Tech Council of Australia stories
As work shifts to flexible, capability-led models, women in tech gain a rare chance to turn non-linear careers into leadership power.
Australia's tech sector is missing out on a USD $6.5 billion boost by failing to close the gender gap and fully harness female talent.
The 90s ERP boom led to costly legacy systems, warning companies today against rushed AI investments without strategy and quality data management.
The three-year spend will expand local cloud capacity, boost cyber defences and train millions of workers as demand for AI grows.
The rollout aims to fill a gap in career advice for 14- to 24-year-olds, as schools face ratios of about 560 students per adviser.
A shortage of approved classroom AI tools is leaving most Australian teachers eager for training but unable to use them with students.
Canberra sets national rules for data centres and AI, winning industry support but criticism over excluding most on‑premises computing.
Australia's tech sector hits AUD $248.5bn GDP in 2025, reaching its 2030 target early and cementing its role as the nation's productivity engine.
Allyship, especially from male leaders, is emerging as the crucial lever to dismantle subtle barriers keeping women from top technical roles.
Australia's productivity hinges on AI skills for all, with inclusive training and leadership key to unlocking AUD $115 billion by 2030.
Tech Council of Australia appoints Brighte's Katherine McConnell to its board and names LaunchVic chief Kate Cornick as incoming CEO.
Australian tech leaders shift AI from trials to daily operations, but warn a gap in skills and infrastructure risks stalling productivity gains.
Microsoft and the ACTU have struck a first-of-its-kind AI pact to boost worker skills, protect union roles and shape fairer tech policy.
Australian ex-serviceman Brett Earle's shift to senior web developer highlights a surge in mid-career changes, amid rising demand for tech skills nationwide.
Sydney-based AI firm Collabra has joined the Tech Council of Australia to help shape responsible AI regulation and standards nationwide.
Accelerating cloud and AI adoption in Australian government could save AUD $13.5 billion by 2035, boosting productivity and cutting IT costs by 13% annually.
Future Skills Organisation and Microsoft launch a 12-month pilot to upskill 30,000 educators and boost AI skills in Australia's vocational education sector.
Aerologix joins National Security Tech Alliance to advance Australia's tech resilience, focusing on drones, AI, and national defence innovation.
Despite a shrinking tech job market and rising unemployment in Australia, 61% of tech professionals plan to switch jobs seeking flexibility and career growth.
Australia risks falling behind in AI as talent shortages and unclear strategies hamper progress amid rising investment and workforce concerns.