Tag: technology

Defence accelerator will dedicate $680m to long-term R&D

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The Australian Strategic Capabilities Accelerator will commit an estimated $680 million over the next ten years to the research and development of emerging and disruptive technologies, according to its...

Tech forum established in Parliament

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A new cross-party forum has been launched in Parliament to drive engagement and understanding on the role of technology and innovation in the future of Australia’s economy. The Parliamentary...

WA govt begins work on 10-year science and tech plan

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The Western Australian government has kicked off work on a 10-year science and technology plan, as it continues efforts to diversify the state economy and become a global innovation hub....

Main Sequence bags another $450m for its third fund

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Main Sequence Ventures raised $450 million for its third investment fund, bringing the venture capital firm’s total funds under management to more than $1 billion for the first time....

Battery industry rejects Productivity Commission advice

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Australian battery industry stakeholders have rejected the Productivity Commission’s doubts on the effectiveness of industry support, with one innovation expert describing it’s claims as “tiresomely predictable”. Released on Thursday,...

Victoria eyes Israeli health innovation hub

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The Victorian government is among a consortium of partners collaborating with Israel’s leading medical research center on establishing a new digital health innovation centre in the state. Sheba Medical...

Tech a priority for Albo’s trip to India

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will deepen technology and renewable energy partnerships with his Indian counterpart later this week, as the deadline for the latest round of a long-standing bilateral...