Industry News
WA appoints new Information Commissioner
The Western Australian Government has selected former Acting Information Commissioner Catherine Fletcher to take on the role for a five-year term. [ + ]
US mayors call for data protection at the edge
The US Council of Mayors has passed a resolution urging the US federal government to encourage the use of fault-tolerant solutions to reduce downtime. [ + ]
New digital policies help SMEs sell to government
New digital sourcing policies taking effect this month will make it easier for businesses of all sizes to sell digital services to government. [ + ]
US state CIOs endorse cybersecurity Act
The US National Association of State CIOs has endorsed a proposed Bill that would provide additional resources for state governments' cybersecurity efforts. [ + ]
US mayors agree not to pay ransomware
The organisation representing the mayors of all US cities with populations of over 30,000 has passed a resolution not to pay ransomware. [ + ]
Smart cities stakeholder survey
Feedback is being sought from all those who have an interest in smart technology and cities across Australia. [ + ]
Australian Government Digital Awards 2019
Nominations will soon open for the Australian Government Digital Awards, which aim to recognise excellence in government digital products, services and people. [ + ]
Digital Summit 2019 registrations open
The DTA's Digital Summit 2019 will be held on 3 October in Canberra, with early-bird registration discounts now available. [ + ]
UK ICO investigating police use of face recognition
The UK Information Commissioner's Office has deep concerns about the rollout of live face recognition technology by the nation's police forces. [ + ]
Newcastle's driverless shuttle about to start trial
Newcastle is one step closer to a brave new world of automated transport with the unveiling of the city's new driverless shuttle bus. [ + ]
Cyber company awarded $2.2 million contract to help Army
A Canberra-based cyber technology and solutions company has won two contracts to improve the Australian Army's cyber capabilities. [ + ]
Yarra Ranges Council embraces SaaS
Victoria's Yarra Ranges Council has contracted TechnologyOne to provide its OneCouncil integrated SaaS suite as part of a new five-year agreement. [ + ]
Australia signs on to APT ministerial statement
Delegates from the Department of Communications have signed a new ministerial statement at the Asia Pacific Telecommunity ICT Ministerial Meeting. [ + ]
Queensland establishes fibre company
The Queensland Government has announced the establishment of FibreCo Queensland as part of efforts to improve regional broadband connectivity. [ + ]
Digitising services could save citizens a day per year
Australians are spending up to 14 hours a year standing in line, mailing forms or waiting on hold to access government services, a new study has shown. [ + ]
