Technology
Australia bans DeepSeek AI from government use
6 February
A Chinese artificial intelligence model that shocked the tech world has been banned from Australiaās government systems over national security concerns. All products, applications and services made by the China-based AI company DeepSeek must be...[Read More]
AI angst ā workers fear bosses will prioritise profit
5 February
Most Australian workers donāt trust their managers to introduce artificial intelligence technology and many fear leaders will prioritise profit over their wellbeing. The mistrust of AI tools is widespread among frontline employees, while senior...[Read More]
Special agents: why AI promises to take over from apps
30 January
The next generation of artificial intelligence is expected to replace a human: the personal assistant you probably cannot afford to hire. āAI agentsā capable of completing a complex series of tasks after just one command are emerging as a top...[Read More]
Caution urged on AI assistant as DeepSeek surges
29 January
Internet users should exercise caution before handing over personal details to Chinese artificial intelligence model DeepSeek, federal ministers have urged. The AI assistant ā which launched last week ā rocketed to the top of app stores, with...[Read More]
Golden opportunity for Australia as AI charges ahead
29 January
The launch of a Chinese rival to ChatGPT will be a game-changer as Australiaās top scientist lauds artificial intelligence as bringing great opportunity. DeepSeek launched its AI model over the weekend that is considered a challenge to ChatGPT as...[Read More]
Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok, Trump claims
29 January
US President Donald Trump has told reporters that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok and that he would like to see a bidding war over the app. Microsoft declined to comment. TikTok and ByteDance did not immediately respond to Reutersā...[Read More]
Aussies beating America and Europe in AI race: study
22 January
More Australians are using artificial intelligence technology than their American and European counterparts, research from Google has found, and many are deploying it at work. But Australians are still more concerned than excited about the potential...[Read More]
A decade past its due date, the NBN promises to deliver
22 January
Ten years after the National Broadband Network was declared āfully operational,ā industry experts expect the project to finally realise its original mission: high-speed internet connections for almost everyone. The accomplishment is expected in...[Read More]
Brad Pitt warns fans about scammers targeting fans
22 January
Brad Pitt has urged fans to be vigilant about catfishing after a scammer allegedly stole thousands of dollars pretending to be him. The actor has responded after a 53-year-old woman who identified herself as Anne claimed she was tricked into...[Read More]
Australians trust scientists regardless of politics
22 January
Australians across the political spectrum trust scientists, bucking a trend in Western countries of distrust among the right wing, a study has found. An international study of 71,000 people found women, older people, those with higher incomes,...[Read More]
Upgraded NBN could compete with Elon Muskās Starlink
15 January
Australians in regional areas could access faster and cheaper internet through the National Broadband Network, rather than Elon Muskās Starlink. But the federal government needs to upgrade its systems first. The Starlink satellite service has...[Read More]
Major study sheds light on depressionās genetic links
15 January
Hundreds of previously unknown genetic hints could one day provide earlier and more tailored treatment for depression, thanks to a major global study. The genetic markers were uncovered through DNA analysis of more than 680,000 people with...[Read More]
Top 10 legal issues facing Australian business owners in 2025 and the importance of professional legal advice
9 January
Running a business in 2025 presents numerous legal challenges as regulations evolve alongside technological advancements and global economic shifts.Ā For business owners, navigating these complexities requires understanding key legal issues and...[Read More]
3 advantages of having a smart home and how to turn your house into one
9 January
While smart home technology has been around since the 1990s, people are just beginning to appreciate having it. The devices in a smart home are interconnected and accessible from a single hub, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop or gaming console....[Read More]
The power of Google: unlocking opportunities for businesses and protecting personal information
9 January
In todayās fast-paced digital world, Google has cemented itself as an indispensable tool for both businesses and individuals.Ā Its search engine, advertising platform, and data-driven solutions have transformed the way we interact with...[Read More]