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Tailscale unveils Aperture to govern workplace AI use
Firewalls

Tailscale unveils Aperture to govern workplace AI use

Tailscale launches Aperture in open alpha, adding an identity-based gateway to log, govern and standardise workplace AI and agent use.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Knog boosts marketing output 20% with new digital hub
Digital Transformation

Knog boosts marketing output 20% with new digital hub

Cycling brand Knog lifts marketing productivity 20% after rolling out a centralised digital asset hub for teams and global partners.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
When music and AI make 'Medtech Magic'
Physical Security

When music and AI make 'Medtech Magic'

AI-powered music therapies promise relief for dementia and Parkinson's patients, but tangled licensing rules could stall life-changing apps.

By Tune Global • 10 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
Canto unveils XI platform with AI tools to streamline content
Robotic Process Automation

Canto unveils XI platform with AI tools to streamline content

Canto launches its 11th-generation AI-powered platform, Canto XI, to simplify content workflows and boost efficiency across digital asset management.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Michael Juniper joins HMC Digital Infrastructure to boost data centres
Hyperscale

Michael Juniper joins HMC Digital Infrastructure to boost data centres

Michael Juniper has joined HMC Digital Infrastructure as a director to enhance DigiCo's growth and operational capabilities across Australia and international markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
The future of computing is quantum - how Australia can take the lead on its adoption
Encryption

The future of computing is quantum - how Australia can take the lead on its adoption

Australia aims to lead the $6 billion quantum computing sector by 2045 with major government support and international partnerships, boosting tech and jobs.

By Terry Maiolo • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
NEXTDC unveils AUD $2 billion AI campus in Melbourne push
Hyperscale

NEXTDC unveils AUD $2 billion AI campus in Melbourne push

NEXTDC will invest AUD $2 billion in the M4 AI campus at Melbourne's Fishermans Bend, creating a hub for sovereign AI, defence, and advanced technology workloads.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption
Generative AI

Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption

A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025

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1001 Optometry launches AI myopia checks for families
Data Protection

1001 Optometry launches AI myopia checks for families

Australian chain 1001 Optometry unveils free AI tool that scans parents' photos to flag early myopia risk in children at home.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Tech Council of Australia appoints new Chief Executive
Unified Communications

Tech Council of Australia appoints new Chief Executive

Tech Council of Australia appoints Brighte's Katherine McConnell to its board and names LaunchVic chief Kate Cornick as incoming CEO.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Feb 2026
Notitia & Rod Jager form Tasmanian data partnership
Data Analytics

Notitia & Rod Jager form Tasmanian data partnership

Notitia partners with Rod Jager Consulting to establish a formal Tasmanian base, expanding data and digital transformation services statewide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 15th Feb 2026
Board members face personal risk as school payroll laws shift
Human Capital Management

Board members face personal risk as school payroll laws shift

From 2024, Australian school board members face personal criminal liability for payroll errors amid teacher shortages and complex employment rules.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Deakin University team wins Autodesk Cup with flexible housing design
Deakin University

Deakin University team wins Autodesk Cup with flexible housing design

Deakin University's team won the Autodesk Challenge Cup with 'Solace,' a prefabricated, flexible six-storey housing design for disabled and elderly residents.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Exclusive: The 'godfather of process mining' on its past and future
Data Analytics

Exclusive: The 'godfather of process mining' on its past and future

Process mining is transforming Australian businesses, with Queensland Health saving AUD $11 million by optimising operations through this emerging technology.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Victor Dominello to headline 2025 Pearcey Oration in Melbourne
Digital Transformation

Victor Dominello to headline 2025 Pearcey Oration in Melbourne

Victor Dominello, former NSW Minister for Customer Service and Digital, will deliver the 2025 Pearcey Oration in Melbourne on digital transformation's societal impact.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal
EduTech

University of Melbourne saves on IT costs with Rimini support deal

The University of Melbourne cuts IT costs and avoids forced upgrades by adopting Rimini Street support for its customised Oracle ERP systems, boosting digital services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
TechnologyOne to deploy MortarCAPS data standard nationwide
EduTech

TechnologyOne to deploy MortarCAPS data standard nationwide

TechnologyOne will implement the MortarCAPS Higher Learning Data Standard nationwide, enhancing data integration for Australian higher education and vocational sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025