The Age Technology Headlines

Government accused of sneaking in web filter

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:22:18 GMT

The federal government has been accused of sneaking mandatory internet filtering through the back door after it inadvertently blocked 1200 websites using a little-known law.

MP's Facebook photo gaffe an education

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:25:26 GMT

A social media gaffe has left the West Australian Minister for Education red-faced after it emerged he "Liked" a Facebook photograph of a teenager exposing his genitals.

Cloned embryos ethical concerns

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:19:07 GMT

Ethicists raise questions over embryonic stem cell research breakthrough.

Telstra customer data revealed online

Thu, 16 May 2013 04:06:29 GMT

The personal information of thousands of Telstra customers has been found online using a Google search.

New Google boss started at fruit shop

Thu, 16 May 2013 03:45:50 GMT

Maile Carnegie's first job was at a local fruit and veg shop, but now she is set to become Google Australia's next managing director.

The end of search as we know it

Thu, 16 May 2013 03:35:17 GMT

The typewritten keyword search is giving way to voice-driven conversational search.

Malaria parasites thrive by talking

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Scientists have been surprised to learn that malaria parasites ''talk'' to each other. And the chatter is crucial to the parasite's survival and spread in humans.

Caffeine key to cloning 'Holy Grail'

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Many thought it was impossible. But the discovery is not without controversy.

Alleged Lulzsec leader fronts Sydney court

Wed, 15 May 2013 02:08:08 GMT

The IT security professional who the Australian Federal Police said was a self-proclaimed leader of international hacking ring Lulzsec allegedly penetrated a NSW council website.

Brain can bypass areas of damage

Mon, 13 May 2013 21:08:56 GMT

Scientists have described for the first time how the brain can respond to damage in one area by forming complex new circuits in another brain region, away from the injured site.

A new spin on earth's core

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The centre of the Earth does not spin at a constant rate, new Australian National University research has found.

How UNSW creates the world's best hackers

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:49:57 GMT

The University of NSW is known for producing some of Australia's top lawyers, doctors and accountants. But the 64-year-old institution is now gaining a reputation for excelling in what is often viewed as anti-establishment – hacking.

Fairfax sweeps IT journalism awards

Sat, 11 May 2013 01:12:30 GMT

SMH.com.au has won the "Gold Logie" of technology journalism awards, being named Best Title at the 11th annual Microsoft IT Journalism Awards.

Eclipse will have a familiar ring to it

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

It might not be as remarkable as totality, but it's a wondrous thing to observe nevertheless.

NBN speed website draws quick fire

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:49:50 GMT

A Liberal-leaning university student has been hailed on social media, accused of being a covert Labor agent and taken a verbal slap from Malcolm Turnbull.

Australia's top hackers uncovered

Wed, 08 May 2013 06:11:33 GMT

Telstra and Defence give students a hacking challenge - with rewards.

Allon to disrupt property business

Wed, 08 May 2013 05:23:27 GMT

Ori Allon wants to bring his new people-powered start-up to Australia.

Space odyssey opens new frontiers

Tue, 07 May 2013 20:43:03 GMT

Canberra will be soon be able to communicate further into the universe with Tidbinbilla's newest communication antenna, known as Deep Space Station 35, due to be lifted into place on Friday morning.

Hacking threat to our vital buildings

Tue, 07 May 2013 14:34:27 GMT

Vital buildings such as hospitals, universities and government offices are vulnerable to hackers.

Hacking threat to vital buildings

Tue, 07 May 2013 14:34:27 GMT

Vital buildings such as hospitals, universities and government offices are vulnerable to hackers.

Breakthrough in solar efficiency by UNSW team ahead of its time

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:48:40 GMT

Australian scientists have found a way of hugely increasing the efficiency of solar panels while substantially reducing their cost.

RoboBee: insect robots prepare for take-off

Sun, 05 May 2013 04:46:09 GMT

Harvard University researchers have conducted test flights of miniature robotic insects inspired by the anatomy of a fly.

Assange to suffer more, lawyer says

Sat, 04 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Julian Assange could still be languishing in the Ecuadorean embassy in London in six months, his lawyer says.

Premier backs council use of CCTV cameras

Sat, 04 May 2013 00:07:10 GMT

The NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell says the government is prepared to legislate to ensure the continued use of CCTV cameras on NSW streets after a surprise ruling by a tribunal found they breach privacy.

Drones: Australia's eyes in the sky

Thu, 02 May 2013 21:42:44 GMT

Drones have propelled the ADF forward in Afghanistan.