Industry News
AIIA urges federal govt to allocate millions to AI
The AIIA has called on the government to allocate $250 million to artificial intelligence, to ensure Australia becomes a global leader in AI research. [ + ]
ACSC warns of fresh Exchange vulnerabilities
The Australian Cyber Security Centre is urging Australian organisations to act to mitigate freshly discovered Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities. [ + ]
Finalists revealed for 2021 MAV Technology Awards
The 2021 MAV Technology Awards for Excellence have recognised a range of councils across Victoria, South Australia, NSW and the Northern Territory as finalists. [ + ]
Cyber attacks on banks grew 118% in past 12 months
VMware's annual Modern Bank Heists report estimates that 54% of financial institutions experienced disruptive attacks in the last 12 months. [ + ]
Health Travel Pass launched to verify traveller health
IDEMIA has launched a Health Travel Pass, designed to help governments reduce the risk of incoming travellers spreading COVID-19. [ + ]
Immersive VR could help with rehab therapies
Immersive virtual reality (VR) technology could help treat communication disorders, according to a study by The University of Queensland. [ + ]
Mosman Council enhancing vPermit parking system
Mosman Council will enhance its vPermit virtual parking permit system by introducing integration with Smarter City Solutions' CellOPark system. [ + ]
Pandemic prompts call for action for smart city initiatives
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to accelerate public sector innovation, with 88% of city leaders calling for investment in cloud platforms. [ + ]
HD maps driving the future of Aussie autonomous vehicles
A robotics expert has called for government–industry collaboration to create HD maps, to help Australia lead a core aspect of autonomous vehicle development. [ + ]
UK tech scale-ups set sights on Australia
An initial 11 UK tech scale-ups will take part in a UK Government-sponsored program designed to help companies expand into Australia. [ + ]
Saudi Arabia releases full 6 GHz to unlicensed use
Saudi Arabia's CITC has designated all 1200 MHz of the 6 GHz band for unlicensed, paving the way for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. [ + ]
Honeywell facility services software chosen for Vic hospital
Honeywell has been chosen to provide hard facilities management and building management software for the Footscray Hospital project in Victoria. [ + ]
WA health service paving the way for digital health care
The Wirraka Maya Health Service in WA has been recognised for its innovative and extensive use of My Health Record, to provide better care for local patients. [ + ]
TrustGrid launches digital trust ecosystem
TrustGrid has launched the TrustGrid platform, a blockchain technology that facilitates secure technology interfaces between government and private organisations. [ + ]
NSW prepares for cybersecurity overhaul
A New South Wales (NSW) parliamentary inquiry has recommended a range of improvements to enhance cybersecurity and cyber awareness throughout the state in the wake of a high-profile data breach. [ + ]
