An exodus to other Chinese apps, a jump in prominence but a dive in content: speculation is raging over what a US TikTok ban will mean for its Aussie users.
Almost half of all Australians are using artificial intelligence technology, a Google study has shown, even though many still have concerns about its impact.
Australia must expand its network if it wants to compete with Elon Musk's offering and provide affordable, reliable internet to the regions, an expert says.
High-speed internet will be rolled out to a further 620,000 homes in the 'final piece of the puzzle' for NBN upgrades.
Wild, weird and unexpected gadgets have been shown in Las Vegas as part of an annual tech fest, with AI powering some household devices for the first time.
Rival social network X has applauded Meta's decision to follow its lead on ditching fact-checking, with its CEO calling the move an endorsement.
Robots, self-driving cars and AI-powered work colleagues may not be far away, according to predictions aired at the Consumer Electronics Show.
Generative AI tools have already changed the way Australians work, communicate and study. Experts say more changes are coming in 2025.
Researchers are creating artificially intelligent companions to help people get through challenges but that does not necessarily cut humans out of the picture.
Features launching on Apple devices will write a story, draw an image and summarise articles but the AI push helped by ChatGPT arrives after those of rivals.
Government agencies are teaming up with Microsoft to track disinformation and criminal acts, with plans to use AI to detect attempts to interfere in elections.
Microsoft wants to train at least one million Australians and New Zealanders in how to use AI tools over the next two years as part of a worldwide push.
The personalities, topics and major news events that dominated Australian internet searches in 2024 have been revealed by Google.
Experts say artificial intelligence-enabled political disinformation is a growing risk for Australian voters but vigilance is still the best defence.
Calls, messages and apps are even getting the best of paid drivers, a study has found, amid a call to introduce surveillance and safety alerts behind the wheel.
The government should appoint an artificial intelligence commissioner to oversee the technology, an inquiry has heard, amid concerns over unfair uses.
Australians could spend less time on the phone and the government could save money with a greater investment in digital services, a report says.
Artificial intelligence tools, including chatbots from Google, Amazon and OpenAI, need to be regulated by law in Australia, an inquiry recommends.
More Australian white collar workers are using artificial intelligence tools to do their jobs but research shows many feel guilty about telling the boss.
A proposal to ban children from social media is expected to become law despite experts and politicians arguing it may not make the internet safer for kids.
As parliament prepares to stop people younger than 16 using social media, the government has been accused of trying to ram through the laws without scrutiny.
More tech companies are introducing AI features to their services, and authors and experts warn it can be hard – if not impossible – to opt out.
An artificial intelligence tool developed in Australia is being tested in classrooms and early results suggest it is helping students improve their answers.
The cost of repaying those harmed by AI decisions should be considered before government departments deploy the technology, an inquiry has heard.
It is not just governments considering social media bans: a study shows more Australians plan to disconnect and spend less time online.
University students will be encouraged to use artificial intelligence programs to complete assignments and research projects under a bold policy change.
Australian technology firms will be urged to test their practices against 10 standards as part of a campaign to encourage more diversity in the field.
Prominent Australian children's entertainers are urging the federal government to pardon YouTube from its proposed social media ban to save an industry.
Australian MPs are weighing how to curtail deepfake election advertisements, but a prominent artificial intelligence expert says a ban might be unnecessary.
A lack of detail about proposed social media curbs is causing teens anxiety, young online safety and mental health representatives have told an inquiry.
Australia's digital industry is crying out for female workers but research shows they are still finding it tough to get in the door.
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