Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Neuroprosthesis has been used to enhance mobility for a Parkinson's patient.
Australia inks AI accord
Australia has signed the Bletchley Declaration, a global initiative aimed at promoting the safe, ethical, and responsible development of artificial intelligence (AI).
BHP seeks dam deal
BHP, the world's largest mining company, is seeking a settlement regarding a Brazilian dam disaster.
Green case pause questioned
Legal experts have questioned a federal government proposal to put a three-year pause on litigation for deceptive claims.
Local money in dark firms
Australia’s sovereign wealth fund has invested in Chinese Communist Party-linked companies and Uyghur oppression.
Magnetic tech tested
Scientists have developed a device to make magnetism appear in non-magnetic materials.
Bids flow for local power
ARENA says it has seen an overwhelming response to Round 1 of the Community Batteries Funding Program.
Big fine for quiet plants
The operators of AGL's Bayswater and Loy Yang power stations have been fined $6 million by the Federal Court.
Gas paused at last minute
The Federal Court has ordered Santos to halt its Barossa gas project at the eleventh hour.
Neurons teach rapid learning
For the first time, a physical neural network has been shown to learn and remember ‘on the fly’.
Powerful bid knocked back
Overseas investors have faced a setback in their proposed takeover of Origin Energy.
Insider threat detailed
“Spies in suits” targeting disgruntled employees have emerged as a major national security concern for Australia, warns Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil.
Musk's changes killing X
Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter has brought significant changes, leaving experts concerned about its future.
Tipping points draw closer
The United Nations University is sounding alarm bells about six critical tipping points with potentially irreversible consequences.