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Govt urged to explain growing China tech ban

The federal government must share more information about its ban on Chinese technology to help build a more resilient economy and society, according to the threat intelligence lead at...

$20m green innovation grants program opens

A $20 million grants program jointly run by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Singapore’s enterprise development agency has launched almost a year after it was announced....

Hydrogen-powered planes unlikely before 2035, report finds

Hydrogen-powered airplanes are unlikely to be used widely until at least 2035, while broad deployment of electric-powered planes will only begin in the 2030s, according to a new report...

Govt moves to add digital ID option for stat decs

The Albanese government has introduced legislation to Parliament that paves the way for Australians to use a digital identity to witness documents online, promising $156 million in time and...

Husic unveils draft National Science and Research Priorities

The Albanese government has issued its draft National Science and Research Priorities for consultation to focus research and funding on a set of defining challenges over the coming decade,...

Albanese outlines plan to deepen digital ties to ASEAN

Facilitating cross-border data flows and supporting interoperability of digital technology between Australia and Southeast Asian nations is a key focus of the Albanese government’s new economic strategy, which calls...

eConveyancing’s PEXA wants to delay opening its network

Market dominant electronic conveyancing provider PEXA is seeking another delay in the timeline for enabling competitors to interoperate with its systems, after complaining that the requirements are more difficult...

Danielle Wood takes top job at PC after first pick pulls out

Grattan Institute chief executive Danielle Wood will lead the Productivity Commission after the federal government’s first pick Chris Barrett turned down the appointment, instead taking up the role of...

Deloitte awarded WA advanced manufacturing hub contract

The proposed South West Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub for Bunbury, Western Australia will enter the next phase of planning with Deloitte brought in to prepare a feasibility study and...

Crime-fighting AI research centre launches at Monash Uni

A new research centre focused on AI-powered law enforcement initiatives has been set up by the Australian Federal Police and Monash University. The AI for Law Enforcement and Community...