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Fitbit bid questioned
Regulators are concerned about the amount of data Google would have access to if its buys Fitbit.
Lockdown lights PV
A reduction in air pollution during lockdown has led to more sunlight reaching solar panels.
New tool in 'voice spoof' fight
Australian researchers have developed a new technique to protect consumers from being scammed through ‘voice-spoofing’ attacks.
Rio reviews destruction
Rio Tinto has launched a review into how it destroyed two sacred Aboriginal sites.
Spin conductors tested
Australian researchers have reviewed exciting new candidates for next-generation spintronics.
Tech heads set on seas
CSIRO and Microsoft are partnering to tackle plastic waste and illegal fishing.
Weather used for green boost
Authorities are using weather forecasts for optimise renewable energy output.
Big finds expected from SKA
Australia will soon be home to half of the most sensitive telescope ever.
Female CEOs bring millions
New research shows Australian companies do better when they have more women in leadership.
Finkel calls for efficiency
Australia’s chief scientist says the nation must do more to lift energy efficiency.
Lizards in live evolution
There is a type of small Australian lizard that sits in an interesting evolutionary middle ground.
PM hints at attack
Scott Morrison gave a vague address about cyber-security last week, and now experts have fleshed out his message.
Warning over COVID payback
New figures suggest Australia’s big money COVID-19 responses will not require serious austerity to repay.
Fee change to push regrowth
The Federal Government is preparing a tertiary fees overhaul that will see cheaper degrees in priority areas.
Study shows lack of views
A new study finds that millions of ‘quiet Australians’ may not be interested in politics at all.
Entanglement record set
Chinese researchers have used quantum entanglement to send an encrypted message further than ever before.
Sensors set on water use
CSIRO scientists are working to maximise every drop of irrigation water for farmers.
New team for high-tech subs
A new partnership aims to install specialised 3D-printers on submarines.