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Feb 2023
Critical Minerals Office
Critical Minerals Development Program: virtual information session replay
We’ve published a recording and transcript of the virtual information session for the Critical Minerals Development Program that took place on 25 January 2023.
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
ACSER upgrades satellite receiver for new applications
The University of New South Wales has produced an advanced satellite receiver that accepts GPS and Galileo signals. This locally developed technology could play an important role in Australia’s space future.
Feb 2023
National Battery Strategy: have your say
We are seeking feedback on how to boost Australia’s battery industries. Consultation closes 3 March 2023.
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
New space antenna set to transform Australian satellite communications
The University of Tasmania, in partnership with the Australian Space Agency, has unveiled a new sophisticated communications antenna. This major infrastructure will allow new research and commercial opportunities fo...
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
Wearable sock to improve human spaceflight health
The University of Canberra has created a wearable sock to counter the effects of microgravity on the human body. This innovation could reduce risk of injuries for astronauts, athletes and older persons.
Jan 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
"Twinkle little star”: Early Space Tracking in Australia
Join us in-centre or online on Saturday, 6th May 2023 at 2pm ACDST
Jan 2023
$44 million in grants to support industry-led research projects
Round 13 of Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grant funding will support 19 projects across Australia.
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22 August 2022
2022 update to the List of critical technologies in the national interest: have your say
The 63 technologies identified in the list are current and emerging technologies with the capacity to significantly enhance or pose risk to our national interest.
31 March 2022
Funding available for AI and Digital Capability Centres
The Australian Government is offering $44 million to establish AI and Digital Capability Centres, connecting businesses with AI equipment, tools, services, training and expertise.
10 January 2022
Grants available to support artificial intelligence projects in regional Australia
The Catalysing the Artificial Intelligence Opportunity in Our Regions program will provide grants to artificial intelligence projects that benefit regional industries, businesses and communities.
14 December 2021
The National Artificial Intelligence Centre is launched
The Australian Government is delivering on the AI Action Plan with the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Centre in CSIRO’s Data61.
22 October 2021
United States and Australia Partners on Joint Regional Responsible Use of AI Workshop
United States and Australia are leading AI collaboration and responsible use across the Indo-Pacific regions
14 July 2021
Watch the national AI summit Techtonic 2.0 on demand
Be inspired by the next wave of Australia’s deep artificial intelligence capabilities and their potential to shape our future at Techtonic 2.0.
6 July 2021
Case studies from our AI Ethics Principles pilot
We worked with some of Australia’s biggest businesses to put the Australian AI Ethics Principles to the test.
18 June 2021
An action plan for artificial intelligence in Australia
The Australian Government will build Australia’s artificial intelligence (AI) capability through a new AI Action Plan.
27 May 2021
Register now for Techtonic 2.0: National Artificial Intelligence Summit
Techtonic 2.0 will provide you an opportunity to be inspired by the next wave of Australia’s deep AI capabilities, and their potential to shape our future.
16 November 2020
Australian Space Agency
AI crew to support astronauts in space
Artificial intelligence (AI) company Akin is creating software for a prototype AI space crew.
29 October 2020
Australia’s AI Action Plan: have your say
Share your input to shape the future of artificial intelligence in Australia. Consultation closes 27 November 2020.
16 June 2020
The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence launches
Australia has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence. The initiative is the first of its kind.