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Museum faces fine after child burnt by plasma globe

Museum faces fine after child burnt by plasma globe

A science museum has been charged over an incident in which a child was allegedly burned when touching a plasma globe after using hand sanitiser.

Aussie firms urged to deploy AI but limit its emissions

Aussie firms urged to deploy AI but limit its emissions

Aussie firms urged to deploy AI but limit its emissions

Aussie firms urged to deploy AI but limit its emissions

Artificial intelligence technology is being blamed for rising greenhouse gas emissions but a report has identified ways to reduce its environmental impact.

No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G

No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G

No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G

No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G

Farming families fear losing their access to health and education, as Telstra acknowledges some may lose connectivity in 3G closure.

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'Digital divide' as many miss out on budget-busting AI

'Digital divide' as many miss out on budget-busting AI

Being able to use energy at the right time and without waste is one of the emissions and budget-busting side benefits of artificial intelligence.

Why future cars will be like 'smartphones on wheels'

Why future cars will be like 'smartphones on wheels'

Buyers might not choose their next car for its shape, power or brand, auto experts say, but based on what its software can do.

Telcos to proceed with 3G closure despite inquiry fears

Telcos to proceed with 3G closure despite inquiry fears

Threats to safety from the 3G mobile network shutdown are "too great to ignore", an inquiry warns, but Telstra and Optus are pressing ahead with their plans.

Australia's Antarctic research needs '100-year plan'

Australia's Antarctic research needs '100-year plan'

An inquiry into the importance of Antarctica to Australia's interests has been told of the need for longer-term funding and issues around competing interests.

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Methane menace must be tackled and farmers rewarded

Methane menace must be tackled and farmers rewarded

Methane menace must be tackled and farmers rewarded

Methane menace must be tackled and farmers rewarded

Large scale livestock trials should test the efficacy of feed supplements in tackling methane,says a new report as the greenhouse gas hits new levels.

Agreement clears the way for SpaceX Aussie blast off

Agreement clears the way for SpaceX Aussie blast off

Agreement clears the way for SpaceX Aussie blast off

Agreement clears the way for SpaceX Aussie blast off

Australia will allow US companies to launch and retrieve rockets under a new agreement and reports indicate SpaceX could be among the first to test it.

Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure

Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure

Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure

Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure

Critical devices from insulin pumps and pacemakers to security cameras and EFTPOS machines could be affected by the 3G shutdown, an inquiry has been told.

AI curiosity soars, but not everyone's comfortable

AI curiosity soars, but not everyone's comfortable

AI curiosity soars, but not everyone's comfortable

AI curiosity soars, but not everyone's comfortable

More Australians are turning to artificial intelligence technology to learn new skills, a Google report shows, but others want to identify when it's being used.

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

A senior government minister is warning it could be up to two weeks before Australia's systems return to normal after the hugely disruptive CrowdStrike outage.

Thousands of phone users not ready to hang up on 3G

Thousands of phone users not ready to hang up on 3G

Thousands of phone users not ready to hang up on 3G

Thousands of phone users not ready to hang up on 3G

More than 100,000 mobile phones won't connect to triple-zero after the 3G network shuts down, as telcos ramp up their efforts to contact affected customers.

Human impacts could lead to increase in 'reef pest'

Human impacts could lead to increase in 'reef pest'

Human impacts could lead to increase in 'reef pest'

Human impacts could lead to increase in 'reef pest'

Blue-green algae, which can bloom over thousands of kilometres of the ocean, has been identified as the surprising food source of an invasive species.

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Doctors call for AI rules to prevent medical mistakes

Doctors and nurses are using AI tools in patient settings daily, an inquiry has heard, even though the technology falls outside regulations.

Calls for law as AI rogues plunder Australian creatives

One actor's voice was cloned after producers cancelled his contract while another's was used in a pornographic ad without her consent, an AI inquiry has heard.

Sawfish secrets could help save the threatened species

Researchers have discovered critical breeding knowledge about one of the world’s most threatened marine animals which could save the rare fish from extinction.

'Significant' funding floats green hydrogen export hub

Australian-made green hydrogen could power fuel-cell vehicles across Asia within 10 years as a proposed floating export hub attracts major funding.

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Will you trust the AI inside your next smartphone?

Samsung, Google and Apple will put generative AI features in their smartphones this year but experts say consumers need education and laws to protect them.

Tech firms want to put a smart ring on your finger

A smart ring could track Your workouts and sleep in the future, but experts warn the technology may not replace smartwatches for everyone.

Black hole discovered 20,000 times bigger than sun

After two decades trying to find a certain type of black hole, scientists have spotted one about 18,000 light years from our solar system.

Why your next smartphone will be powered by AI tools

With all major brands betting big on AI features, experts say your next phone will have advanced software whether you’re looking for it or not.

Telcos urge 205,000 Aussies to upgrade before 3G shuts

There are 205,000 mobile phones that won't connect to triple-zero after the 3G network closes, as telcos urge customers to check their devices and upgrade.

Small folding smartphone could attract galaxy of users

Samsung has revealed its sixth generation of folding smartphones but experts say it is the company’s smallest device that could challenge its biggest rival.

Dingoes share pure genes with 3000-year-old ancestors

New research has revealed dingoes have kept their paws to themselves by not breeding with domestic dogs for thousands of years.

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