Industry News
Trademark applications streamlined by machine learning
Advanced machine learning technology that will assist in streamlining trademark applications is being implemented at IP Australia. [ + ]
ASC enlists Accenture to carry out digital transformation
ASC is working to identify and roll out new technology across its cutting-edge defence programs to secure a more productive future. [ + ]
My Health Record to transform health care
Australian Digital Health Agency CEO Tim Kelsey has detailed the progress and key targets of the My Heath Record digital health records project. [ + ]
Driverless cars may pose safety and cybersecurity risks
Claims that automated vehicles could avoid 90% of road deaths by eliminating human error have not been proven, according to a new report. [ + ]
NSW Govt developing data usage guidelines
The digital.nsw digital government transformation portal will soon add new online resources aimed at helping agencies more effectively collect, share and utilise data. [ + ]
Small increase in New Zealand’s IT budget
Almost NZ$4 million in new funding for NZ CERT and NZ$6.2 for the MBIE will enhance New Zealand's cybersecurity and the digital economy. [ + ]
US DHS releases security strategy
The US Department of Homeland Security's strategy details its approach to identifying and managing cybersecurity risks at a national level. [ + ]
AUCloud appoints top federal ex-CTO
Sovereign cloud services provider AUCloud has appointed ex-PM&C CTO Brad Bastow as the company's inaugural CTO. [ + ]
TechnologyOne SaaS adopted by Moreton Bay Council
Moreton Bay Regional Council and TechnologyOne have extended their 20-year partnership for another eight years. [ + ]
Most Tas councils must comply with NDB scheme
Local Government Association Tasmania has warned that councils holding TFNs and shared information assets will need to comply with the NDB scheme. [ + ]
City of Melbourne to tip $5.5m into IT upgrades
The City of Melbourne's draft 2018–19 Budget includes a $5.5m investment in delivering superior online services for residents. [ + ]
IP Australia updates major data resource
IP Australia’s 'flagship' open data resource, the Intellectual Property Government Open Data, has been updated for 2018. [ + ]
NSW announces digital mobility initiatives
The NSW Government will soon introduce legislation to enable the rollout of digital driver licences, and it is pursuing other digital mobility initiatives. [ + ]
City of Melbourne probes possibilities for driverless cars
If driverless vehicles are not properly regulated, negative impacts such as increased traffic congestion and data security concerns may outweigh the benefits. [ + ]
LGA SA to hold communications conference
The Local Government Communications Conference will be themed around reflection, learning and innovation. [ + ]