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Telstra 5G goes live with Ericsson cloud RAN infrastructure Seven of Telstra's 5G sites are now running on Ericsson's cloud RAN infrastructure. Tasmanian Government, Telstra, and Motorola inaugurate $763m Tasmanian Government Radio Network
6th July 2023
Vodafone launches prepaid 4G compatible devices as 3G shutdown nears by end of the year As 3G shutdown looms at the end of 2023, telecommunications provider Vodafone has launched a range of prepaid 4G compatible devices starting at $49. Genetec’s SIP-based Sipelia management system integrates within Genetec app
5th July 2023
ACMA warns public to be on alert for ‘financial year tax scams’ The Australian Communications and Media Authority warns the public to be vigilant against fraud as the end of the financial year signals tax time—a busy period for scammers. Former executive returns to Macquarie
4th July 2023
Telstra to sell Starlink’s internet services to reach rural Australia Telecommunications provider Telstra has signed an agreement with Elon Musk’s satellite internet company Starlink to provide voice-only and voice plus broadband to rural and remote Telstra customers in Australia. Microsoft incorporates local indigenous culture to build new data centre in Western Sydney
3rd July 2023
Broadband speeds generally stable, fixed wireless improved: ACCC Broadband retailers continue to deliver close to plan speeds, according to the ACCC. Australian Gen Zs have the worst VPN habits: survey
30th June 2023
BlackBerry QNX estimated to be embedded in over 235 million vehicles: firm Tech analysis and market research firm TechInsights has estimated that BlackBerry QNX software is now embedded in over 235 million vehicles worldwide—a year-over-year increase of 20 million. BAI Communications Australia streamlines site access management on Appian platform
29th June 2023
Optus, Lendlease forge major tech tie-up and partnership Real estate group Lendlease and telco provider Optus signed a multi-year technology partnership which will cover three key elements: Lendlease will transition its existing mobile and data services to Optus; Optus will roll out its insights tool Podium Property Insights (PPI), starting with its Adelaide office; and Lendlease and Optus jointly exploring other opportunities for collaboration.
28th June 2023
Only one in 10 Gen Z Aussies would prefer to talk to their friends and family via phone call despite the consensus (98%) believing it’s important to stay connected with friends and family—with face to face and texting being their preferred way to communicate, a new insight into the complexities how Gen Zs communicate, according to research by telco provider More and CommBank. amaysim launches new mobile plans, customers to receive 5G access
27th June 2023
Tech platforms to pay millions if found guilty of disseminating ‘fake news’ Online platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google could find themselves in hot water and pay millions of fines if they fail to clear disinformation and curb fake news—a combative stance that sees the Albanese Government holding these tech giants accountable for spreading harmful content. Super Retail Group deploys Optus’ 5G FWA
26th June 2023
One-third of Australian IT leaders doubt their IT infrastructure is ready for AI: survey More than one-third of Australian IT leaders (35%) believe their existing IT infrastructure is not fully prepared for the demands of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, despite its widespread adoption across industries, according to the Equinix 2023 Global Tech Trends Survey. 5G mobile subscriptions to top 1.5 billion in 2023: report
23rd June 2023