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This week
IN THE NEWS: ‘We are losing money’: companies in Apple’s repair program say they can’t compete with tech giant, Proposed approach to expiring spectrum licences and more
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Ever wondered why it takes so long time to have your iPhone fixed at your local repairer? This article sheds some light on exactly why this is happening. [The Guardian]
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Spectrum licences across the 700 MHz, 850 MHz (original band and downshift), 1800 MHz, 2 GHz, 2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz and 3.4 GHz bands are due to expire between 2028 and 2032. The ACMA is responsible for considering whether to renew these expiring spectrum licences (ESL) and the appropriate arrangements for the affected spectrum and wants your feedback. [ACMA]
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NBN Co has provided customers and the telecommunications industry with transparency of its proposed wholesale Pricing Roadmap for FY24 – FY26. This will assist interested parties with their assessment of NBN Co’s proposed variation to its Special Access Undertaking (SAU Variation) following the release of the ACCC’s Draft Decision on 2 May 2023. [NBN Co media release]
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Optus has launched a new AI-powered voice function - Optus Call Effects - which it says is designed to “bring fun and evolve the way friends and family connect on the traditional phone call” as the latest innovation on the Optus Living Network. [iTWire]
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The eSafety Commissioner and the Queensland Police Service have committed to closer collaboration in the fight against criminal content and other serious online harms. [eSafety Commissioner media release]
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This is an excellent and timely warning for consumers to act with an abundance of caution when you receive a call that appears to be from your bank. It could cost you dearly. [ABC news]
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Cybercriminals will continue to innovate, finding new ways to attack businesses and critical infrastructure as a way of making money, according to security firm Darktrace in response to a new advisory warning posted by the Australian Cyber Security Centre. [iTWire]
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An Australian bank is warning its customers to be wary and vigilant of scam texts following the discovery of another active phishing scam. The texts look genuine and may include a request to speak with a member of the general inquiries team. [news.com.au]
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These awards are a great way to celebrate organisations, designers, developers, and content creators who pursue accessibility in their digital spaces. Help recognise this excellent work by making a nomination today. [The Centre for Accessibility Australia]
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ACCAN proudly supports National Reconciliation Week which is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The dates for NRW are the same each year; 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey— the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively. [National Reconciliation Week website]
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