Word-whore. I write 'em. I talk 'em. Information, politics, media, and the cybers. I drink. I use bad words. All publication is a political act. All communication is propaganda. All art is pornography. All business is personal. All hail Eris! Vive les poissons rouges sauvages!
My week of Monday 18 to Sunday 24 September 2023 was a typical example of recent weeks for me. Not very productive, with the need to sleep a lot, and in between some work for clients that I can’t really tell you about yet. But the flowers were nice.
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A national digital ID system is back on the table with draft legislation released this week. Also a covid-19 inquiry, hints about our national cybersecurity strategy, and a few stories about AI in government.
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My week of Monday 11 to Sunday 17 September 2023 wasn’t hugely productive, but it felt like it marked a gentle phase shift in my world. I got some exercise done, and I kicked off a new client project.
Continue reading “Weekly Wrap 694: Abandoned walk, abandoned house, and a heatwave which is not abandoning us”
Spies, more spies, cybering, and more cybering! We also have proposed new ID and drug laws, a report on sexual consent laws, and an apology for robodebt — to Services Australia staff.
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My week of Monday 4 to Sunday 10 September 2023 seems to have heralded my emergence from a winter flatness. Even though it’s been sunny and warmer that average, I’ve been tired and unmotivated. That seems to be changing. And here’s what the week held.
Continue reading “Weekly Wrap 693: More magpies and memories of a distant cat”
There’s more from the eSafety Commissioner this week. Also, a draft of our science and research priorities, cardboard drones, Big Things stamps and coins, and a cryptocurrency bill that looks set to be dumped.
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