Stories by George Nott

Tech talent visa scheme to continue

The federal government has announced it is making its Global Talent Scheme permanent, following a pilot period which started in July last year.

Written by George Nott09 Aug. 19 10:14

Uni chiefs to be briefed on cyber threats by ASD following spate of breaches

​An expert from the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) will today brief university leaders on cyber security risks, following a spate of major data breaches at institutions including the Australian National University, the Australian Catholic University and the University of Western Australia.

Written by George Nott07 Aug. 19 09:24

Tech driving rise of new agricultural industries

A report resulting from three years’ research by Queensland University of Technology has identified a number of new agricultural industries that will be arriving as a result of emerging technologies.

Written by George Nott06 Aug. 19 15:16

Vault Cloud, Quintessence Labs and Ziroh Labs combine tech for world first

​ASD certified cloud service provider Vault Cloud has integrated Ziroh Labs’ homomorphic encryption technology and QuintessenceLabs’ true quantum random number generator into its offering in an effort funded by AustCyber – the Australian Cyber Security Growth Network.

Written by George Nott05 Aug. 19 12:46

Defence seeks CTO after Mohan departs

​The Department of Defence is seeking a new chief technology officer, following the departure of Aiyaswami Mohan in May.

Written by George Nott01 Aug. 19 15:20

Average daily city commute blows out to more than an hour

​How long does it take you to get to work in the morning? If you’re anything like the average Australian it’s taking you a lot longer than ever before, according to the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) survey.

Written by George Nott30 July 19 17:16

Australian blockchain industry bodies merge

​Industry body for Australian blockchain businesses Blockchain Australia has merged with the Australian Digital Currency Association (ADCA), a body representing similar interests.

Written by George Nott30 July 19 09:51
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