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ACS announces sponsorship of ACIS2024 in Canberra this December
Robotics

ACS announces sponsorship of ACIS2024 in Canberra this December

The Australian Computer Society sponsors the 35th Australasian Conference on Information Systems in Canberra, focusing on Digital Futures for a Sustainable Society.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Global report reveals mixed attitudes towards AI in healthcare
EduTech

Global report reveals mixed attitudes towards AI in healthcare

A new Elsevier report reveals US, China, and India show varied attitudes towards AI in research and healthcare, with China leading in optimism and use.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest

Ransomware attacks surged by 20% in July, targeting critical sectors like industry and healthcare, reports NCC Group, with North America facing 220 incidents.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks
Mobile Device Management

Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks

Verizon's 2024 Mobile Security Index highlights a surge in mobile device risks with 85% reporting increased threats; critical infrastructure and IoT devices are most vulnerable.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Developer trust in AI tools declines despite increased usage
Unified Communications

Developer trust in AI tools declines despite increased usage

Developer trust in AI tools is waning despite increased usage, with only 43% trusting their accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
DeepL reveals next-gen language model for superior translations
Data Privacy

DeepL reveals next-gen language model for superior translations

DeepL unveils an advanced language model for superior translations and editing, setting new industry standards and offering businesses unmatched efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Expert warns 'global race' towards AI supremacy must stop now
Artificial Intelligence

Expert warns 'global race' towards AI supremacy must stop now

AI safety expert Justin Olive is urging immediate action to address the rising challenges in AI safety, highlighting the need for strong regulatory frameworks.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
UN releases global principles to tackle misinformation online
Marketing Technologies

UN releases global principles to tackle misinformation online

The UN's new Global Principles for Information Integrity aim to curb online misinformation and hate speech, facing critique for not addressing deepfakes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
AI advances spark both optimism & apprehension worldwide
Marketing Technologies

AI advances spark both optimism & apprehension worldwide

Advances in AI spark both optimism and worry, with experts debating its impact on marketing, democracy, and human existence.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Australians sceptical about digital content reliability says study
Marketing Technologies

Australians sceptical about digital content reliability says study

Adobe's latest study reveals 77% of ANZ consumers struggle to verify online content's trustworthiness, impacting media consumption and election integrity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Google launches AI Overviews to boost search efficiency
DevOps

Google launches AI Overviews to boost search efficiency

Google launches AI Overviews for its US search feature, promising enhanced user satisfaction but facing early issues with erroneous summaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
CEOs cautious about AI but focused on growth in 2024: Gartner survey
Digital Transformation

CEOs cautious about AI but focused on growth in 2024: Gartner survey

In 2024, 62% of CEOs are prioritising growth, the highest since 2014, signalling strong business confidence in recovery. AI tops the agenda post-Digital Transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Trend Micro to strengthen cybersecurity for AI PCs by 2027
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Trend Micro to strengthen cybersecurity for AI PCs by 2027

Trend Micro unveils a strategic plan to safeguard consumers as AI PCs, projected to dominate 60% of PC shipments by 2027, reshape cybersecurity threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Firms face rising threat of misinformation to reputation
Artificial Intelligence

Firms face rising threat of misinformation to reputation

A new study by Fire on the Hill and Mercury Analytics reveals that 60% of companies have suffered adverse effects from misinformation, calling for urgent action to protect corporate reputations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
TikTok to join content authenticity initiative in fight against deepfakes
EduTech

TikTok to join content authenticity initiative in fight against deepfakes

TikTok pioneers digital transparency by joining the Content Authenticity Initiative and Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
AI study reveals knowledge gaps in global organisations
Generative AI

AI study reveals knowledge gaps in global organisations

Global poll by ISACA reveals 85% of digital trust professionals believe their AI skills need boosting and 40% of organisations lack AI training.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Misinformation stories

UK SMBs suffer £93,000 losses annually from misinformation
Google

UK SMBs suffer £93,000 losses annually from misinformation

Small and medium-sized UK businesses are losing around £93,000 annually due to misinformation, fake reviews, and inadequate search tools.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Artificial Intelligence

Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation

AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024