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Journalists shift from X to Bluesky amid policy concerns
Cybersecurity

Journalists shift from X to Bluesky amid policy concerns

A study by Fire on the Hill reveals that 25% of journalists are now active on Bluesky, signalling a shift away from X amid concerns over platform policies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Fact: The future belongs to AI-first companies
Digital Transformation

Fact: The future belongs to AI-first companies

As AI reshapes the business landscape, Employment Hero emphasises embedding AI into operations, urging firms to adapt or risk losing out on future success.

By Ben Thompson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
AI predicted to reshape Australian content creation by 2025
Artificial Intelligence

AI predicted to reshape Australian content creation by 2025

A new report reveals that 34% of Australian content creators foresee AI reshaping their industry by 2025, stirring excitement and apprehension alike.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns
Artificial Intelligence

Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
Cybersecurity

Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes

Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
Data Protection

Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users

Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate
Breach Prevention

DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate

Concerns over data privacy and security have intensified following the unprotected database breach linked to the DeepSeek AI programme, exposing sensitive user information.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Meta shifts to user-driven content moderation model
Facebook

Meta shifts to user-driven content moderation model

Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta's new community-driven content moderation model, igniting controversy over its potential to worsen misinformation online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia
EduTech

Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia

Netsafe has formed a partnership with EduSpark to enhance online safety education across Asia, targeting issues like cyberbullying and misinformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic
Social Media

AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic

Media Medic warns that AI deepfakes threaten public trust, disrupting legal cases and inciting violence through sophisticated disinformation tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Mindgard reveals vulnerabilities in Azure AI content safety
AI Security

Mindgard reveals vulnerabilities in Azure AI content safety

Mindgard has uncovered serious security flaws in Microsoft's Azure AI Content Safety Service, enabling potential attacks to undermine its security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealanders spending more time online than ever

A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Crisis communications in the AI era – Are you ready for the new robots, machines and engines?
Digital Transformation

Crisis communications in the AI era – Are you ready for the new robots, machines and engines?

As AI revolutionises our lives, companies must prepare for its impact on crisis management, addressing risks and harnessing opportunities to protect their reputation.

By Dwayne Alexander • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025
Marketing Technologies

Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025

A new report reveals almost 78% of Australians use social media for brand discovery, driving a 12% rise in advertising spend to USD $4.26 billion.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Microsoft survey reveals online risks for Aussie teens
Generative AI

Microsoft survey reveals online risks for Aussie teens

A Microsoft survey reveals that 64% of Australian teenagers faced online risks in 2024, with rising concerns over AI and digital safety among parents.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Butterfly Data wins 4 awards at global SAS Hackathon
DevOps

Butterfly Data wins 4 awards at global SAS Hackathon

Butterfly Data has won four awards at the global SAS Hackathon for its generative AI solution aimed at combating misinformation on social media platforms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service
Software-as-a-Service

The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service

The era of Knowledge-as-a-Service is emerging, reshaping the internet with AI-driven models that prioritise ethical data use and community engagement.

By Ellen Brandenberger • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024