Tag: innovation

Andrew Charlton throws support behind blockchain reform

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Blockchain and digital asset technologies should be a priority for government according to federal Labor rising star Andrew Charlton, who on Tuesday likened the potential prosperity gains that would...

Circular Economy framework to be unveiled by end of year

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A national circular economy framework that outlines innovation priorities for guiding Australian industry toward the multi-billion opportunities of circular economy practices will be released by the end of the...

Qld SportsTech accelerator scores state backing

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A new SportsTech accelerator has received funding from the Queensland Investment Corporation as a part of the state’s $130 million initiative to attract venture capital and encourage startups. Announced...

Defence-backed computer vision firm eyes export opportunity

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Sydney-based computer vision startup Visionary Machines is eyeing global expansion, buoyed by “fantastic” support from the Department of Defence and its new approach to smaller tech suppliers. After five...

Army innovation challenge targets future soldier tech

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A $16 million Army innovation challenge supported by the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator is seeking new technologies to complement its long-running Soldier Combat System program. The Army Innovation Day...

$200m Qld battery precinct yet to power up two years on

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Funding for a Queensland battery precinct promised by the Albanese government ahead of the 2022 federal election is yet to materialise more than two years after it was pledged....

PsiQuantum bet prompts innovation support concerns in NSW

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New South Wales-based quantum companies will be overlooked for funding or drawn to other jurisdictions without additional support for the state’s innovation districts, according to the Committee for Sydney....

Gig Guide: New committee to drive Uni Accord response

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Education department secretary Tony Cook will chair a new committee set up to support the implementation of reforms recommended from the Universities Accord. Announced alongside the federal Budget on...

$2.5m of Singapore-Australia green innovation grants finalised

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The federal government has awarded $2.5 million in grants to five Australian small to medium sized businesses collaborating on innovation projects with Singaporean counterparts. Low-emissions fuels business Jet Zero...