Technology
Telcos to dial-up customer communication during outages
28 August
Telco companies will be forced to inform customers about major network outages under new rules directed by the communications watchdog. The Australian Communications and Media Authority will be able to require telcos to let customers know online, by...[Read More]
âTeething issuesâ to linger after global IT outage
24 July
Sectors affected by the global IT outages could take weeks to get back to normal, the home affairs minister has warned. The outage, caused by major cyber security firm CrowdStrike deploying a software update, left industries ranging from banks,...[Read More]
Tips to cut down on household energy consumption
6 June
As a homeowner, youâre likely aware of the increasing costs associated with household energy consumption. This is why cutting down on energy use can mean big savings. In addition to the financial benefits, reducing electricity use can help to...[Read More]
Stronger data protections for voluntary digital IDs
3 April
A single digital ID will make it easier for Australians to verify their identity online and reduce the risk of privacy breaches, a minister says, as new laws clear a major hurdle. Legislation to set up a digital ID scheme passed the Senate on...[Read More]
Work, Wander, and Well-being: Mastering the Art of the Working Holiday
28 March
Taking your business on the road for a working holiday presents an enticing blend of work and leisure, allowing you to explore new destinations while keeping your operations running smoothly. Â This concept has gained popularity with the rise of...[Read More]
10 ways to reduce your household energy use
4 January
As a homeowner, youâre likely aware of the increasing costs associated with household energy consumption. This is why cutting down on energy use can mean big savings. In addition to the financial benefits, reducing electricity use can help to...[Read More]
Cyber hackers break into Victorian court recordings
3 January
Victoriaâs court system has been hit by a cyber attack, with hackers accessing weeks worth of recorded hearings. Court Services Victoria was first made aware of the infiltration on December 21 but itâs believed the audio visual technology...[Read More]
Smart homes to save energy costs in virtual power plant
20 December
Energy costs could be slashed by plugging in two million smart meters linked to more than 140,000 household devices to create a virtual power plant bigger than a solar farm. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) on Monday announced $9.75...[Read More]
How smart speakers âcould detect domestic violenceâ
20 December
Enlisting thousands of smart speakers in Australian homes to detect intimate partner violence could be an âunprecedented opportunityâ to help victims, a study has noted. But Monash University researchers found the potential solution was also...[Read More]
Creating a better business with cloud accounting
23 November
Does your company still use desktop software or spreadsheets for accounting tasks? If so, then it could be time to upgrade to a cloud-based accounting system. In comparison to on-premises solutions, cloud accounting for small businesses offers...[Read More]
3 Key Advantages of Having a Smart Home
13 July
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]
ATO latest scam alerts
14 June
Be wary of emails, phone calls and text messages claiming to be from the ATO. If you think a phone call, SMS, voicemail, email or interaction on social media claiming to be from the ATO is not genuine, do not engage with it. You should...[Read More]
AI use not the âWild Westâ, company executives warned
31 May
More than two-thirds of Australian organisations have embraced artificial intelligence but many executives are largely ignorant of existing laws governing their use, according to a new report. Artificial intelligence is fast becoming an essential...[Read More]
Smart homes: benefits and how to have one
23 February
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]
What you can do to protect yourself as scams evolve
28 December
In 2022, Australians fell victim to investment and cryptocurrency-related scams, losing $242.5 million (US$166 million). In the United Kingdom (UK), a total of over ÂŁ2.3 billion was lost in 2021 because of various scams, including online shopping,...[Read More]