Promoted eBook: The force multiplier effect of converging exponential technologies In the past few years, we have seen emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning make strides in the corporate world in an effort to improve business performance, customer service and more. Exponential technology are described as technologies that double, or deliver an exponential increase, in performance or speed each year.
How cloud could power Australia’s digital currency by 2025 August 23, 2022 By Peter Gearin 2022 Cloud Technology Special Report Exploring a digital currency is just one of many ways government is moving closer to embracing cloud-based technology solutions.
Premium Insights and analysis Why regulation is needed in the cryptocurrency universe March 22, 2022 By Tom Ravlic Communications & Technology Laws in the area of consumer protection are not made equal, and senator Jane Hume says there are some challenges in ensuring tech regulation is fit for purpose.
Australia-Singapore trial to simplify cross-border trade a success August 19, 2021 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology A blockchain trial initiated by Australia and Singapore has shown that trade documents can be exchanged across two digital-verification systems.
ABF and Singapore launch blockchain trial in hope of increasing trade efficiency November 26, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Communications & Technology The first system will be developed by Australian and Singaporean experts at the United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business using blockchain technology, for the purpose of inter-government document exchange.
The need for a globally-connected supply chain system is clearer than ever April 19, 2020 By Niall Murphy Economy & Industry Building an adaptive supply chain system requires all the stakeholders across the supply system to recognise we are all part of the same ecosystem and to work with technology providers and regulators to make that system of supply a truly connected one.
Promoted In our digital lives, privacy is expected but trust is earnt April 9, 2020 By Dr David Schmidtchen Digital trust underpins every digital interaction we make. It is the measure of our confidence that the information and interactions we have online are secure.
Five major central banks unite to explore launching their own digital currencies February 4, 2020 By Jason Dorrier Communications & Technology The Bank of England, Bank of Japan, European Central Bank, Bank of Canada, and Sveriges Riksbank (Sweden’s central bank) along with the Bank of International Settlements recently announced that they’ve banded together to research central bank digital currencies.
Premium Expert briefings Tech spread misinformation in 70 countries in 2019. How can we make 2020 better? January 14, 2020 By Marc Prosser Communications & Technology Technology is to blame for the spread of misinformation, and it’s making the creation of misinformation cheaper. However, while technology is a contributor to the rise of misinformation, it is also at the core of how we are fighting it, writes Marc Prosser.
Trust is hard earned but easily lost: Carefully but resolutely moving towards using digital technology to conduct elections August 19, 2019 By Warwick Gately Communications & Technology One of the greatest challenges for any election management body is the incorporation of constantly evolving information communication technology into established election practices. Trust is hard earned but easily lost. Will internet voting be transformational?
Data61 an international exemplar of public sector 'digital innovation' done right April 15, 2019 By Stephen Easton Communications & Technology Data61 is pleased as punch to be presented as a world-leading example of how a public body can contribute to national “digital innovation” through a new OECD report.
Blockchain in government: the possibilities after the hype April 12, 2019 By David Donaldson Communications & Technology Different agencies have been exploring the potential for blockchain in government. There’s potential, as long as you’re sensible about it.
Treasury review considers how to regulate the 'wild west' of blockchain start-ups February 8, 2019 By Stephen Easton Communications & Technology Do blockchain tokens have a place in a well-regulated economy as a way for start-ups to raise funds? Or are too many of these initial coin offerings turning out to be scams?
Protecting the ‘right to be forgotten’ in the age of blockchain November 5, 2018 By Raja Jurdak Ali Dorri Salil S. Kanhere Editors' Picks Blockchain data is unchangeable, which is a problem when privacy laws require companies to delete data once it’s served its purpose.
Blockchain for government: are we there yet? September 20, 2018 By Joshua Butler Robert Neely Editors' Picks The emergence of blockchain technology promises vast opportunities, including enhanced efficiency, speed, and data security. But should governments be harnessing the technology at this early stage?