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Is it OCD or ADHD? The rise of the armchair psychologist

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From social media therapists to Google rabbit holes, self-diagnosis has never been easier. But as Professor Jill Newby explains, the trend carries both risks and rewards.   We live in an age where clinical labels once confined to the DSM-5 – the diagnostic manual for mental health professionals – now spill into everyday language. It’s … Continued

Consultation opens on review of the Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation

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DIGI has today launched a public consultation to inform a review of the Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation (ACPDM). The ACPDM is a commitment by a diverse set of major technology companies to reduce the risk of online disinformation and harmful misinformation.  DIGI has published a Discussion Paper to guide the consultation, … Continued

ONE IN THREE AUSSIE KIDS HAVE SEEN PORN ONLINE

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WEDNESDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 2025   ONE IN THREE AUSSIE KIDS HAVE SEEN PORN ONLINE   Almost one-third of Australian children – some as young as 10 years of age – have seen pornographic images or videos online, according to new eSafety research.  eSafety’s latest Keeping Kids Safe Online research – a nationally representative survey of … Continued

Australia’s digital industry associations welcome registration of remaining Online Safety Codes to protect Australians

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The eSafety Commissioner has today registered the remaining Phase 2 Online Safety Codes, marking a significant step forward in making the internet safer for young Australians across a broad range of digital services and devices. The approved Online Safety Codes cover social media services, app distribution, equipment manufacturing and supply, relevant electronic services and designated … Continued

ESAFETY MOVES AGAINST SERVICES USED TO ‘NUDIFY’ AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL CHILDREN

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MONDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2025 ESAFETY MOVES AGAINST SERVICES USED TO ‘NUDIFY’ AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL CHILDREN Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has launched enforcement action against a technology company responsible for AI-generated ‘nudify’ services used to create deepfake pornography of Australian school children.  A formal warning has been issued to a UK-based technology company for enabling the creation of … Continued

Announcing ASUS NUC 15 Performance

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Key Facts: ·       Powered by Intel® Core™ processors and supports up to 96GB RAM for performance that exceeds expectations ·       Equipped with the latest NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 or RTX 5060 Laptop GPU for exceptional performance for gamers and creators ·       Supports up to five displays, and sleek form factor offers versatile placement options for … Continued

New Unith.ai Website Launched, Enhancing User Experience

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Digital human and conversation design solutions company Unith Ltd (ASX:UNT) (“Unith” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce the successful completion and immediate launch of its new website, which represents a key deliverable in the Company’s growth strategy. The revamped platform, now live at unith.ai, is designed to both elevate the Company’s digital presence and … Continued

Unith Completes $1.85m Placement to Accelerate Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovation & Global Growth Initiatives

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Highlights ● Unith has received binding commitments from a consortium of strategic investors to raise approximately $1.85m via a share placement. ● Subject to shareholder approval, directors have committed to subscribe for at least $100,000 worth of shares on the same terms as the placement, demonstrating continued alignment with the company’s ongoing growth initiatives. ● … Continued

New report reveals $82 billion digital dividend for Australian households

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A new report from Oxford Economics shows that free and low-cost digital tools provide Australian consumers with a surplus of $82 billion, or $7,836 per household in 2025.  Commissioned by the Digital Industry Group (DIGI), the report measures the economic value to Australian households from everyday digital tools used for productivity, communication, entertainment, shopping, food … Continued

Tech companies release latest data on misinformation fight under Australian code

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DIGI Media Release, Thursday 5 June 2025: Australia’s major digital platforms are doubling down on their efforts to tackle misinformation and strengthen the online content environment, according to new 2025 transparency reports released today under the Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation. The reports show platforms are continuing to invest in proactive AI … Continued