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Women in tech: Broken rung constrains progress

Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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Only 26% of computing-related jobs are held by women, highlighting gender inequality in the field, according to Laura Tyrell of NordVPN.
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Vectra and Baidam to offer cybersecurity scholarships for Indigenous peoples

Fri, 18th Dec 2020
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The companies are partnering to provide First Nations' peoples with scholarships, a full education and technical skills.
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Wintec's 'The Gig' virtual IT firm a melting pot for innovation

Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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Wintec Centre for Information Technology creates virtual IT firm 'The Gig' to provide hands-on experience for students during COVID-19.
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CSIRO: How to get ahead with innovation

Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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A new report outlines what is holding back Australian businesses from adopting innovation and how we can break through those barriers.
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Women in cybersecurity – what is holding us back?

Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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Women are severely under-represented in the cybersecurity industry in the ANZ region, according to figures released by ASIAL.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is BPESA?

Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
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TechDay explores the growth opportunity for South Africa as big brands flock to the country for software development. #BPESA #offshoring.
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Cognizant snaps up former PwC lead Jane Livesey as new CEO

Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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Cognizant ANZ appoints Jane Livesey as new CEO, with the executive set to assume the role at the end of August.
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Goanna Solutions brings AWS re/Start programme to Australia

Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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Goanna Solutions, along with AWS, introduces the AWS re/Start programme to Australia, offering cloud tech training to unemployed and underemployed individuals.
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RMIT, Siemens and Festo team up to establish Australian-focused digital innovation hub

Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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RMIT, Siemens and Festo have partnered to establish an Industrial Digital Innovation Hub in Australia, supporting Industry 4.0 workforce transformation.
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Autistic-majority IT services company celebrates Autistic Pride Day

Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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those in technology consultant and IT service professional roles reported higher confidence, autonomy, and wellbeing.
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Mastercard and Ethoca look out for ANZ retailers with support package

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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Mastercard and Ethoca launch a free fraud prevention package for Australian and New Zealand retailers, offering Ethoca Alerts until 31 July 2020.
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“It's-a me, Mario!” LEGO's design lead on how Mario changes the world of play

Fri, 1st May 2020
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LEGO has announced a new playset featuring Mario that blends physical play with technology, proving the toy giant's embrace of the digital world.
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Autistic IT consultants to provide value to Woolworths

Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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auticon, employing autistic IT consultants, teams up with Woolworths for a 6-month pilot to enhance software delivery, fostering inclusive employment practices.
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Y Soft launches 3D printing solutions for education providers

Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Y Soft has unveiled new 3D printing solutions for schools, featuring premium 3D lessons and an affordable 3D/2D EDU bundle to bolster STEAM education.
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Fear of breaking social norms in the workplace behind high job turnover

Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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Auticon urges firms to embrace neurodiversity, tackle bias, and value autism in the workplace for better output.
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Mastercard extends free access to STEM curriculum for girls

Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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Mastercard and education firm Scholastic have expanded free access to Mastercard's STEM curriculum designed for 8-12 year-old girls.
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Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise

Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Australia's IT and software sector sees a 17.3% hiring growth spurt amid a decline in other industries due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LinkedIn notes.
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Mentorship key to bringing women into cybersecurity - Microsoft

Mon, 30th Mar 2020
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Microsoft believes that mentorship is a key way to get more women into cybersecurity, says corporate vice president Ann Johnson.
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IWD 2020: Why we must champion the next generation of female leaders

Sun, 8th Mar 2020
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International Women's Day: As we've seen over and over — and as endless research supports — diversity isn't just good business, it's good for business.
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IWD 2020 interview: LogRhythm's Joanne Wong & Ping Identity's Vivienne Horsfall

Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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On International Women's Day 2020, we interview Joanne Wong of LogRhythm and Vivienne Horsfall of Ping Identity to discuss the future of women in cybersecurity.