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IN THE NEWS: ACCAN releases DFV Policy, USO Consultation Opens, On Farm Connectivity Program opens for applications and more…
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This week we released a policy position recommending that the Minister for Communications implement direct regulation via a service provider determination to support consumers affected by DFV. Protections for consumers experiencing, or at risk of, DFV must be enforceable via direct regulation noting the material risks to personal safety that consumers affected by DFV may face when their access to essential communications services is disrupted or interfered with. [ACCAN]
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The Australian Government is examining universal service arrangements in light of changes in available technologies and consumer preferences over recent years. We are seeking views on the key outcomes that a modern universal service framework should deliver. The consultation process is open until 1 March 2024, with relevant details available via the link above. [DITRDCA]
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The Australian Government's On Farm Connectivity Program is providing $30 million over 2 years to enable primary producers in agriculture, forestry and/or fisheries to take advantage of connected machinery and sensor technology. The objectives of the program are to: extend digital connectivity and enable Primary Producers to take advantage of advanced farming technology; enhance a Primary Producer's ability to implement digital agribusiness solutions through improved connectivity; capitalise on the agricultural sector's productivity and growth; and support access to new communications equipment and services by offsetting some of the cost. [DITRDCA]
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Artificial intelligence (AI) poses a wide range of risks, including the possibility for AI tools to produce disinformation, disrupt certain sectors of the labour market, and magnify biases that exist within the data sets systems have been trained on, according to a new discussion paper from the UK government, published ahead of its AI Safety Summit next week. [Computerworld]
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Telstra has announced a range of new initiatives to support Australians ahead of what’s predicted to be a challenging season. More information on how communities can prepare themselves for disasters can be found at the link above. [Telstra]
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With the upcoming 3G closure now only weeks away from starting, AMTA has published some important information for mobile consumers on its website. [AMTA]
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The ACMA is seeking feedback on new draft captioning quality guidelines designed to give broadcasters and their viewers a clearer understanding of how the ACMA assesses the quality of television captioning. The deadline for submissions is 5pm Monday 11 December 2023. [ACMA]
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ACCAN congratulates the founders of Macquarie Technology Group, David and Aiden Tudehope, on being joint recipients of the Pearcey Medal at a ceremony in Sydney this week. This prestigious award recognises outstanding achievements and contributions to the development and growth of the Australian ICT industry. [Telco News]
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The ACMA has directed Brisbane-based telco provider SkyMesh Pty Ltd to comply with the Telecommunications Consumer Protections (TCP) Code after the business did not provide its customers with a summary of its satellite internet service offering when required. [ACMA]
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Google has picked network backbone provider Vocus for its latest subsea cable projects across the Pacific. The South Pacific Connect will form a ring between Australia, Fiji and French Polynesia. [CRN]
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