The Western Australian Government has launched the Expressions of Interest (EOI) for its newly formed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Advisory Board. This initiative aims to ensure the responsible and ethical integration of AI in public sector ...
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) unveiled important guidance that outlines the privacy responsibilities of organisations under the Australian Privacy Act regarding the use of third-party tracking pixels on their websites. This initiative ...
The Queensland Audit Office (QAO) emphasises the crucial role of enhanced governance and data management in the transformation of public services throughout Australia. The findings reveal ongoing challenges in implementing suggestions related to workforce planning, ...
The Australian Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) has completed a comprehensive evaluation of a government-wide trial of generative AI services, specifically Microsoft 365 Copilot, within the Australian Public Service (APS). Conducted from January to June 2024, ...
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is creating new governance challenges for Australia’s public sector. In its recent report, Beware the Gap: Governance Arrangements in the Face of AI Innovation, ASIC highlights the risk ...
Artificial intelligence (AI) enhances early bushfire detection, significantly improving community safety initiatives across Australia. The Disaster Ready Fund funds a strategic initiative that includes the Australian and Victorian governments contributing $1.5 million each to the ...
The Victorian government launched the Digital Engineering Framework (DEF) to revolutionise healthcare infrastructure by strategically leveraging digital technologies. Use building information modeling (BIM) and additional software to optimise workflows, foster collaboration, and elevate project results. ...
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC), in collaboration with the U.S. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have released new protocols to enhance the reliability of system ...
A new study by Monash University learning analytics researchers outlines essential considerations for developing generative AI (GenAI) educational tools. These guidelines aim to ensure that GenAI tools support rather than replace human learning. Published in ...
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has expressed urgent concerns about the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) by financial service and credit licensees, highlighting the necessity for strong governance frameworks to mitigate emerging risks. ...
Transport Certification Australia (TCA), a key authority within Austroads, is significantly expanding its telematics data capabilities. This initiative reflects TCA’s dedication to enhancing data management and improving road safety and efficiency in Australia’s public sector. ...
The Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) has launched a pilot programme to create an AI assurance framework aimed at ensuring ethical and responsible AI use across Australian government agencies. Starting in September 2024, this initiative is ...
