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Farmers dig in on renewables as transition accelerates

Farmers dig in on renewables as transition accelerates

The push is on for Australian farmers to play their part in the transition to renewable energy but some remain apprehensive about climate targets.

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

A data-rich tool will gauge the energy efficiency and climate profile of the nation's 11 million homes, with some already risky for mortgage lenders.

Two in three Australian workers 'using AI to save time'

Two in three Australian workers 'using AI to save time'

Two in three Australian workers 'using AI to save time'

Two in three Australian workers 'using AI to save time'

Survey results showing rapid AI uptake in Australian workplaces come with a warning that the time-saving trend could be putting sensitive business data at risk.

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Virtual reality tech, batteries named in safety probe

Virtual reality tech, batteries named in safety probe

Battery-powered products and new kinds of consumer gadgets will be closely examined by Australia's consumer watchdog as a top priority.

Aussies feel social media fails to stop 'scam war'

Aussies feel social media fails to stop 'scam war'

One in five Australians believe social media giants are encouraging scams to occur on the platforms, a new survey reveals.

Considering how to 'force' Meta to pay for news

Considering how to 'force' Meta to pay for news

Laws that would force Facebook to show and pay for Australian news, as well as tax changes, are being considered by the government, an inquiry has revealed.

Google and CSIRO team up to solve solar surplus problem

Google and CSIRO team up to solve solar surplus problem

Using more renewable energy could require faster and more reliable technology, according to Google's research arm is working with the CSIRO to create it.

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Publisher warns of Meta 'blackmail' on news media code

Publisher warns of Meta 'blackmail' on news media code

Publisher warns of Meta 'blackmail' on news media code

Publisher warns of Meta 'blackmail' on news media code

Major news outlets accuse Facebook's parent company of daring the government to take action against it, and warn newspapers could close if it fails to act.

Any port in a storm as new home pitched for icebreaker

Any port in a storm as new home pitched for icebreaker

Any port in a storm as new home pitched for icebreaker

Any port in a storm as new home pitched for icebreaker

A state government has used a funding fight between the federal government and Tasmania to pitch itself as the new home for the nation's Antarctic icebreaker.

Self-driving cars are safer, just not at dawn or dusk

Self-driving cars are safer, just not at dawn or dusk

Self-driving cars are safer, just not at dawn or dusk

Self-driving cars are safer, just not at dawn or dusk

Autonomous vehicles cause fewer accidents than cars driven by humans, an analysis shows, but they are more likely to crash in some conditions.

Female AI workforce grows but few women climbing ladder

Female AI workforce grows but few women climbing ladder

Female AI workforce grows but few women climbing ladder

Female AI workforce grows but few women climbing ladder

Artificial intelligence is growing its female workforce but the number of women thins higher up the ladder, prompting calls for more equitable training.

Lies, bad ads, no rules - social media under scrutiny

Lies, bad ads, no rules - social media under scrutiny

Lies, bad ads, no rules - social media under scrutiny

Lies, bad ads, no rules - social media under scrutiny

Academics at six universities are teaming up to create a national body to investigate online misinformation, social media risks and missing regulations.

Saving your brains for the good stuff, not 'grunt work'

Saving your brains for the good stuff, not 'grunt work'

Saving your brains for the good stuff, not 'grunt work'

Saving your brains for the good stuff, not 'grunt work'

Artificial intelligence tools can take the "grunt work" out of safeguarding vital systems against weakness and loss, according to energy companies and banks.

Why Estebana abandoned science to become a blacksmith

Why Estebana abandoned science to become a blacksmith

Why Estebana abandoned science to become a blacksmith

Why Estebana abandoned science to become a blacksmith

"Estebana" abandoned his career to become a blacksmith. Years later, artist studios have dropped off around him, making him fear for the "soul" of his city.

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Ice cores point to grim picture of future bushfire risk

Data elicited from Antarctic ice cores point to future bushfire conditions being worse than the deadly Black Summer blazes.

Wharf spat threatens future of icebreaker's home

The federal government has concerns about "stalled negotiations" and the cost of critical wharf upgrades at the home of the nation's Antarctic icebreaker.

Many meetings could be emails: survey finds work waste

Many work meetings are wasting workers' time, according to a global study by Atlassian, and companies are too slow to use AI tools despite their benefits.

Four popular training courses facing critical AI risk

An analysis of vocational training has identified four courses at high risk from artificial intelligence technology even though they are in high demand.

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Why all smartphones are adding artificial intelligence

Apple has revealed plans to put ChatGPT in iPhones and, with Google and Samsung embracing AI tools, experts say they will soon be ubiquitous.

Australian workers lead AI race but do not trust it

More office workers are testing artificial intelligence technology in Australia than in many other nations, a survey has found, but most do not trust it.

Kids under 16 shouldn't be on social media: Coalition

Children under 16 should be banned from social media and an enforceable system of age verification is needed, the opposition communications spokesman says.

Voters want a ban on AI election ads to stop deepfakes

Most Australians worry artificial intelligence technology will be used to mislead voters and would like to see it banned from political ads.

Tiger shark shocks scientists with echidna meal reveal

A tiger shark has shocked scientists tagging marine life off Queensland's coast by regurgitating a whole echidna in what has been described as a "world first".

Wanted: funds to pollinate climate, nature start-ups

Investors are being tapped for funding for early-stage companies tackling the climate crisis, the energy transition, new foods and cleaner industry.

Actors, writers, voice artists call for urgent AI laws

Almost three in four workers in Australia's creative industries are calling on the government to restrict the use of AI, with many fearing for their jobs.

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