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Is Energy-Hungry Gen AI Devouring the Planet?
The generative AI tools redefining modern computing—the chatbots, image creators, and text generators—have a dirty secret. As consumers, we need to be aware of our environmental impact each time we utilise generative AI. Read on to find out why.
Digital Capability in the Workforce
It's no longer sufficient to be proficient in one or two software packages; today's workforce needs to be tech-savvy and conversant with a myriad of digital tools and platforms.
Tech Review: Google Gemini - A Multasking Master or AI Overreach?
Google have released their best AI yet to rival ChatGPT, but is it worth the switch?
AI and the Digital Divide
As generative AI becomes mainstream, proactive efforts are needed to ensure equitable access and avoid exacerbating digital divides.
Safeguarding Your Digital Life
Optus, Medibank, Latitude, Boeing...the data breach list from 2022-2023 goes on. Read about our top recommendations to keep your data safe.
Digital Wellbeing
Did you happen to catch our social media campaign over Christmas 2023 that was all about Digital Wellbeing? Here is a recap of this essential topic.
2024 Tech Landscape: Big Trends That Will Shape Our Digital Future
Explore the major technology trends like AI, AR/VR, IoT and quantum computing poised to shape our digital lives in 2024 and beyond. Get insight on emerging developments and their practical impacts in this article.
3 Years in Review
See how digital literacy has evolved in response to emerging technologies and societal shifts since 2021. This blog reviews key developments from AI and online misinformation to digital wellness and digital divides over the pandemic years.
Navigating the Maze of Online Subscription Traps
Have you ever signed up for a digital subscription, only to realise later on that you have been caught in a subscription trap? It can be a frustrating and costly experience, and one that many people fall victim to. In
Is your ChatGPT content actually yours?
Have you ever used ChatGPT or other AI-powered tools? We have examined OpenAI's terms of use and translated the content section into simple language for those who aren't tech-savvy. We will look at two ways of generating content to illustrate.
Staying Safe Online: Unmasking the Tricksters of the Internet
In today's digital world, we all need to be aware of the tricks and traps that can catch us out online. One of these tricks is called an Internationalised Domain Name (IDN) homograph attack. It's a fancy name, but it's really just a way for online tricksters to make a fake website look like a real one.
The Future is Now: Top 10 Uses of AI in Everyday Life
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undeniably become a buzzword in today's world, but it's not just about fancy robotics or futuristic fiction. From voice assistants to personalised recommendations, AI surrounds us in our everyday lives, often in ways we're not even aware of.
Crack the Code to Being Organised!
In today's fast-paced world, many people find themselves constantly busy and perpetually short on time. That's where being super organised becomes essential. In this post, we'll share some of the best app suggestions to help you stay organised and productive, no matter how busy your life is.
OpenAi has Released GPT-4 and it Will Blow Your Mind!
Forget everything you think you already know about generative Ai because the latest release, GPT-4 from OpenAi, is a total game changer.
Digital Natives…Are they all they’re cracked up to be?
Are the young people of today really digitally literate?
The answer to this question is the same as many other questions…it depends. This article explores 5 common myths.
How Artificial Intelligence will Affect Retail Workers in the Next 3-5 Years
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already starting to change the retail industry, and it's only going to become more prevalent in the next few years. Here's what you need to know about how AI will affect retail workers in the next 3-5 years.
2023 - The Year to Close the Digital Divide in Australia
Did you know there is a digital divide in Australia? Despite the many advances in technology, there is a divide between those who can afford access to digital devices and those who cannot. Learn more about the disparities this gap creates and what can be done to help bridge it.
Artificial Intelligence in Education: How ChatGPT, GPT3 and GPT4 are Changing the Game
As technology continues to evolve, it is changing the way we learn and do business. We have seen massive advancements over the last few years with artificial intelligence (AI), particularly with chatbots that are powered by natural language processing (NLP) algorithms such as GPT3 and GPT4. But how does this technology apply to education? Are teachers and students taking advantage of these tools? And how can educators ensure that their students are writing their own work and not using AI to generate it? Let’s explore these questions further.
Are Face-to-Face Events Still Relevant in a Digital World?
The COVID pandemic forced everyone to transition to digital events, causing many people to consider whether physical events are still relevant in the digital world. While online events have offered savings in time and money, they have also caused us to miss out on invaluable moments of social interaction that are often found at face-to-face events. Will we see a return to physical conferences and workshops in 2023? Let’s take a closer look.
The Truth About Fake News
While you may think of Donald Trump and his love of the term “Fake News”, this is not a new term. However, it is becoming harder to determine when something is, in fact, fake news. Why you ask? Technology is making it easy for content to be created from virtually nothing of real substance. Couple this with the reach and viral nature of social media and such fake news can spread like wildfire.