Earlier social media use linked to higher anxiety and depression in Australian adolescents
Research suggests parents, schools and the age children first use social media may play a key role in shaping adolescent mental health. The age at
Robots in aged care raise questions over privacy and human connection
Legged robots are moving beyond science fiction, with humanoid and quadrupedal machines increasingly being used for deliveries and dangerous missions. With a massive surge in
Australia to strengthen radio and TV access as viewing habits shift online
The Albanese Government is improving access to local TV and radio while supporting the long-term sustainability of Australia’s broadcasting sector. The Government is developing legislation
Australia’s wealthiest households are starting fewer businesses, new data shows
New data from the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) shows Australia’s entrepreneurial base is shrinking, with the sharpest decline among households best placed
UNSW research speeds up open-source public transport journey planning
A coding improvement by a UNSW PhD candidate is being integrated into one of the world’s most widely used open-source public transport journey planners. When
Digital parenting begins early as families navigate new online safety challenges
eSafety research shows parents and carers are helping children develop safe digital habits before they get their first smartphone or social media account. Parents and
AI deepfakes drive surge in fraudulent identity checks, research finds
LexisNexis Risk Solutions warns that AI-generated deepfakes are exposing organisations to greater risks if identity and customer onboarding checks fail to keep pace. The global
Only 34% of enterprises trust AI agents despite widespread adoption
New Boomi research finds enterprise AI agent adoption is accelerating, but trust in these technologies has yet to keep pace with ambition. The Forrester survey
Petra Andrén on how Horizon Europe can help Australia scale deep tech
Australia’s association with Horizon Europe is expected to open new opportunities for researchers, universities and deep-tech companies, strengthening international collaboration while expanding pathways for commercialisation
Privacy Commissioner rules tracking pixels breached patient privacy
Australia’s Privacy Commissioner has ruled that two health providers breached privacy laws after using website tracking pixels to collect sensitive health information without obtaining appropriate
Out-of-home advertising grows as brands rethink digital strategy
Australian brands are increasing investment in out-of-home advertising as concerns about digital ad effectiveness, AI-generated content, and declining consumer trust reshape media strategies. According to
$30 million investment targets regional mobile blackspots across Australia
Reliable mobile coverage is becoming an essential part of regional safety and economic activity, with the Australian government announcing a $30 million investment to improve