Light pollution is encroaching on observatories around the globe – making it harder for astronomers to study the cosmos
Outdoor lighting for buildings, roads and advertising can help people see in the dark of…
AI agents are here. Here’s what to know about what they can do – and how they can go wrong
We are entering the third phase of generative AI. First came the chatbots, followed by…
Quantum scheme protects videos from prying eyes and tampering
We have developed a new way to secure video transmissions so even quantum computers in…
Canada could use thermal infrastructure to turn wasted heat emissions into energy
Buildings are the third-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada. In many cities, including…
Should YouTube be included in Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16? We asked 5 experts
The Australian government has confirmed video-sharing platform YouTube will be included in the upcoming social…
Technology could open up new ways to track prisoners
Technology firms have apparently suggested placing tracking devices or a microchip under the skin of…
Some people’s issues with AI parallel vegans’ concerns about diet
New technologies usually follow the technology adoption life cycle. Innovators and early adopters rush to…
Water recycling is paramount for space stations and long-duration missions − an environmental engineer explains how the ISS does it
When you’re on a camping trip, you might have to pack your own food and…
Industrial-scale deepfake abuse caused a crisis in South Korean schools. Here’s how Australia can avoid the same fate
Australian schools are seeing a growing number of incidents in which students have created deepfake…
Big tech says AI could boost Australia’s economy by $115 billion a year. Does the evidence stack up?
AI is on the agenda in Canberra. In August, the Productivity Commission will release an…