For as little as $100 a month, Australians can now access blazing-fast internet speeds of up to 1000Mbps. But not every provider is hitting the mark. Meanwhile, some are breaking new ground.

In the ever-evolving race of high-speed internet, Dodo Internet is struggling to keep up. A subsidiary of Vocus Group Limited, Dodo is lagging behind other service providers offering 1Gbps speeds. As the market becomes more competitive, the pressure to deliver top-notch service mounts.

Amidst these challenges, Telstra has made a significant stride on the global stage. The company recently joined the UNESCO Business Council to promote ethical AI, becoming the first Australian organisation to do so, and only the sixth globally. This partnership is aimed at ensuring that AI technologies are developed and implemented with ethical considerations.

In another tech twist, Elon Musk’s X scored a victory when the eSafety Commissioner dismissed a case against the platform. The case revolved around videos related to a church stabbing incident. X celebrated this as a win for free speech.

On the governmental front, the Shadow Minister for Innovation, Science, and Technology, Mark Coure, criticised the current Minister Anoulack Chanthivong for a ‘100 Day Cone of Silence.’ According to Coure, the lack of communication and action is hindering innovation and progress.

NSW is taking steps to bridge the digital divide with its new Digital Inclusion Strategy. Led by the NSW Telco Authority, the strategy aims to improve digital access, ensuring that more people can benefit from technology advances.

The federal government is also investing in technology with an $11 million budget allocation to turn the Credential Protection Register into a mobile app. Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus announced this move to enhance credential security and accessibility.

Meanwhile, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) is planning a tech upgrade of its own. Within three years, the AFP aims to replace its core enterprise resource planning platform, signalling a push towards more efficient operations.

However, not all news is positive. The NSW Opposition has slammed the Minns Labor Government for shutting down the Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade. Critics argue this move sidelines industry, innovation, and investment, which are crucial for economic growth.

Australia’s tech landscape is a mixed bag of triumphs, setbacks, and bold initiatives. As some entities forge ahead with innovative projects and ethical commitments, others are grappling with the pressures of a rapidly changing environment. The future promises both challenges and opportunities as the nation navigates its technological journey.