What went wrong with the NBN
The National Broadband Network Company was to be the Labor government’s crowning achievement in the vein of the Snowy River Dam Project.
Widely used computer security formula risky: RSA
In the latest fallout from Edward Snowden's disclosures, a US computer security company says thousands of customers should stop using software that relies on a mathematical formula developed by the NSA.
BlackBerry flags huge loss, to slash jobs
BlackBerry warned on that it expects to report a huge second-quarter operating loss next week and that it plans to cut 4500 workers, or more than a third of its workforce.
Coalition mulls NBN Co split to speed construction
The Coalition Government is considering a plan to split the company building its $20.5 billion national broadband network in half to speed up construction.
Apple expects to sell 6 million new iPhones in first weekend
Updated | Apple is expected to sell up to 6 million iPhone 5c and 5s smartphones in the first weekend on sale, but those hoping to get their hands on the much-touted gold and silver 5s versions are likely to be disappointed.
Telstra will stay as Australia’s mobile king: Optus
Telstra will use its market power and billions of dollars from NBN Co to remain Australia’s dominant mobile service provider beyond 2019, according rival SingTel-Optus.
Why taxi cab drivers cannot put down their smartphones
The revolution in the 400-year-old taxi industry – from standing on the pavement to hail a cab to summoning it by smartphone – is here.
Twitter in talks to add banks to IPO
Twitter is in talks to add additional banks to its underwriting syndicate for its upcoming initial public offering and in the process of finalising the fee structure, according to three people familiar with the matter.
Nokia's Elop in line for $25m after Microsoft deal
Former Nokia boss Stephen Elop stands to receive around €18.8 million in "termination payments" if the company's shareholders agree to sell its handset business to Microsoft, Nokia said.
Perfect little killing machine
From activists organising pro-democracy protests on Twitter to farmers checking crop prices on their Nokias, the positive impact that mobile phones have had in the developing world has received plenty of press. But it turns out there’s a dark side to wireless connectivity: it can kill you.
What Microsoft needs to do next
Why would anyone bother owning Microsoft? At the company’s analyst meeting today, its leaders should keep the question in mind.
iPhone 5s: Is It Hacked Yet?
The “Touch ID” security system, that lets you unlock your iPhone 5s by simply touching your finger to a fingerprint scanner, is already the subject of a hacking bounty.
BlackBerry’s Z30 previewed
Is this the way forward for BlackBerry? Unashamedly luxurious phones for the discerning elite? Maybe not, but the new Z30 sure looks pretty.
Whatever the Xperia Z Ultra is, it’s good
Sony’s new phablet, the Xperia Z Ultra, is an excellent device, whichever way you prefer to classify it.
Samsung reveals Note 3, Gear prices
Samsung has announced the pricing and availability of two of its most exciting products for the year, the Galaxy Note 3 and the Galaxy Gear.
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Internet
Australian election malaise hits UK retailer ASOS
The ailing state of consumer confidence that has plagued Australia has spread all the way to Britain, where online retailer ASOS has reported its Australian customers put a brake on spending in the lead up to the federal election.
Shoes of Prey has its ‘Devil Wears Prada’ moment at New York Fashion Week
The co-founder of online designer shoes retailer Shoes of Prey, Jodie Fox, says she had a real life Devil Wears Prada moment during New York Fashion Week earlier this month.
Telecommunications
iPhone 5s: Is It Hacked Yet?
The “Touch ID” security system, that lets you unlock your iPhone 5s by simply touching your finger to a fingerprint scanner, is already the subject of a hacking bounty.
Apple expects to sell 6 million new iPhones in first weekend
Updated | Apple is expected to sell up to 6 million iPhone 5c and 5s smartphones in the first weekend on sale, but those hoping to get their hands on the much-touted gold and silver 5s versions are likely to be disappointed.
Consumer electronics
BlackBerry co-founder 'in joint bid talks' with private equity
One of BlackBerry's co-founders, Mike Lazaridis, has reportedly held talks with private equity firms about making a joint bid for the struggling Canadian smartphone maker.
iPhone 5s: Is It Hacked Yet?
The “Touch ID” security system, that lets you unlock your iPhone 5s by simply touching your finger to a fingerprint scanner, is already the subject of a hacking bounty.
Science
Australian who helped people to hear wins prize
An Australian researcher is among several scientists and philanthropists, including Bill and Melinda Gates, who have won prestigious Lasker Awards.
Palmer tries to hose down split on carbon tax
Clive Palmer says Jacqui Lambie – expected to be a senator for the Palmer United Party, made a mistake when she said she would not vote to repeal the carbon tax scheme.
