Bunnings keen to roll out facial recognition tech to all its stores
The retailer remains defiant and determined to use the tech despite the privacy commissioner saying it breaches Australia’s privacy laws. ⌘ Read more

From earbuds to e-books: the best tech gifts for holidays 2024
Here are some of our favourite gift ideas for the tech-obsessed, or those who could do with a few more gadgets. ⌘ Read more

Open source spirit: elevating team collaboration and innovation
Ambassador post by Leo Pahlke, CNCF Ambassador and CNCF TAG Environmental Sustainability Chair Open source is a fascinating space, where you are surrounded by emerging technologies and where you can directly engage with and have an… ⌘ Read more

Konveyor AI: supporting application modernization
Member post by John Matthews, and Savitha Raghunathan, Red Hat Migrating legacy software to modern platforms has long been a challenging endeavor for businesses. Companies often need to move decades-old systems to newer technologies without causing… ⌘ Read more

Would you eat meat grown in stainless-steel tanks?
Start-up food company Vow’s foie gras is, technically, meat. But it wasn’t made with an animal. And it isn’t legal in Australia yet. ⌘ Read more

WiseTech’s Richard White says he’s ‘truly sorry’ as company cuts guidance
In a pre-recorded message, the billionaire said the past two months had taken a significant toll on his family and loved ones. ⌘ Read more

Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 208 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that … ⌘ Read more

Thelio Astra Native ARM64 Platform with 128 Core Ampere Altra CPU 512GB ECC RAM and 40TB Storage
System76 recently launched the Thelio Astra which is a specialized desktop engineered for autonomous vehicle development, robotics, and native ARM64 applications. Powered by Ampere processing technology, it offers substantial computational power with energy efficiency while supporting Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and 24.04 LTS. The desktop supports a variety of Am … ⌘ Read more

Driverless cab ride
Sydney man Adrian Seib filmed this, his first exhilarating experience in a driverless taxi in Los Angeles. ⌘ Read more

Big Tech didn’t like Biden. Trump won’t be any better for Google & Co
The Biden administration has used antitrust legislation to target the technology giants, even seeking to break up Google. The Trump nominees to key posts overseeing the tech sector won’t be much friendlier. ⌘ Read more

Software is a team sport: Building the future of software development together
Microsoft and GitHub are committed to empowering developers around the world to innovate, collaborate, and create solutions that’ll shape the next generation of technology.

The post [Software is a team sport: Building the future of software development together](https://github.blog/news-insights/company-news/software-is-a-team-sport-building-the-future-of-software- … ⌘ Read more

From a garage to a $2.5b startup: SafetyCulture founder resigns
Luke Anear was a private investigator when he launched a start-up from his Townsville garage, growing it into one of the nation’s largest tech business. ⌘ Read more

The best device for playing PC games is finally coming to Australia
Valve’s Steam Deck has great hardware and removes Windows from the equation, making for a streamlined and accessible PC gaming handheld. ⌘ Read more

Anti-Musk: The social media site picking up a lot of X refugees in Australia
Bluesky is Australia’s top-ranked social media app in both Apple and Google’s app stores, firming as the social media website of choice for those quitting X. ⌘ Read more

Buoyed by Trump win, US pro-crypto lobby group opens Australian outpost
‘Stand With Crypto’, a lobby group backed by cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, is hoping to capitalise on a wave of momentum from Donald Trump’s decisive US election win. ⌘ Read more

Announcing the first-ever KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Japan 2025 on June 16-17 in Tokyo
Following a successful KubeDay Japan, CNCF will be bringing its flagship conference to Tokyo to continue advancing cloud native technologies  Salt Lake City, UT. – KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2024 – November 15, 2024  –… ⌘ Read more

Cloud Native Computing Foundation Expands Certification to Platform Engineering and More
As cloud native technologies become increasingly essential to organizations, CNCF is focused on certifications that resonate with developers Salt Lake City, Utah – KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America – November 15, 2024 – The Cloud Native… ⌘ Read more

The XMPP Standards Foundation: MongooseIM 6.3 - Monitor with Prometheus, scale up with CockroachDB
MongooseIM is a scalable, efficient, high-performance instant messaging server. At Erlang Solutions, we believe that it is essential to use the right tool for the job, and this is why the server implements the proven, open, and extensible XMPP protocol, which was designed for instant messaging from the beginnning. Thanks … ⌘ Read more

Who approves a Steaming Poo? The serious business of giving an emoji the thumbs-up
Who creates the symbols so many of us now use to communicate? How do they get on our phones? And why can’t we all agree on what each one actually means? ⌘ Read more

CNCF Launches Technology Landscape Radar, Reference Architectures to Address Gaps in Cloud Native Ecosystem
CNCF’s End User Technical Advisory Board has compiled new materials to promote best practices and simplify the adoption of cloud native technologies  SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America – November 14, 2024… ⌘ Read more

New Optus boss ready for fresh chapter after two rough years for telco
Eight days into his new role, Stephen Rue says Optus can move on from outages and a cyberattack. ⌘ Read more

Apple’s next device might make your home a lot smarter
The long-rumoured Apple smart display has reportedly started to take shape – and it could be a lot different to sticking an iPad on your wall. ⌘ Read more

Embattled WiseTech faces class action lawsuit from shareholders
Just weeks after its CEO stepped down, the software firm is now facing Supreme Court action alleging misleading conduct and a breach of disclosure obligations to investors. ⌘ Read more

In remote areas, safety lies in the stars
In the remote corners of Australia cutting-edge satellite technology is providing critical solutions. ⌘ Read more

Coles to trial AI-powered trolleys in Australia-first move
Supermarket giant Coles is trialling AI-powered trolleys so customers can skip the checkout altogether. ⌘ Read more

Albanese’s $15b tech fund gets ready to write first cheques
Two years after it was first legislated to beef up Australia’s competitiveness in technology and manufacturing, the National Reconstruction Fund is about to make its first investments. ⌘ Read more

A look at the Cilium CNCF project journey report
We’re excited to share the Cilium project journey report!  Cilium is an open source platform designed for cloud-native networking, security, and observability, leveraging eBPF technology. It provides secure, high-performance network connectivity and deep visibility for Kubernetes… ⌘ Read more

Exploring the world of Avowed with Developer Ryan Warden
Ryan Warden, Production Director for the upcoming fantasy game Avowed, sits down with 9News.com.au to talk all about the latest journey into the world of Eora. Avowed is coming to Xbox Series X|S in February. ⌘ Read more

From OpenAI to WiseTech: Does sector have a governance problem?
Some of the most powerful and influential companies remain in the hands of the executives who founded them and who are almost impossible to remove. ⌘ Read more

‘Inhospitable environment’: Tech Council launches plan to retain women
The diversity initiative follows a string of recent high-profile instances of harassment and inappropriate behaviour plaguing the local sector. ⌘ Read more

Apple’s new non-Pro desktops are powerful but not perfect
The Mac Mini and 24-inch iMac are better than ever when it comes to powerful mainstream computing, but there are a few annoying quirks. ⌘ Read more

For $US130m, Musk bought himself a spot in Trump’s inner circle. But what exactly has he gained?
Months of budding bromance have culminated in this: a comprehensive election victory, one that firmly bears the mark of the world’s richest tech bro. ⌘ Read more

T Display S3 AMOLED Plus with Enhanced 1.91″ Display and Real Time Clock
The T-Display S3 AMOLED Plus is an upgraded development board based on the ESP32-S3 microcontroller with a dual-core LX7 processor. It features a 1.91″ AMOLED display with a 240×536 resolution, using RM67162 IPS AMOLED technology for sharp colors and full viewing angles with QSPI interface support. Similar to the LILYGO T4 S3 launched last year, […] ⌘ Read more

Why the new $1200 PlayStation might be worth it
Not all players will appreciate the PS5 Pro upgrade, but running pin sharp 4K games at 60 frames per second can be transformative. ⌘ Read more

Can AI predict the Melbourne Cup winner? I decided to find out
ChatGPT can simulate therapy sessions, solve complex maths problems and give you relationship advice. But tipping the Melbourne Cup winner? ⌘ Read more

Lawsuit Accuses PowerSchool of Selling Student Data To 3rd Parties
A former teacher has filed a federal lawsuit against PowerSchool, alleging the education technology giant illegally sells student data to third parties without proper consent. Emily Cherkin, lead plaintiff in the class action suit filed in San Francisco, claims PowerSchool has amassed 345 terabytes of data from 440 school districts, including … ⌘ Read more

Assistant Treasurer ‘cosied up to banks’, tech giants say
Technology lobby group DIGI says there has been an “extraordinary” level of engagement between Stephen Jones and Australia’s banks on new anti-scam laws. ⌘ Read more

‘Delete, delete, delete’: Musk’s political plans put millions of Americans at risk
Elon Musk’s company stewardship gives us some clues about what his role in a Trump administration might look like, and it’s not good news – for anyone. ⌘ Read more

Xbox goes disc-free with Call of Duty the star attraction
The Xbox Series X Digital Edition isn’t much of an upgrade, but it’s still a fantastic host for Microsoft’s marquee Game Pass service. ⌘ Read more

Apple Intelligence is here, but it’s not all that smart
Apple’s summarising and rewriting tools feel very similar to those already available on other phones, and that isn’t necessarily a good thing. ⌘ Read more

The one cyber threat that keeps the former NSA boss awake at night
Admiral Mike Rogers led both the NSA and the United States Cyber Command, and there’s one issue concerning him more than any other. ⌘ Read more

iPhone 17 and ‘iPhone 17 Air’ Again Rumored to Feature 120Hz ProMotion Displays
All four iPhone 17 models launching next year will be equipped with low-power LTPO displays, according to an industry source cited by South Korea’s ETNews this week. While the report does not mention this, the use of LTPO technology suggests that the entire iPhone 17 lineup will feature ProMotion displays with a variable refresh rate up to 120Hz.

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Optus apologises for ‘unconscionable’ conduct
The telco is being sued after it allegedly sold hundreds of its vulnerable customers services that they didn’t want or couldn’t afford. ⌘ Read more

Calls to defund Grok Academy, WiseTech programs after scandals
A petition is demanding funding be switched to women-led tech education in the wake of two high-profile scandals in the sector. ⌘ Read more

Telcos in talks to roll out ‘SMS on steroids’
Telstra, Optus and TPG are in talks to implement an SMS replacement that could slash the rate of spam messages. ⌘ Read more

Google Search gets AI spin in Australia as chatbot comes alive
The company says everything that made it the preferred search engine is still there and that it also has quick answers via the bot. ⌘ Read more

The bold Aussie start-up using AI to track your emotions
It was arguably the hottest company at Sydney’s recent SXSW event. But would you trust it? ⌘ Read more

The 24/7 activity tracker you’ll forget is there
Though it’s pricey as a smartwatch, the Galaxy Ring could be a sign of sleep and fitness tracking to come. ⌘ Read more

Beware the frauds, the bozos, the doomers or the ‘accels’.
When technology becomes indistinguishable from magic, it’s very easy to get excited, carried away, or even become irrational. Why irrational you might ask? Because when the expectation from any technology or system extends well beyond what is known to be feasible, that is an irrational behaviour. Sadly, as the result of completely unjustified expectations, financing, […] ⌘ Read more

No more wise guy: The downfall of ‘LinkedIn Lecher’ Richard White
The rise and rise of Richard White from refrigeration mechanic to billionaire is a remarkable tale, but his sudden downfall is even more extraordinary. ⌘ Read more

‘It’s OK to poo at work’: Is this Queensland’s most-loved social media page?
Forget the dry, boring posts you might expect from a government unit. This social media team has taken “light-hearted” to a new level with their eyebrow-raising content. ⌘ Read more

‘It’s OK to poo at work’: Is this Queensland’s most-loved social media page?
Forget the dry, boring posts you might expect from a government unit. This social media team has taken “light-hearted” to a new level with their eyebrow-raising content. ⌘ Read more

Is this Queensland’s most-loved social media page?
Forget the dry, boring posts you might expect from a government unit. This social media team has taken “light-hearted” to a new level with their eyebrow-raising content. ⌘ Read more

Is this Queensland’s most-loved social media page?
Forget the dry, boring posts you might expect from a government unit. This social media team has taken “light-hearted” to a new level with their eyebrow-raising content. ⌘ Read more

‘Shameful’: Tech Council facing questions over Richard White saga
The powerful lobby group took nearly a week to deal with serious allegations of misconduct. ⌘ Read more

Facebook fights celebrity scams with facial recognition
Four years after shutting its facial recognition function down over privacy concerns, the tech giant is bringing it back to rein in celeb-bait scams. Here’s how. ⌘ Read more

WiseTech’s CEO has resigned. Now for the reckoning
The technology sector now has serious questions to answer about how it allowed his alleged behavioural problems to fester. ⌘ Read more

Embattled billionaire Richard White steps down as WiseTech CEO
Billionaire Richard White will step down as chief executive of WiseTech following a series of damaging allegations made about his conduct. ⌘ Read more

iOS 18.2 Lets Children Report Nudity in iMessages, Starting in Australia
Starting with iOS 18.2, children in Australia have a new option to report iMessages containing nude photos and videos to Apple, the company told The Guardian. Apple said it will review these reports and could take action, such as by disabling the sender’s Apple Account and/or reporting the incident to law enforcement.

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Richard White steps down as WiseTech CEO
Billionaire Richard White will step down as chief executive of WiseTech following a series of damaging allegations made about his conduct. ⌘ Read more

‘Why would they stay?’: Women leaving tech to avoid harassment
Amid high-profile allegations of inappropriate behaviour making headlines, a new report shows women are simply leaving the technology sector altogether. ⌘ Read more

The iPad mini is ready for AI
Trevor Long gets his hands on the Apple iPad mini, with the core reason for the update under the skin rather than outwardly visible. ⌘ Read more

A thousand new employees in 12 months: Canva’s propulsive growth
The Australian design software maker has ticked over $2.5 billion in annual revenue as it looks to shore up support from Wall Street. ⌘ Read more

Ventana to Launch Veyron V2 RISC-V Platform for HPC in 2025
Ventana Micro Systems Inc., a leader in high-performance RISC-V platforms, has announced that its Veyron V2 accelerated compute platform will begin shipping in 2025. The Veyron V2 platform is designed to target AI, data centers, and emerging workloads. The Veyron V2 builds on Ventana’s expertise in RISC-V technology, offering flexibility to integrate third-party IPs and […] ⌘ Read more

Billions wiped off WiseTech’s books as crisis engulfs CEO
Investors have punished WiseTech after this masthead exposed serious allegations of inappropriate behaviour by its billionaire CEO Richard White. ⌘ Read more

Hot chips: The split that sparked a $97 billion meltdown
It is an industry crucial to the 21st century but two of its biggest players are going in opposite directions. ⌘ Read more

The hundreds of millions in tax incentives for Australian start-ups that went south
The R&D tax offset has served as a life raft for some of Australia’s most prominent technology start-ups, though in some cases it wasn’t enough. ⌘ Read more

The best Apple, Google and Samsung phones of 2024
Want to know the best smartphones of 2024? We’ve done all the hard work for you. ⌘ Read more

Are we ready for an internet with no Google search?
25 years ago, Google’s minimalist search engine was a revelation. What would happen if the US government moved to break up its dominance? ⌘ Read more

Keep up with cloud native and Kubernetes security with the updated CKS certification
CKS exam updated on October 15, 2024 Cloud Native and Kubernetes adoption is accelerating  Cloud native technology adoption continues to increase across all enterprises, with most new applications being built on cloud native platforms and, in… ⌘ Read more

Erlang Solutions: Client Case Studies with Erlang Solutions
At Erlang Solutions, we’ve worked with diverse clients, solving business challenges and delivering impactful results. We would like to share just some of our top client case studies in this latest post with you.

Get a glimpse into how our leading technologies—Erlang, Elixir, MongooseIM, and more—combined with our expert team, have transformed the outcomes for major industry players.

Apple Secretly Developed Long-Range EV Battery Tech with China’s BYD
Apple secretly collaborated with Chinese automaker BYD to develop long-range electric vehicle battery technology as part of its now-nixed Apple Car project, according to Bloomberg.

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FWS-2290 is a Compact Desktop Network Appliance with Intel N97 for Security Solutions
The FWS-2290, recently launched by AAEON, is a desktop network appliance powered by Intel’s N-series processors, specifically the Intel Processor N97. Designed for UTM and VPN applications, it integrates features such as Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology, AES-NI, and Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. This AAEON product is configured only with the following … ⌘ Read more

‘Time-consuming and costly’: Divisions emerge as Husic weighs AI laws
There’s overwhelming support for regulatory action on AI in high-risk settings, but it’s less clear which path the government should take to get there. ⌘ Read more

Lifelike robot walks and talks
Elon Musk unveils latest iteration of the humanoid ‘Optimus.’ ⌘ Read more

GoPro is now a camera for movies and social, not just action
With smart swappable lenses, automated settings, magnetic latches and new modes, the Hero 13 Black is suited for more than extreme sports. ⌘ Read more

Australians don’t care who owns the NBN, they just want better broadband
The federal government is pushing for new laws that would keep the NBN in public hands, but will it lead to cheaper or better internet? ⌘ Read more

Zelda changes the game again with fresh, imaginative but retro adventure
Nintendo puts Princess Zelda in the role of hero for once, in a joyful and surprising fantasy adventure, with just the right mix of nostalgia and innovation. ⌘ Read more

Trenz Electronic AXE5 EAGLE ES Agilex5 Devkit for Scalable FPGA Applications
The Trenz Electronic AXE5-EAGLE-ES Agilex5 Devkit, powered by Intel’s Agilex 5 E-series SoC FPGA, supports a range of FPGA applications across industries such as wireless communication, video broadcast, and defense. Its scalable architecture offers engineers a reliable platform for testing designs with advanced FPGA technology and flexible expansion options. This development kit is ideal for … ⌘ Read more

One book created panic about social media. But what if it’s bunkum?
Labor will push age-limit legislation for social media through despite the fact scientists and experts have said it won’t work. ⌘ Read more

From side hustle to buzzy AI start-up: Build Club raises $1.8 million
Build Club began life as a group of friends working together over the weekend. It’s now one of Australia’s hottest start-ups. ⌘ Read more

Three ways software defined storage is transforming hybrid cloud architectures
Member post by Sameer Danave, Senior Director of Marketing at MSys Technologies Do you know half of the global storage capacity will be deployed as Software Defined Storage(SDS)? It is a remarkable number! And it’s not just enterprises… ⌘ Read more

Erlang Solutions: Why Open Source Technologies is a Smart Choice for Fintech Businesses
Traditionally, the fintech industry relied on proprietary software, with usage and distribution restricted by paid licences. Fintech open-source technologies were distrusted due to security concerns over visible code in complex systems.

But fast-forward to today and financial institutions, including neobanks like Revolut and Monzo, have embraced open source solutions. … ⌘ Read more

Can Google’s search dominance be broken by its break-up?
Google could be broken up if the US Department of Justice has its way - but it will take years to possibly get to that point. ⌘ Read more

‘Our community is important’: Canva responds to pricing backlash
The Australian software company says it has listened to its customers, some of whom were incensed by a 300 per cent price increase. ⌘ Read more

New ‘nutrition labels’ to combat AI deepfakes
Amid mounting concerns about deepfakes and AI-generated misinformation, one tech giant thinks it has an answer. ⌘ Read more

Quantum start-up breaks records with blockbuster funding round
Rugby legend John Eales has invested in this futuristic Sydney tech company, but there’s no guarantee it will stay in Australia. ⌘ Read more

Kubestronaut in Orbit: Phong Nguyen Van
Get to know Phong This week’s Kubestronaut in Orbit, Phong Nguyen Van, is a full-stack software engineer in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam with over 7 years of experience and a passion for cloud technologies and Kubernetes. Phong also… ⌘ Read more

Are we there yet? When it comes to EVs, we’re not even close
Our EV is fantastic around the city, but heading further afield can create range anxiety. ⌘ Read more

AI hype, 3G shutdown drive bumper smartphone sales
Australians are back buying new smartphones, with the new iPhone facing stiffer competition from AI-enabled Android rivals. ⌘ Read more

‘God-like’ coding educator accused of harassment
More than 200,000 students went through Grok Academy’s classes last year, and now nine women have accused its CEO of misconduct. ⌘ Read more

Engineering leaders continue focus on TestOps – operational strategies
Community post by Saqib Jan As technologies become more advanced year on year, the complexity of software testing increases, too. When building a testing strategy, companies typically map their operations into three segments: the people, the process, and… ⌘ Read more

How students teamed up to decode 2,000-year-old texts using AI
Students used GitHub Copilot to decode ancient texts buried in Mount Vesuvius, achieving a groundbreaking historical breakthrough. This is their journey, the technology behind it, and the power of collaboration.

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We haven’t reinvented the wheel, so why the toilet flusher?
Just because we can invent something doesn’t mean we should. ⌘ Read more

New Oura Ring 4 Features Slimmer Sensors and Improved Accuracy
Oura today announced its latest smart ring, the all-titanium Oura Ring 4, featuring improved accuracy and a redesigned companion app.

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The Oura Ring 4 introduces “Smart Sensing” technology, which the company claims enhances data accuracy by adapting … ⌘ Read more

‘End of the world’: The Apple change that has flown under the radar
When Apple announced iOS 18, the latest version of its mobile operating system, most of the attention went to its slate of new AI features. But a lesser-known change may wind up being more important. ⌘ Read more

Ignite Realtime Blog: XMPP: The Protocol for Open, Extensible Instant Messaging

XMPP, the Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol, is an Instant Messaging (IM) standard of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) - the same organization that standardized Email (POP/IMAP/SMTP) and the World Wide Web (HTTP) protocols. XMPP evolved out of the early XML streaming technology developed by the XMPP Open Source community and is now the leading pro … ⌘ Read more

CNCF and sustainability: how cloud native projects are shaping the green tech movement
Community post originally published on Medium by Maryam Tavakkoli This article will explore CNCF projects that directly contribute to green technology, helping organizations align with their sustainability goals. In recent years, the conversation around sustainability has expanded beyond… ⌘ Read more

The Schedule is Live for Cloud Native Computing Foundation’s First KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India 2024
On 11 and 12 December, the cloud native community will come together for the first time in Delhi this winter to dive deep into the innovative ecosystem of cloud native technology SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – October 1, 2024… ⌘ Read more

Seeing beyond the surface: digital trust emerges as key issue
As Australia gears up for an upcoming election, a recent study highlights rising concerns about digital trust. ⌘ Read more