Summary: Currently, Microsoft Visio Professional 2021 for Windows is available for just $19.97 (regularly $249) until September 1st. This professional diagramming tool is designed to help you visualize complex data and structures as your business grows. As your organization expands, the intricacies of processes and structures can increase. Often, the most effective way to understand […]
Australia has agreed to invest nearly AUD $1 billion in U.S.-based quantum start-up PsiQuantum with the goal of owning the first commercial-scale quantum computer. The technology is expected to be operational by 2027. The Australian government stated in a press release that this investment will create hundreds of high-skilled jobs and drive economic benefits for […]
Research by Code First Girls and Tech Talent Charter shows that job automation is 40% more likely to impact women than men. The report, «Building tomorrow’s workforce: Inclusive skills development in the age of AI,» highlights the potential bias in artificial intelligence (AI) development due to the majority of software engineers being men. To address […]
A recent report from cybersecurity firm Netskope has uncovered attack campaigns exploiting Microsoft Sway and CloudFlare Turnstile, as well as the use of QR codes to deceive users into providing their Microsoft Office login credentials to phishing sites. These campaigns have primarily targeted victims in Asia and North America in industries such as technology, manufacturing, […]
Nick Woods, CIO for Manchester Airports Group (MAG), is focused on implementing data-led technologies to give his business a competitive advantage in operational activities and customer experiences. MAG aims to become the world’s most intelligent airports by investing heavily in data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The group, which operates major UK airports, is working […]
OpenAI, Microsoft, and Adobe are backing the AB-3211 bill in California, which requires tech companies to label AI-generated content. The legislation mandates watermarks on photos, videos, and audio recordings altered by generative AI systems. Social media platforms must provide clear labels for user-uploaded content. OpenAI, Microsoft, and Adobe expressed support in letters to Assembly member […]
Denmark’s Chamber of Commerce, Dansk Erhverv, is leading a national consortium of public and private organizations to introduce a Danish language version of ChatGPT. The Danish Language Model Consortium (DLMC) will offer a responsible AI model that will be free for «principled» individuals and organizations in Denmark. Led by Dansk Erhverv, IBM Denmark, and the […]
Summary: For just $39 (originally $1,200), this personal and professional development bundle can benefit freelancers, aspiring managers, and 9-5 professionals. It offers courses on soft skills, leadership, and productivity to enhance your career. Develop essential skills for workplace success and personal growth, including effective communication and leadership techniques. Learn how to start a freelance business […]
NordVPN and CyberGhost are two popular VPN options, each with their own strengths and features. While NordVPN offers reliable speeds, a refined user experience, and useful extra features, CyberGhost is known for its large server fleet, intuitive application, and optimized server offerings. In this article, we will compare these two VPN providers to help you […]
In July 2024, the Australian government committed AUD $2 billion (US $1.3 billion) to a partnership with the Australian Signals Directorate and AWS to establish a secure «Top Secret Cloud» for government use. This sovereign cloud initiative will provide a secure environment for defense and intelligence agencies to store and analyze classified data, as well […]
Agile project management is a popular and flexible approach that prioritizes short work sprints and gathering feedback. While there are many specific methodologies that fall under the umbrella of agile project management, this guide breaks down the pros and cons, how to implement agile, and the five phases of agile project development. Agile is an […]
New research conducted by cybersecurity company ESET has uncovered a new cyberattack campaign targeting Android users. The attack utilizes a complex social engineering scheme and new Android malware to steal users’ near field communication data, allowing the cybercriminals to withdraw cash from NFC-enabled ATMs. Initially, the threat actor used progressive web app technology to trick […]
The Post Office has issued another apology to subpostmasters after it was discovered that a text message meant to alert branch managers of an issue with the Horizon IT system was never sent. On 20 August, about 3,000 Post Office branch counters were unable to do business due to a disconnect between branch systems and […]
Australia is focused on enhancing its energy efficiency through various initiatives, including a $100 million investment by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency to expand solar energy capabilities. However, the nation also faces the challenge of integrating robust IT and software foundations into the operational technology (OT) environments that run energy grids. Without this integration, Australia […]
Recent research conducted by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, revealed an 8% year-on-year increase in the number of women studying computer science degrees in the UK. According to data from UCAS, out of the 15,530 UK-based students accepted to study computer science this year, 2,940 were women. Julia Adamson, managing director for education and […]