Monash University Research Warns AI “Digital Companions” For Loneliness Are Unethical
Monash University research warns AI “digital companions” marketed to ease loneliness are unethical and may worsen social isolation. It says they mimic connection—especially for older people—while replacing real…
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NBN Co Moves To Lock In Satellite Share Ahead Of Amazon LEO Rollout
NBN Co is defending its satellite position as Amazon’s LEO trials near,…
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Europe’s Data Centre Investment Boom Raises Questions Over Tech Sovereignty
Investment in European data centres has surged, with projected spending more than doubling in just a year from €80 billion to over €170 billion. The rapid expansion could mark a…
OpenAI Considers Bringing ChatGPT-Style AI to NATO’s Unclassified Networks
Personnel at the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation may soon rely partly on AI models behind ChatGPT, as OpenAI considers supplying AI to the alliance’s unclassified networks. The potential deal remains…
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TERA-Award Programme Goes Global With New High-Profile International Partnerships
The TERA-Award 2026 programme has…
Westpac Strengthens Workforce Capabilities With Microsoft 365 Copilot
Westpac is rolling out Microsoft…
Digital Transformation Agency Cautions Against Indefinite Supplier Exclusions
The Digital Transformation Agency (DTA)…
Australian PR Agency Network Four Teams Up With US AI Governance Firm For Telstra Partnership
Australian PR Agency Network Four…
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Malicious Insider Incidents Overtake Negligence-Based Threats In Australia
Mimecast’s 9th annual State of Human Risk Report found 41% of Australian…
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New iManage Study Finds Strong Knowledge Foundations Drive AI, Growth And Client Trust
iManage released its new iManage Knowledge Work 2026 Benchmark Report. It's global study of 3,185 decision-makers across 26 countries, finds organisations with mature, well-governed knowledge foundations outperform peers. Report says…
Workday Research: Organisations Still Struggle to Turn AI Into Measurable Gains
New Workday, Inc. research warns many organisations are leaving AI productivity gains on the table, with nearly 40% of time saved being lost to rework and fixing low-quality output. The…
Amazon, Temu and Shein Set to Tighten Grip on Australia’s Online Marketplaces, Squeezing Local Rivals
Amazon, Temu and Shein are set to dominate Australia’s marketplace sector, reaching 60% of shoppers (Amazon, +3.45% YoY), delivering A$2.6 billion in Temu sales last financial year with 47% consumer…
AI Boom To Drive $100m+ Investments In ANZ Data Centres Over Next 3 Years
AI boom to drive $100m+ investments in ANZ data centres over the next three years. Australia’s data centre market has surged, now hosting 314 facilities with over 1GW of installed…
