Technology
‘Difficult period’ ahead as kids banned from socials
10 December
Adjusting to life without social media will be challenging for millions of young Australians, the prime minister has warned, as world-first laws barring children from apps like Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok take effect. All Australians aged under...[Read More]
AI will make a list but shoppers should check it twice
10 December
Christmas shopping could be a task performed by artificial intelligence bots in future, armed with a consumer’s credit card, specific instructions and permission to add goods to carts across the internet. One in three Australians is willing to put...[Read More]
Teens waiting for guidance on imminent social media ban
3 December
Teenagers are still waiting to be advised from some tech giants about what they’ll need to do when a world-leading under-16 social media ban comes into effect. Australia’s eSafety commissioner regrets some companies haven’t already put out...[Read More]
Generation AI: young Aussies likely to use chatbots
5 November
Your use of artificial intelligence technology might depend on your age, with research showing younger Australians are turning to chatbots in higher numbers than their parents and grandparents. Students, professionals and people who speak a language...[Read More]
Smart Homes: 3 advantages of having one
5 November
While smart home technology has been around since the 1990s, people are just beginning to appreciate having it. The devices in a smart home are interconnected and accessible from a single hub, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop or gaming console....[Read More]
What we know so far about the looming social media ban
22 October
Parents, teenagers and educators have the next two months to prepare for the upcoming social media ban. Here’s what we know so far: * Australia’s world-leading under-16s social media ban comes into force on December 10 * Approximately 1.5...[Read More]
Young Aussie workers fear AI but use it to get ahead
15 October
Almost three in four young Australian workers, particularly those employed in the finance sector, worry artificial intelligence technology will shrink their job prospects, a study has revealed. But most working members of Generation Z are not...[Read More]
The universe’s biggest mystery comes to rural Australia
30 July
From the coast to the mountains and the outback, every Australian child is made up of the same stuff as the stars and planets. So physicists and quantum computing experts are hitting the road to ensure rural and remote kids have the same...[Read More]
How to make your phone work smarter using AI features
18 June
Artificial intelligence is becoming a must-have feature in modern smartphones but what the technology does differs from brand to brand. Apple announced several upcoming AI software features at its Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino this...[Read More]
Scammers cheat Aussies out of millions in four months
4 June
Australians have lost at least $119 million to scams in the first four months of 2025, as phishing cons almost tripled in value. The consumer watchdog’s National Anti-Scam Centre is calling on businesses to join forces to share data to combat...[Read More]
Gen Z feels trapped between the pros and cons of gen AI
4 June
Nine in 10 young Australians are using artificial intelligence tools in their everyday life, a study has found, but few are using the software to “cheat” at school and many are changing their career paths to avoid its impact. A gender gap is...[Read More]
Protect your small business: strategies for protecting yourself against scams
22 May
Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant. The federal government’s Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]
AI in every room: why home appliances are getting smart
7 May
Lights flick on as you enter the hall, the air-conditioner has pre-chilled the lounge, the robot vacuum has cleaned up, and the fridge sends you a message to let you know your cheese is nearing its expiry date. The artificially intelligent fridge...[Read More]
Digital literacy in retirement: embracing tech in the golden years
24 April
In today’s fast-paced world, digital literacy has become a vital skill for people of all ages—including retirees. Far from being just “young people’s territory,” technology now plays a significant role in helping older adults stay...[Read More]
Devastating cost of fraudsters, scammers revealed
9 April
Sylvia Chou clicked a link on Facebook and three months later, she had lost $2.6 million to scammers. The advertisement for a currency trading platform was a sophisticated scam that wiped out her savings, and led to her borrowing money and...[Read More]