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What the Coincheck hack tells us about how Australian regulators will handle a cryptocurrency hack

  • Written by: Philippa Ryan, Lecturer in Commercial Equity and Disruptive Technologies and the Law, University of Technology Sydney
What the Coincheck hack tells us about how Australian regulators will handle a cryptocurrency hackHacks like the one on Coincheck expose gullible investors to risk, but it also means funds could be flowing undetected into the hands of money launderers and terrorists.www.shutterstock.com

New risk rules for cryptocurrency exchanges will be put to the test with the latest hack on Japanese exchange Coincheck. Hackers stole US$660 million worth of...

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From rocket launches to a crashing space station, we're in for a huge year in space

  • Written by: Brad E Tucker, Astronomer and outreach officer, Australian National University
From rocket launches to a crashing space station, we're in for a huge year in spaceRocket Lab successfully launched its Electron rocket from the company's complex on the Māhia Peninsula in New Zealand.Rocket Lab

A Blood Moon, a trip to the Moon and back for two explorers, a space station crashing to Earth and the launch of a new mission to find planets around other stars: these are just some of the exciting things to watch...

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Zelda Fitzgerald: a creative voice curtailed who speaks to our cultural moment

  • Written by: Deborah Pike, Senior Lecturer in English Literature, University of Notre Dame Australia
Zelda Fitzgerald: a creative voice curtailed who speaks to our cultural momentChristina Ricci as Zelda and David Hoflin as F. Scott in the TV series Z: The Beginning of Everything (2015). Two films about Zelda's life are currently underway, starring Scarlett Johansson and Jennifer Lawrence respectively.Amazon Studios, Killer Films, Picrow

I am a book. Pure fiction. — Zelda Fitzgerald.

Biography is the falsest of the...

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Explainer: power station 'trips' are normal, but blackouts are not

  • Written by: Hugh Saddler, Honorary Associate Professor, Centre for Climate Economics and Policy, Australian National University

Tens of thousands of Victorians were left without power over the long weekend as the distribution network struggled with blistering temperatures, reigniting fears about the stability of our energy system.

It comes on the heels of a summer of “trips”, when power stations temporarily shut down for a variety of reasons. This variability...

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  1. Climate scientists explore hidden ocean beneath Antarctica's largest ice shelf
  2. More children are starting school depressed and anxious - without help, it will only get worse
  3. Truck drivers still aren't paid for all the work they do, leading to fatigue on our roads
  4. Cool Britannia: TV drama doesn’t capture the story being unearthed of the Roman invasion
  5. How virtual 3D modelling and simulation can help us create better cities
  6. Yes means yes: moving to a different model of consent for sexual interactions
  7. Trust Me I'm An Expert: Why February is the real danger month for power blackouts
  8. Toxic shock syndrome is rare. Be vigilant but not alarmed
  9. What’s ahead for education policy in 2018
  10. Startup investors don't get the same tax breaks with crowd-funding
  11. The next Full Moon brings a lunar eclipse, but is it a Super Blood Blue Moon as well? That depends...
  12. The ties that (still) bind: the enduring tendrils of the British Empire
  13. The off-topic Conversation #149
  14. How to keep school lunches safe in the heat
  15. Curious Kids: Why do we have bones?
  16. Asia is set for a difficult year in 2018 – much of it centred around China
  17. How 'slow science' can improve the way we do and interpret research
  18. Award to Michelle Simmons reflects strategic importance of quantum physics for Australia
  19. Biomining the elements of the future
  20. Why the difficult person at work probably isn't a psychopath
  21. 'I didn't know that world existed': how lesbian women found a life in the armed forces
  22. The elephant in the planning scheme: how cities still work around the dominance of parking space
  23. Tasmania the first test in an election-laden year
  24. Full response from Sherry Sufi for a FactCheck on native title
  25. FactCheck: can native title 'only exist if Australia was settled, not invaded'?
  26. Strong US economy boosts Trump's ratings, as Democrats shut down government for three days
  27. Vital Signs: what the Davos meeting is good for
  28. A modern and united Australia must shift its national day from January 26
  29. How to have a better conversation about Australia Day
  30. Sustainable shopping: how to stay green when buying white goods
  31. 11 billion pieces of plastic bring disease threat to coral reefs
  32. Essays On Air: Why libraries can and must change
  33. Guilty about that afternoon nap? Don't be. It's good for you.
  34. Back to school blues: how to help your child with shyness
  35. Scrapping pre-approval of medicine ads will put consumers at risk
  36. Pointing to the scoreboard: how Indigenous hip hop keeps talking to white Australia
  37. Farewell Ursula Le Guin – the One who walked away from Omelas
  38. Mofo at MONA: operatic bodies, experimental encounters and expanded horizons
  39. A model for an Australian republic that can unite republicans and win a referendum
  40. Get yer hand off it, mate, Australian slang is not dying
  41. Smart speakers could be the tipping point for home automation
  42. What makes a classic song? The economics of the Hottest 100
  43. Don't worry, the chance of dying from potting mix is very slim
  44. Three reasons why share-bikes don’t fit Australian culture
  45. Why we should put yoga in the Australian school curriculum
  46. Get a grip: the twist in the wrist that can ruin tennis careers
  47. Farmers and services industry the winners under the revised Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal
  48. $60 million to save the Great Barrier Reef is a drop in the ocean, but we have to try
  49. Qantas and other big Australian businesses are investing regardless of tax cuts
  50. What is kombucha and how do the health claims stack up?

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How Chatswood Tutoring Can Fit Into a Student’s Weekly Routine

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The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

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How Immigration Lawyers Can Help

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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How to Vet and Hire the Right Property Expert in the Australian Market

Navigating the Australian real estate market has become a highly strategic exercise. Recent nation...

Moving From Australia to Wellington: The Practical Settling-In Checklist

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How Strategic Corporate Gifting Boosts Client Retention and Team Morale

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Backyard Living Options for Campbelltown Homes: What Works Best?

You know that feeling at the end of a long, busy week when all you want is a calm spot outdoors, whe...

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A well-designed wardrobe is one of the most useful things a home can have. It's meant to keep clothe...

Colorbond Fencing in Australia: Costs, Colours, Rules and What Actually Lasts

Drive through almost any Australian suburb built in the last thirty years and you are looking at the...