Tag: tech

Flagship WA innovation program gets another review

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The Western Australian government’s flagship innovation funding program delivered an outsized economic return in its first round, according to two independent reviews, with another review to be finalised in...

Gig Guide: ACS appoints permanent chief executive

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The Australian Computer Society has appointed Josh Griggs as its permanent chief executive after a six-month stint acting in the role. Mr Griggs stepped into the role following the...

Most Australian businesses not innovating, data reveals

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Less than half of Australian businesses are now considered innovation-active, according to new biennial data that reveals a tough economic environment is drying up the funds and skills needed...

ARENA powers up $100m solar challenge

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Utility-scale solar energy projects are the focus of a new federally-funded $100 million global innovation challenge targeting technologies that lower the cost of installation, operation, and maintenance. The Australian Renewable...

Google launches equity-free AI startup accelerator

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Australian AI and machine learning startups can now apply for Google’s new accelerator program, offering free access to Google cloud and tailored advice. The AI First accelerator program opened...

Gig Guide: NRF chief investment officer appointed

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The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation has appointed experienced investment fund manager Dr Mary Manning as its chief investment officer, who brings more than 25 years’ of experience to the...

Gig Guide: Treasury Secretary gets second term

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Treasury Secretary Steven Kennedy has been reappointed on another five-year term as his department prepares to deliver the Future Made in Australia agenda. Mr Kennedy was originally appointed Treasury...

AI adoption centres finally unveiled

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Four artificial intelligence centres focused on helping small to medium-sized enterprises safely adopt the technology have been announced by Industry and Science minister Ed Husic. Sharing in $16.3 million,...