Technology
Warning of ‘supercharged harm’ from unregulated AI
25 February
Australia must urgently ramp up its spending on AI and research and development to avoid a generation of young people being “sacrificed for the profits of big tech”. In an address to the National Press Club in Canberra on Wednesday, UNSW...[Read More]
Breaking the social media addiction cycle as adults
25 February
Like children, many adults are also struggling with the urge to endlessly scroll and feel like they can’t escape the pull of Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and other platforms. Some experts are comparing social media addiction to casinos, opioids and...[Read More]
Not a real doctor: AI struggles to treat human patients
11 February
Just because artificially intelligent chatbots can pass medical exams does not mean they should operate as doctors, a study warns, as they can provide deadly medical advice. In one case, two men who asked an AI tool about a brain bleed received...[Read More]
What does it mean to be a cyber secure business?
5 February
In today’s world, being “cyber secure” isn’t about wearing a hoodie in a dark room typing code at lightning speed. It’s about running a business that understands digital risk, takes sensible precautions, and knows how to respond when...[Read More]
Top 10 legal issues facing Australian business owners in 2026
5 February
Running a business in 2026 presents numerous legal challenges as regulations evolve alongside technological advancements and global economic shifts. For business owners, navigating these complexities requires understanding key legal issues and...[Read More]
What’s for dinner? Aussies cook up fresh uses for AI
28 January
Australians are using artificial intelligence tools to impress their boss and cut hours from their working week but the technology is also creeping into the kitchen and renovation plans. Preparing special meals for friends and family has emerged as...[Read More]
The chatbot will see you now: why AI is tackling health
28 January
Before seeing a doctor about a rash, sleeping issue or chronic heart condition, have you considered asking a chatbot for advice? It is the suggestion of leading artificial intelligence company OpenAI, which has flagged plans to launch a dedicated...[Read More]
Aussies are using AI at home but want rules at work
22 January
Most Australian workers are honing artificial intelligence skills on their own time but more access, greater control and strict rules might be needed to boost its adoption in workplaces. Software firm Salesforce on Tuesday released the findings from...[Read More]
Space weather a growing risk for air traffic
7 January
A software safety fault that forced the grounding of dozens of passenger planes across Australia has been branded by experts as “a warning shot for the future”. The glitch was triggered by space weather, a phenomenon increasingly impacting...[Read More]
10 legal issues facing Australian business owners and the importance of professional legal advice
25 December
Running a business in 2025 presents numerous legal challenges as regulations evolve alongside technological advancements and global economic shifts. For business owners, navigating these complexities requires understanding key legal issues and...[Read More]
2025: The year the world chose direction
18 December
History rarely announces itself in dramatic bursts. More often, it reveals itself through quiet turning points — moments when trends harden into realities and choices can no longer be postponed. 2025 was one of those years. It did not deliver a...[Read More]
Common scams and strategies for protecting your small business
18 December
Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant. The federal government’s Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]
‘Difficult period’ ahead as kids banned from socials
11 December
Adjusting to life without social media will be challenging for millions of young Australians, the prime minister has warned, as world-first laws barring children from apps like Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok take effect. All Australians aged under...[Read More]
Not up to code: security flaws, bias in foreign AI tool
4 December
Australian companies have been urged to take care choosing artificial intelligence tools after researchers discovered political censorship and insecure code produced by a popular Chinese model. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike issued the warning on...[Read More]
National AI plan must move fast to protect Australians
3 December
Australians are being promised better protection against scams and AI-generated abuse. The release of the federal government’s National AI Plan comes after it said artificial intelligence would become a national priority as it consulted on...[Read More]