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“The goal of the Bill is to enhance privacy protections, particularly in the online sphere, without unduly impeding innovation within the digital economy,” the federal government wrote in the Bill’s explanatory paper [PDF]. Under current legislation, the federal government can only make two kinds of binding privacy codes, which are the Australian Privacy Principle code (APP) and a credit reporting code. The Bill is seeking to expand the Privacy Act to allow government to create a third code specifically for regulating three classes of organisations: Social media platforms, data brokers, and large online platforms....

According to the ACCC’s inaugural Australian Product Safety Pledge annual report [PDF], an average of 92.4% of unsafe product listings were removed by signatories within two business days after consulting a variety of information sources, such as the Product Safety Australia website, as well as regularly reviewing customer feedback and assessing reports from third-party sellers. The report also showed that an average of 96.6% listings were removed within two business days as a result of regulatory take-down requests....

Located in Melbourne, the infrastructure region comprises three availability zones and runs alongside another region in Sydney, which has been operational since November 2012. Plans for the Melbourne region was first announced December 2020. Its addition pushes up AWS’ global footprint to 99 availability zones across 31 regions, including 12 regions in Asia-Pacific. Another 12 zones and four regions are on the pipeline for Thailand, New Zealand, Israel, and Canada....

Organisations were digitalising rapidly and building applications that required huge amounts of data to be processed, and quickly, as these moved across networks. It was driving the need for distributed computing models to improve performance and efficiencies, said Olivier Klein, AWS’ Asia-Pacific Japan chief technologist. The US cloud vendor on Thursday announced plans to launch 32 Local Zones over the next two years, which would include 10 in six Asia-Pacific markets....

AWS announced the preview of AWS Private 5G at re:Invent in November as a managed service to extend or replace wifi for connected devices and sensors, but with an easier deployment model than specialized carrier-grade gear. The appeal comes from the relative simplicity of setting up a private LTE/5G network to support IoT devices in businesses and factories compared to building a private mobile network from scratch. AWS’s Private 5G network can support functions like monitoring inventory from sensors, video streaming from security cameras, and providing network coverage on a campus....

If one of those students is someone you care about, you may be considering a back-to-school gift. We’ve picked out six handy tech items for students facing virtual and in-person learning experiences. We also know that you may not want to spend big bucks on gifts — college is expensive enough, after all. So all our gift suggestions cost less than $500 (as of publication). Scroll to the end for free and low-cost bonus gift ideas for college students....

Many people started their own online stores to sell their products directly to the consumer. Having a quality product to sell is important, but creating a memorable online shopping experience for the customer is equally as important. A website for ecommerce sales must have the functionality and design that keeps the customer on the site through the point of sale. According to ecommerce statistics, only 9.6% of Gen Z customers report buying items in a physical store....

However, there is more than one model available, so it can be confusing when it comes time to choose which Fitbit is best for you. That’s where I can offer help. Also: The best sports watchesThe best fitness ringsThe best smartwatchesThe best smart treadmills The Fitbit Versa 3 is an exceptional smartwatch that is perfect for anyone who wants to prioritize their health and fitness. With a sleek and modern design, it’s a stylish addition to any outfit....

Though seemingly similar, these services are much different from one another, not only in available jobs but also your membership structure. Pricing can include whatever charges and finder’s fees come with using a third-party provider of this nature. Accessibility and job quality can also vary based on the freelance website you choose. To help, we have compiled the five best freelance websites to find work. This is how they compare....

Hyperconverged infrastructure systems, including hardware and software, have been the hottest data center trend in all of IT in the last half-dozen years. HCI offers a non-trivial upfront investment but, over time, a cost-effective data center alternative for complex IT environments; enterprises that were early adopters of the technology have taken its business value to the bank, big time. Top companies in this space VMware, Nutanix, Dell EMC, HPE, Cisco Systems, and Huawei dominate the space, with more than 20 key players in the market....

I’m both blessed and cursed in that I get the chance to try out a lot of different gadgets and tech. On the plus side, I find some really cool things that boost my productivity and let me get more work done, while the downside is that my workflow is constantly morphing and changing (I do find that this keeps me on my toes!). What’s in this list? There’s a lot here – from routers that will offer you the best Wi-Fi possible, a mobile router, earphones, a power bank, and gadgets to help you find lost keys and wallets, and items to help secure your digital empire....

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 7% growth in accounting professions between 2020 and 2030 as a result of organizations’ increasingly complex and globalized financial activities. Accounting certificate-holders can also pursue bookkeeping and tax examiner positions. Here, we rank the best accounting certificates and provide detailed information about these programs. Top 5 online schools for certificates in accounting The best online certificate in accounting To ensure our rankings give an accurate picture of the certificate landscape, we pull data from reputable and publicly available sources....

Online master’s degrees have similar curricula and requirements to on-campus programs. And an online program allows you to earn a degree on a timeline that suits your personal and professional needs. Online master’s programs may also be more affordable than a brick-and-mortar option. If you want to build up your credentials first, consider pursuing an education from the best online colleges. However, if you’re already qualified for an online master’s program, or if you’re just curious, we’ve identified our top picks for 2022 below....

These colleges level the playing field for learners on a limited budget or taking a nontraditional path. They accept all or the majority of applicants. Plus, online learning makes it easier than ever for busy working learners to access education on their schedule. Read on for our list of the top 10 best high-acceptance online colleges in the nation to discover how much they cost and what they can offer you....

More and more households and businesses are becoming aware of sustainability efforts, allowing for sustainability jobs to flourish across different economic sectors. In 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected faster-than-average job growth for environmental scientists and specialists, hazardous materials removal workers, and environmental science and protection technicians from 2020 to 2030. An online degree in sustainability gives you a pathway to put your environmental consciousness to work. Take a look at the top sustainability degrees we found for 2022....

Top Samsung deals at Verizon Free Galaxy S23 If you switch to Verizon or decide to upgrade your existing phone, you could get a Samsung Galaxy S23 for free. The catch is that this promotion only applies to select trade-ins on qualified 5G Unlimited plans. So, you have to have the right plan and you have to trade in a phone that qualifies. Free Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G You can choose to get a free Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G with your purchase of a Samsung Galaxy 23+, Samsung Galaxy 23 Ultra, or Samsung Galaxy 23....

That’s plenty to keep the enthusiasts happy. But already there is speculation about Apple’s next big thing. Right now, the assumption is that it’s almost certainly some kind of virtual reality or augmented reality headset. Apple could be working on not one, but three different models, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. SEE: Apple’s new iPhones will sparkle, but the magic lies in older models The first of those, code-named N301 and likely to be called Apple Reality Pro, could launch as soon as next year....

The initial round of funding from the CPF, totaling $583 million, will go to projects in Louisiana, New Hampshire, Virginia and West Virginia. All told, the first funding round should bring high-speed internet to more than 200,000 homes. The state plans are intended to deliver reliable internet service that meets or exceeds symmetrical download and upload speeds of 100 megabits per second (Mbps), so that multiple people in one household can simultaneously use the internet for telework, virtual education or virtual health monitoring....

You can’t currently buy the 1GB, 2GB, 4GB or 8GB Raspberry Pi variants from Adafruit because they are sold out, but the company is now requiring that all buyers use multi- or two-factor authentication (MFA/2FA) to order the Raspberry Pi because bots are outbidding humans for them. “Please note! We are now requiring a verified account with two-factor authentication enabled in order to purchase certain high-demand products, such as Raspberry Pi computers, due to a large number of bot-purchasers making it difficult for Makers and Engineers to order these products,” Adafruit says on its buyers’ page....

Founded in 2002, Neoway is one of the main big data and analytics and artificial intelligence companies in Latin America. At 1,8 billion reais ($320 million) paid in cash, the deal is B3’s largest acquisition to date. The purchase is subject to the customary regulatory approvals. B3’s current offerings range from exchange trading, clearing and other post-trading services to registration of over-the-counter transactions. It also operates a listing service and acts as a central securities depository, as well as software solutions and index licensing services....