more efficient
19 May 2022 in Home TechLG Electronics Australia unveils its DualUp Ergo model, a new monitor under the LG Ergo monitor category.
Twilio invests US$750 million in Syniverse to fuel innovation and connectivity
19 May 2022 in DealsCustomer engagement platform Twilio has invested US$750 million in communications technology provider Syniverse to expand their partnership.
GSMA report: internet value chain growth lagged by market imbalances, urges policymakers to see interdependence of online services
19 May 2022 in Business TelecomsMarket imbalances between network operators and online service providers may put global growth prospects at risk across multiple sectors of…
Commerce Commission appeals NZ$2.25 million fine against Vodafone
19 May 2022 in Government Tech PolicyNew Zealand government agency Commerce Commission has filed an appeal to impose a NZ$2.25 million fine on Vodafone New Zealand…
Ericsson and Intel launch Tech Hub to capitalise the benefits of Cloud RAN
19 May 2022 in Data CentresBanking on their research and development capabilities to create Cloud RAN solutions, Swedish telecommunications vendor Ericsson and American semiconductor giant…
Bureau of Meteorology adds notifications feature on their weather app
19 May 2022 in ClimateThe Bureau of Meteorology has introduced push notifications on its BOM Weather app to provide more targeted advice to communities…
Reviews
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Review: With A96, OPPO again proves good things do not cost an arm and a leg
By Sam Varghesein Smartphones & Mobile devices
There was once a time when the launch of a smartphone, be it an Android model or one… -
Opensignal: Vodafone New Zealand bests other telcos in download speed; 2degrees recognised for consistent quality
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Vodafone tops the Download Speed Experience and wins 5G experiential awards while New Zealand telecommunications provider 2degrees ranks… -
At 32GB and 6000MHz the PNY XLR8 Gaming DDR5 MAKO RAM is the upgrade your computer wants and needs
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One of the greatest ways to futureproof your computer is with RAM - high-speed, high-capacity RAM. PNY Technologies’… -
The Tranya T30 earbuds bring you affordable comfort with bass boosting and gaming low-latency
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Tranya has done it again with the T30 true wireless earbuds; the audio brand has released its newest… -
The ultra-durable, super-comfortable HyperX Cloud Alpha gaming headset plays and plays and plays
in Computers & peripherals
The HyperX Cloud Alpha wired pro gaming headset continues to prove its long-lasting gaming durability and comfort chops,… -
See the world and get fit without leaving your home with the NordicTrack S22i studio bike
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The NordicTrack S22i powered by iFit is a truly remarkable interactive fitness machine that transports you to locations… -
Review: OPPO A76 another sturdy offering from a dependable brand
By Sam Varghesein Smartphones & Mobile devices
After one reviews a number of Android phones, it becomes difficult to pick points of difference that make… -
The WD Black SN770 NVMe SSD brings a high-speed boost to your gaming fun
in Computers & peripherals
Western Digital brought out its stunning new WD_Black SN770 NVMe SSD last month, designed to bring faster speeds… -
The Poly Studio P21 makes your online calls a cinch, looking good and sounding good
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The Poly Studio P21 is an elegant all-in-one display, camera, microphone, speakers, and lighting unit which helps you… -
GlobalData: Mobile communications services revenue in Asia Pacific to hit US$398.4 billion in 2026
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Mobile communications services revenue in Asia Pacific is poised to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% from US$320… -
Review: D-Link Eagle Pro AI M15
in Networking
D-Link churns out new home and SOHO networking products at a rapid rate, and the latest family is… -
Keep your PC cool and looking good with the Corsair ML140 RGB Elite fan
in Computers & peripherals
Corsair's range of premium-grade RGB-enabled devices and components has been expanded with its recently released magnetic levitation fans… -
Blast and laugh your way through Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
in Games
Dungeons and Dragons ... with guns. It's Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, the latest game from Gearbox which spins off… -
Astell&Kern fuse a high-end headphone amplifier and DAP in the portable Acro CA1000
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The Astell&Kern Acro CA1000 Desktop Amplifier and DAC is a remarkable combination of a high-end amplifier and digital… -
The SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD is the ruggedised USB HDD for the adventurer in us all
in Computers & peripherals
SanDisk Professional's new G-DRIVE ArmorATD is a ruggedised portable hard drive that is lightweight yet robust. It is…
Opinion
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No kidding, Microsoft now charges firms to tackle Windows ransomware
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Microsoft, the company that produces Windows which is the target of practically every ransomware attack, is now offering… -
Nine's leaders' debate just a badly organised shouting match
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
At the start of Sunday's so-called Great Debate between Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese,… -
ABC unlikely to decide news presenter's fate before election is done
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The ABC appears unlikely to publicise any decision it makes about the future of news presenter Fauziah Ibrahim —… -
Election campaign unmasks journalists for what they really are
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Eight years ago, the independent American journalist Matt Taibbi outlined what he thought was the best use which… -
Google exposed as it bids to show up Microsoft over security
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Google's bid to position itself as some kind of competitor to Microsoft based on its security credentials has… -
Murdoch, Zuckerberg, Bezos, Brin, Page are all A-okay. But Musk???
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The objections to Elon Musk buying Twitter can be distilled down to one simple thing: his policies will… -
AFR shows it does not know difference between poll and focus group
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The Australian Financial Review, which claims to be one of the country's top newspapers, does not appear to… -
Whatever happened to the government's ransomware action plan?
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Last October, with great fanfare, Home Affairs Minister Karen Andrews announced the Ransomware Action Plan, vowing to make… -
Upheaval in the Solomon Islands as China pokes its nose in
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
When the phrase "the Pacific family" is used by the Australian Government, one knows what is happening: some…
Telecommunications
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Verizon Business and Visionable open centre to accelerate connected healthcare
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Verizon Business and Visionable, a health technology company, have opened a technology-led centre dedicated to accelerating the adoption… -
Boost Mobile doubles market share, wins awards, offers 5G and aims at 1m customers
in Telecoms & NBN
Founded by Peter Adderton, Boost is the best pre-paid provider on the full Telstra network, and thus arguably…
Popular News
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Thoughtworks selected by NSW Government to deliver ‘world-first’ digital birth certificates
By Staff Writerin Government Tech Policy
Global technology consultancy Thoughtworks has been selected by the New South Wales (NSW) Government to develop and deploy… -
ABC ignores privacy body's queries about iview login order
By Sam Varghesein Technology Regulation
The ABC is continuing to ignore requests from the Australian Privacy Foundation to clarify details about access to… -
Australian CISOs feel ‘least prepared’, 'more at risk’ of cyber attacks compared to global counterparts: Proofpoint
By Staff Writerin Security
Cybersecurity and compliance company Proofpoint has released its annual Voice of the CISO report, which explores key challenges… -
iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 arrive
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Apple has released iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5, bringing Messages' communications safety feature to Australia and New Zealand. -
Apple's stunning accessibility feature preview combines innovative power of hardware, software and machine learning, with shades of future AR glasses and Car capabilities, too
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It's not just Google who can use AI and machine learning to deliver impressive accessibility features, with Apple… -
Origin, Accenture, Google Cloud collaborate on ‘Australian-first’ DIY online solar tool
By Staff Writerin Energy
Origin Energy in collaboration with Accenture and Google Cloud has launched an “Australian-first” DIY online solar tool that… -
Turk takes on ANZ MD role at Coursera
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Online learning provider Coursera has appointed Sue Turk to the role of ANZ enterprise managing director. -
Telstra starts building its fibre network upgrade in NSW
Telecommunications provider Telstra has announced it rolled out its new fibre technology in Orange in New South Wales…in Business Telecoms
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Curious Thing ramps voice AI assistant adoption and bolsters international presence with $7 million pre-series A funding
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Voice AI communications platform Curious Thing has closed a $7 million pre-series A funding round led by investment… -
BeyondTrust integrates with SailPoint
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Identity and access provider BeyondTrust has integrated BeyondTrust Password Safe with SailPoint's identity security products and services. -
Shopify to support once again Victorian businesses
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Canadian multinational e-commerce company Shopify is once again supporting the Victorian Government’s Small Business Digital Adaptation Program after… -
Focus on benefits of smart traffic management: Juniper Research
By Staff Writerin Strategy
Smart traffic management systems and the benefits surrounding them are being explored by cities and municipal transportation agencies…
WEBINARS ONLINE & ON-DEMAND
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The way out of the supply chain crisis is digitisation and analytics, supply chain experts say
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Juniper Mist AI supercharges your Wi-Fi
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Globalization Partners conference wraps up on high note to re-invent business
Globalization Partners has concluded its annual Pangeo global employment conference,…
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Guest Opinion
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Automation of healthcare tasks can ease strain on the sector
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Creating clarity on costs and value of rising IT spend
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How to find valuable customers
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How providers can make advanced diagnostics more accessible & affordable
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Hivestack launches research division with focus on exploring in-store, programmatic media activation in the metaverse
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Australian frontline healthcare organisations helped by Workday to battle COVID-19 pandemic
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Australia’s remote workers facing connectivity and security concerns, research shows
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Comments
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Re: iTWire - New Linux backdoor BPFDoor found on systems, method of access unknown
Linux is becoming worse than Windows. :-(
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Re: iTWire - No kidding, Microsoft now charges firms to tackle Windows ransomware
I have. https://itwire.com/opin...
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Re: iTWire - No kidding, Microsoft now charges firms to tackle Windows ransomware
Instead of complaining about it, do something - use Linux, or better still, a Mac. Microsoft is dead to me,[…]
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While flowcharts might be of help to management at a high level, they are of little use in programming (which[…]
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