Apple relying on bloodless combat to beat Netflix
Apple’s masterplan to defeat Netflix looks good in headline type, but in examining what they’re actually offering – I’m not so sure.
The EU will not ban memes – they’ll let the tech companies do it
With the EU voting in stricter laws regarding the spread of copyrighted material, many are calling it a ban on memes. While they’ve claimed that memes are exempt, some glaring gaps exist.
Kaspersky’s Margrith Appleby: The ease of doing business
The face of business is certainly changing, and Kaspersky’s Margrith Appleby is representative of the integrity and drive that is pushing tech into new areas.
Blaming social media for Christchurch is clickbait logic
While social media is being pilloried for not limiting the spread of the Christchurch massacre video, I believe that blaming these platforms is an exercise in folly.
A nod to all the types of Instagram people we lost today
We’re eight hours into the death of Instagram, but in case you’re missing it, these are the extremely important people that you won’t hear from today.
Millennials can’t handle apocalypse, call police on Facebook
We millennials have longed for an opportunity to prove how well we’d handle the apocalypse. Today, we failed.
Queensland lawmakers are refusing us access to our data
In Queensland, lawmakers are refusing citizens the right to access the personal data they hold on. This should bristle, considering the number of police officers misusing their databases.
What do ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and Kaspersky Lab Global Transparency Initiative have in common?
They might seem worlds apart, but the drive and mindset between Queen’s greatest single and the development of Kaspersky Lab’s new technology are one and the same.
Google is the confession booth of the modern age
One academic believes that Google is the most valuable data set on our modern psyche. While we say one thing, our Google history says another.
Study: Australians ok with government monitoring them
According to one recent study, the average Australian has no problem with the government increasing their surveillance powers over them. But, consider the findings with a heavy asterisk.
Our military wants us to tighten control of the Internet
Australia’s foremost military mind wants our government to increase control of the internet for our protection. But should we?
People who love robots are “digisexuals” – this is why we should fear them
Those who openly love robots are called ‘digisexuals’, but it is their rise that is interesting as it was predictable. Also, questionable.
Netflix rolls out extreme solution to hunt down cheapskates
Well, it seems the good times are out, as an AI will now hunt down those who use their pal’s streaming accounts for free. Bummer.
Meet a Founder: Angelo Giuffrida of VentraIP
VentraIP is a success story in the unpredictable world of tech startups. We sat down with founder Angelo Giuffrida to find out what makes them tick.
The internet has emboldened the nerd for good (and ill)
They might seem harmless, but the dorky inhabitants of the internet have the political and financial clout to operate the means to justify their ends.
China lands probe on Moon, internet shoots it down
According to its state-run media, China has managed to land a probe on the dark side of the Moon. The internet was quick to pile on.
Burnout, backlash and anti-fandom: The short life of a pro gamer
With the pro-gaming industry set to be worth $1.5B by 2020, many are noting the extremely short (and often miserable) careers of those who compete.
Practifi: How financial advisors should be utilising technology to add value
It’s an age-old problem: How can your company meet the growing expectations of your customer base? Practifi has the answer.
Europeans have the right to take themselves off Google, but we don’t
In Europe, citizens have the right to remove themselves from Google. In Australia, our lawmakers don’t respect our privacy all that much.
This chart explains how the UK can kill off Brexit scot-free (or sink their parliament)
Last night, the European Court of Justice allowed the UK to kill off Brexit without penalty. Disappointingly, Theresa May’s titanic deck chair shuffling may see that deal expire.
The AA bill allows the government to access our encrypted data, but what are the risks?
The questionable AA bill passed with bi-partisan support, but with the government now able to access our encrypted data, should we feel safer – or more at risk?