Political hostility and misinformation – media literacy matters more than ever
Following growing evidence of political hostility, online misinformation, and an attack on MP Helen Haines, an RMIT expert says Australians need strong media literacy skills to navigate an increasingly complex information environment and to reduce harms caused by declining trust in public discourse.
PHP vulnerabilities a reminder for businesses to stay vigilant against online threats
Vulnerabilities have been identified in the computer programming language PHP, used by an estimated 70% of websites, which have led to sites being taken offline across the world while patches are implemented. An RMIT expert explains what companies can do to prepare and react to these instances.
Why the Australia-EU trade deal matters beyond farming
Debate is intensifying over the Australia-European Union (EU) free trade agreement, with some Coalition figures and farming groups questioning the deal, while the government insists re-negotiation is no longer on the table.
'Not worse off' is not a deal: what Australian communities should get from AI data centres
The Federal Government has suggested new AI data centres will not increase household power bills. It comes as an RMIT expert explains that should be the starting point, not the end goal, and the community should benefit.
Is it time to re-think GST?
The Grattan Institute has called for GST to be raised from 10% to 15% to help ease Australia's debt. An RMIT expert unpacks this proposal, which could generate up to $76 billion a year and unlock income tax savings, according to the think tank’s research.
Digital duty of care laws must not come at the expense of access to information
The Australian government's proposed digital duty of care is an important step towards tackling online harms against women and girls, but there is a risk that platforms could over-censor legitimate information. An RMIT expert says policymakers and regulators must ensure that access to information on drug and sex education is protected.
Small businesses need AI support, not awareness
Australian small and medium-sized businesses are already embracing AI, but many lack the time, expertise and support to embed it across their operations. RMIT experts discuss the barriers to AI adoption and what governments can do to help.
Who is left to foot the bill following Australia’s card surcharge ban?
Debate over Australia’s card surcharge ban is intensifying. While the RBA has cut interchange fee caps in a bid to lower payment costs for businesses, an RMIT expert warns that unless banks and payment providers pass on those savings, small businesses risk absorbing costs previously charged to customers.
