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NSW data ‘at risk of serious breach’
After a massive hacker attack on NSW residents’ personal information, a union has called for “cyber cops” to protect data still at risk.
Internet ban on accused cyber-crime duo
A couple accused of committing large-scale fraud by stealing the identities of more than 7000 people, then opening fake bank accounts in their names, have failed in a bid to access the internet while on bail.
Musk’s space internet plan to be tested
One of the tech billionaire’s many plans is to deliver internet from space, and it looks like it’s coming to fruition.
Tech ‘monopolies’ are like ‘oil barons’
A scathing report from the US Congress alleges tech firms have created one set of rules for themselves and another for the rest of us.
Dodgy ticket reseller fined $7 million
A ticket reseller that used deceptive Google ads to trick concertgoers into thinking it was the official seller has been fined millions.
Google offers new feature for news content
The company, which has threatened to change its products in Australia to avoid paying news publishers for content, has made a new move.
What drove 1500 per cent complaint surge
People have had a lot of be unhappy about so far this year – but when it comes to call centres, one thing led to a surge in customer complaints.
Why 5G has an edge over the NBN
Telstra is going head-to-head with the NBN with the launch of a 5G wireless internet product. But which product is best for you?
Microsoft suffers major outage
Microsoft is experiencing a major global outage with thousands of frustrated Aussies unable to access programs, including those working from home.
JobMaker digital plan unveiled
Funding to accelerate 5G, and more support for small to medium enterprises to expand their digital profiles are part of the JobMaker Digital Business Plan.
Why you can’t get any work done today
Companies around the world rely on the Office 365 software, but Microsoft is now racing to undo a recent change that has taken its services out.
Google to stop giving payouts to sex pests
Google is upping its game when it comes to dealing with sexual misconduct among its executives after settling a lawsuit.
Google outages across the world
Many people rely on Google’s services to organise their lives as well as run their business, but they’re having trouble this morning.
Daily habit that infuriated neighbours
A crack squad of telco detectives finally solved an 18-month mystery, finding the bizarre reason why the internet went out every day at 7am.
Big issue with ‘ultra fast’ internet promise
Australians were promised super-fast internet for anyone who wants it today. Sounds good, right? Turns out it could create an unintended problem.
‘Ultra fast’ upgrade to NBN on the way
The coronavirus pandemic has seen Australians rely on the NBN more than ever. Now a $3.5 billion upgrade is set to bring users ever faster speeds.
Aussies’ internet use skyrockets
Australians have set a record for internet usage after the country was forced into lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic.
Where faster internet will cost you
NBN Co has announced that some customers on the worst version of its fixed line network will get better options over the next few years, but it doesn’t know where those customers live yet.
‘Mega backflip’: Kevin Rudd erupts
It was the NBN plan that the Coalition fought against for years. Now it has finally changed its mind, but it’s going to cost billions more.
Huawei 5G ban a ‘slap in the face’
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull has defended his decision to ban Huawei from Australia’s 5G rollout. But the Chinese tech giant is still offended.
How NBN ‘speed test’ could cost thousands
Aussies are being swindled out of thousands by cybercriminals posing as the NBN and asking customers to do a “speed test” on their connection.
‘Unusual’ space event that took down NBN
An “unusual” radiation event in space meant tens of thousands of Australians lost access to the internet last week. Here’s what happened.
Why 20,000 moved to worse NBN
The company in charge of the NBN is celebrating a connection milestone as it’s accused of “dumping” thousands of customers.
NBN’s ‘waste of money and time’
The company in charge of building the national broadband network has bought enough of it to wrap all the way around the world.
Why you won’t get faster internet
The firm in charge of the National Broadband Network has released plans offering insanely fast internet speeds, but there’s one thing you need to check.
Pandemic change we actually liked
Restrictions have begun being eased around Australia as cases fall, but there’s one part of our pandemic reality people aren’t keen to see go.
NBN demand surges in pandemic
The national broadband network has released figures showing the huge surge in traffic as more people work and stay at home.
NBN announces $150m assistance
NBN will soon give $150 million to telcos to help them support struggling customers, including low-income families who can’t access the increasingly vital utility at home.
How to fix your home internet
With a huge surge in people working from home we all want the best internet we can get. Here’s a few things you can do to stay connected.
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