Australia’s youth social media ban is finally coming into effect. The big question remains: will it do more harm than good?
Social anxiety behind youth ban
Artificial attraction
As more people turn to AI chatbots for companionship and advice, experts warn we may be redefining what it means to connect.
Pilotless air taxis?
A Boeing subsidiary wants to launch pilotless air taxis in Australia before the 2032 Olympic Games, but it hasn’t got CASA’s stamp of approval yet.
The game blame
Addiction to devices continues to rise among young people, and the impacts are not just being felt in the home.
Seniors left offline
More essential services are becoming online-only, leaving many elderly behind.
Parenting tech-nique
What are parents really giving their children when they hand over a smart device?
A branchless Australia
Financial experts say the decision to close bank branches in WA is indicative of businesses’ gradual move towards digital services.
Science meets sweat
Technology and AI are revolutionising the way we workout and Perth is emerging as a front running in the digital fitness evolution.
Control-alt-complete
Perth content creators say new AI technology could change journalism for the better, despite the concerns of experts.
Embracing the AI era
Is Australia ready to safely embrace artificial intelligence in the workplace? The managing director of Google Australia believes so.
Branching away from STEM
While stakeholders steer women into STEM pathways, some are turning away, discouraged by stereotypes and sexism.
Teens ‘tik’ over the limit
TikTok has introduced screen limits for users under the age of 17. Will this help teens to turn off?
Evidence in deep trouble?
Is Western Australia’s justice system ready to prevent voice cloning technology from impacting trial outcomes?
NASA lands in Perth
NASA scientist Henry Throop has arrived in WA ahead of the much-anticipated solar eclipse in Exmouth.
Lessons from the lion city
Singapore boasts the world’s “smartest” public transport system and is influencing the way forward for Perth.
Text me
Texting, calling or video calling. Why digital communication is becoming more obvious, but with who?
We should start a podcast
There’s more than 850,000 podcasts active today but this number could get a lot higher.