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Hi there,
Well, that’s another crazy year in tech nearly over. Locally, we’ve seen new legislation, including the Assistance and Access Bill, the ACCC eyeing up digital platforms, the approach of Open Banking and, finally, some real indications that technologies including AI can have some real business benefits.
But amongst the never-ending hype, Aussie businesses have kept on doing what they do best – harnessing technology in their business in practical ways that will deliver value.
The team here at iStart are taking a summer break but look forward to returning in January with more stories to help, challenge and amuse you in the year ahead.
But before you head off, we’ve got a roundup of this week’s top news:
- ASD boss shoots down encryption criticism – but misses key points
- Coral reef saviour – and it’s an underwater robot
- Bosses beware: Piracy case a win for whistleblowers
- Jingle Bells as Telstra gets early 3.6GHz access and a 5G customer
- Forget frankincense and myrrh, open banking has its own riches
We wish you all a happy, safe, festive season – hopefully with a well-earned break, and we’ll see you back for more tech wonderment in the New Year.
Merry Christmas!!
Heather Wright
Editor
editor@istart.com.au
Encryption law debate ‘hyperbolic and inaccurate’
But will the new law work?...
ASD boss Mike Burgess has lashed out at what encryption legislation detractors, dubbing much of the debate ‘hyperbolic, inaccurate and influenced by self-interest’.
“Australia is not the first country to enact this sort of legislation – and we will not be the last.”
Robots delivering coral babies to Great Barrier Reef
BabyBots to the rescue in ‘world first’ – and it’s not at all fishy...
An Australian developed undersea robot has delivered microscopic coral larvae directly onto the Great Barrier Reef in an attempt to help restore reefs damaged by bleaching and other issues.
“It’s like spreading fertiliser on your lawn.”
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$160k software piracy settlement paid
BSA says using snitches is paying dividends...
A high-profile software piracy case is unfolding in Australia with the BSA awarded an AU$160,000 settlement from a company alleged to have been using 30 pirated applications.
“Rewarding informers has proved very successful.”
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Telstra ramps up 5G push
First ‘customer’ connection, first Syd and Mel sites, but still no business gain…
Telstra has its first 5G customer connection and early access to its 3.6GHz spectrum, used for 5G – but don’t expect to benefit anytime soon.
“This series of network upgrades is also expected to help deliver world leading 4G speeds.”
How to turn open banking into a competitive advantage
Invest now, or pay later...
Open banking is well and truly on Australia’s doorstep. By July 2019, banks will be required to make data available on credit and debit cards, deposit and transaction accounts.
“It’s no longer adequate for banks to simply invest in innovating at the edges. They need to innovate their core.”
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