How the AI security scanning system failed

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

How the AI security scanning system failed

Source: The Age

The company behind the AI-powered weapons detection system at the MCG reached a legal settlement with US regulators in 2024 after they alleged the company made false claims.

The company behind the new AI-powered weapons detection system at the MCG last year reached a legal settlement with US regulators, which alleged the company had made false claims about its ability to detect weapons.
The lawsuit followed an investigat… [628 chars]

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South Korea’s constitutional court has ruled to oust impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

South Korea's constitutional court has ruled to oust impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol is officially out of office, and the country will head back to the polls, after the Constitutional Court ruled to uphold his impeachment.

The President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol is officially out of office, and the country will head back to the polls, after the Constitutional Court ruled to uphold his impeachment.
It's a stunning fall for President Yoon, who's career as an anti-corr… [3961 chars]

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Mackenzie Arnold ruled out of Matildas’ friendly against South Korea in Sydney

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Mackenzie Arnold ruled out of Matildas' friendly against South Korea in Sydney

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

First-choice goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is the latest high-profile Matildas player to withdraw from Friday night's opening friendly against South Korea in Sydney.

First-choice goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is the latest high-profile Matildas player to be ruled out of Friday night's opening friendly against South Korea in Sydney.
Arnold suffered an arm injury at a Matildas training session this week and will miss… [1505 chars]

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Business news updates: Australian shares follow global stock plunge on Trump’s tariffs, AustralianSuper hit by cyberattack

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Business news updates: Australian shares follow global stock plunge on Trump's tariffs, AustralianSuper hit by cyberattack

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Fears of a recession in the US and big losses on Wall Street have flowed through to the ASX 200, which fell as much as 2 per cent in early trade. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

The benchmark Australian stock market index, the S & P/ASX 200 has entered a technical correction.
A technical correction is generally accepted as being a 10 per cent or greater fall in the index from its recent peak (closing high).
The ASX 200 reach… [2072 chars]

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Free flu vaccines to help WA community keep well during winter

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Free flu vaccines to help WA community keep well during winter

Source: Western Australian Government

The Cook Government is encouraging Western Australians to get a free flu vaccination during May and June to protect themselves during the peak influenza period.

Cook Government's free flu vaccination program kicks off 1 May
WA community urged to get vaccinated against influenza as winter looms
Ensuring all Western Australians have access to quality, affordable health care a key priority for the Cook Governme… [3452 chars]

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Not that Norfolk! Mislabelled shipments led to Trump tariffs on uninhabited islands and remote outposts with no US trade

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Not that Norfolk! Mislabelled shipments led to Trump tariffs on uninhabited islands and remote outposts with no US trade

Source: The Guardian

Exclusive: Aquarium systems, Timberland boots and recycling plant parts were mislabelled as coming from remote Norfolk Island or Heard and McDonald islands

Trade tariffs imposed on tiny Australian territories that are either uninhabited or claim to have no trading relationship with the US appear to have been calculated based on erroneous trade data.
The data relates, at least in part, to shipments misla… [7672 chars]

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Hawks’ ‘dangerous game’ blew up in the face of Allen. It should put AFL rivals on red alert

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Hawks’ ‘dangerous game’ blew up in the face of Allen. It should put AFL rivals on red alert

Source: Fox Sports

Hawks’ ‘dangerous game’ blew up in the face of Allen. It should put AFL rivals on red alert

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell might just be the boldest man in footy.
Not only are the Hawks playing with dash and dare that makes for appointment viewing each and every week, but Mitchell’s desire and willingness to go above and beyond in the recruiti… [13203 chars]

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Australian superannuation funds hit by cyber attacks, with members’ money stolen

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Australian superannuation funds hit by cyber attacks, with members' money stolen

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

A number of Australian superannuation funds have been hit with suspected cyber attacks, with members of one fund losing at least $500,000 in retirement savings.

A number of Australian superannuation funds have been hit with suspected cyber attacks, with members of one fund losing $500,000 between them in retirement savings.
Australian Super has been hit with 600 attempted cyber attacks in the past month, ABC… [2241 chars]

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AI PCs: A paradigm shift in the modern workplace

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

AI PCs: A paradigm shift in the modern workplace

Source: IT Brief Australia

As AI transforms the workplace, IT leaders must rethink PC infrastructure, with 82% planning to adopt AI PCs by 2025 to enhance productivity and security.

As AI reshapes the workplace, IT leaders face a pivotal moment to reassess PC infrastructure, address evolving privacy demands, and align on long-term strategies for what's next.
The modern workplace is undergoing the most transformative era since th… [5094 chars]

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Heroin found in cocaine and ‘ice’, and snorting a line can be lethal

by Alison Rabbecca | Apr 4, 2025 | Google Finance News

Heroin found in cocaine and ‘ice’, and snorting a line can be lethal

Source: The Conversation

Accidentally taking heroin when you thought it was cocaine or methamphetamine can be deadly, new research confirms. Here’s what to watch out for.

Authorities in New South Wales and Victoria have been warning the public about worrying cases of heroin overdoses after people thought they had taken cocaine or methamphetamine.
We know the issue is also relevant to other parts of Australia. And it’s… [4328 chars]

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