NewsBite

Cathy Foley

May 2024

CSIRAC: Australia had one of three classical digital computers in the world in the 1960s but missed the opportunity to become a leader in computer development.

Quantum leap to secure first-mover advantage for Australia

The government’s chief scientific adviser says the investment in PsiQuantum may be high risk, but it’s also high reward.

August 2022

Innovation policy settings since the mid-1990s are the reason Australia is now a source of quantum talent and innovation, and a destination for multinationals.

Jobs summit can be catalyst for quantum shift on science and research

Without a change in mindset around investment in scientific discovery Australia will struggle to create critical technology industries and workforces.

Original URL: https://www.afr.com/by/cathy-foley-p536eg