Tech Council welcomes discussion on safe and responsible AI
The Tech Council of Australia welcomes the discussion paper released by the Government today on the steps Australia can take to mitigate the risks of AI. Tech Council CEO Kate Pounder said that AI technologies present significant opportunities for Australia, but fit-for-purpose regulatory and governance frameworks are essential to reap the benefits. “AI technologies can […]
Australia Set to Deliver 1.2 Million Critical Tech Workers by 2030 to Drive Productivity Across the Australian Economy
A new report from the Tech Council of Australia (TCA) revealed Australia is on track to meet the Government’s goal of 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030. CANBERRA 30, MAY 2023 – Tech Council of Australia (TCA) Research launched today in Parliament House by Minister for Industry and Science, Hon Ed Husic and Minister for […]
Tech Council of Australia and the Queensland Government Bring Inaugural National Tech Summit to the Sunshine State
TCA National Tech Summit to Supercharge Technology Growth in Australia. 29 May 2023, Brisbane – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) alongside the Queensland Government today announced that the inaugural TCA National Tech Summit – Forging Australia’s Tech Future would be hosted in Brisbane reflecting the significant importance of Queensland to Australia’s technology sector. TCA […]
Tech Council of Australia Thanks Hon Wyatt Roy for Helping Grow a Strong and Vibrant Tech Sector in Australia
Former NSW Minister for Digital Government Hon. Victor Dominello to join TCA Board. 22 May 2023 Canberra – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) today announced that Executive Director Wyatt Roy would be stepping down from the TCA Board in June. “The TCA Board thanks Wyatt for his significant service on the Board and in […]
Federal Budget Takes Important Steps to Boost Tech Investment, Workforce and Cyber Security
CANBERRA 9 May 2023 – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) welcomes the investments outlined in tonight’s Federal Budget that will improve the skilled migration system, support the next generation of Australia’s tech industry, and strengthen our cyber security preparedness and resilience. “This Budget will help take our tech smarts and turn them into high-paid […]
Tech Council of Australia Welcomes National Quantum Strategy
Supporting the growth of Australian quantum jobs and industries. CANBERRA 3 May 2023 – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) welcomes the AustralianGovernment’s National Quantum Strategy (the strategy) released today by the Hon. Ed HusicMP, Minister for Industry and Science. The strategy outlines a roadmap for the future ofquantum technology in Australia. Kate Pounder, TCA […]
Tech Council of Australia welcomes Government’s plan to overhaul the migration system
Canberra 27 April, 2023 – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) welcomes today’s announcement by the Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon Clare O’Neil MP, setting out the Government’s plan for a once-in-a-generation reform of the migration system. Kate Pounder, CEO of the TCA, said skilled migration is an essential part of growing a globally […]
KATE’S NATIONAL PRESS CLUB SPEECH (Transcript)
“No matter what cyclical downturns tech may face, it is here to stay. It is going to keep growing, and our future prosperity depends on it.” At the National Press Club of Australia today, our CEO Kate Pounder made her address on ‘What’s Next for Post-Pandemic Australia – Challenges, Threats and Opportunities in 2023’. Kate spoke about: […]
Tech Council of Australia Welcomes 17 New Member Companies
To Help Meet Our Target of Creating $250 Billion A Year in Value for all Australians. CANBERRA 30, March 2023 – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) today announced a range of eminent new members joining the TCA, who each share a commitment to ensuring tech activity across all industries in Australia will contribute $250 […]
The Tech Council of Australia welcomes the passage of the National Reconstruction Fund legislation
CANBERRA 29, March 2023 – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) welcomes the historic passing of laws to establish the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF). The Australian tech sector sees a crucial role for the Government in providing patient capital for long-term, strategic investments. Kate Pounder, CEO of TCA, said the NRF can complement private sources of funding […]