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AUKUS: Political gameplay with innovation opportunism

Opinion: AUKUS is being examined by many brilliant minds, experts in history and the intricacies of the many dimensions of the geopolitical landscape. AUKUS is globally significant and sets...

Christian Porter resigns as Industry Minister

Christian Porter has resigned as Minister for Industry, Science and Technology after a controversy about his acceptance of an anonymous donation to pay legal fees in a defamation case....

‘The most serious cybercrime threat’ in Australia

Ransomware is the biggest cyber threat facing businesses today, the national cyber agency has warned, as new statistics show the digital extortion method is now reported more than once...

Summer’s coming. Will the power go out? 

As we head into summer, our high electricity demand season, it is time to reflect on exactly how well our electricity supply is tracking. 

Gig Guide: CSIRO taps ANU dean for quantum step up

The national science agency has added a local quantum expert to lead a major portfolio, Accenture has poached its rivals’ partners and Defence has picked the universities and contractors...

Landmark Australian rocket launch ends in flames

A landmark rocket launch from South Australia has ended in flames after its launch vehicle caught fire. Adelaide space company Southern Launch on Thursday evening confirmed that the launch...