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Healthcare | Technology
Stephen Munn on healthcare technology assessment
In the lead up to the 3rd Annual Health Technology Assessment Conference, Professor Stephen Munn, Clinical Director, Transplantation at Auckland District Health Board joined us to talk about healthcare technology assessment. My expertise in HTA comes from 9 years as the chair of a hospital-based HTA unit during which time we've received more than 75 submissions…
3 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare | Technology
The role of ethics in emerging health technologies
In the lead up to the 3rd Annual Health Technology Assessment Conference, which is taking place on the 24th and 25th November at Swissotel Sydney, we caught up with Dr Monique Jonas, Lecturer in Health Systems at the University of Auckland. Dr Jonas will be presenting a session on "Integrating Ethics in the HTA" at the event…
24 Sep 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
Will Bitcoin really become a universal currency?
There has hardly been a more intriguing, controversial or divisive invention in the history of finance than Bitcoin. While it has taken its time to draw universal attention and is still some way from becoming a mainstream item, there are plenty of indications to suggest that it will one day fulfil its potential as…
14 Aug 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
The Project Factory shows Sherlock the key…
... to unlocking the mysteries of brand, platform and commercialisation. The Project Factory (TPF), the Australian-headquartered digital production company behind global projects with Downton Abbey, Offspring and new film Predestination, has unveiled the second phase of a commercial strategy to support the brand reach of the global hit TV series, Sherlock, in tandem with the show’s…
12 Aug 2014, by Informa InsightsEnergy & Utilities | Technology
Q&A: Insights on gas turbine operation and maintenance
In the lead up to the 15th Anniversary of the Australian Gas Turbine Conference, we had the opportunity to speak with Sam Moots of Colorado Energy Management, where he shed light on how to improve power plant efficiency with gas turbines. Sam is Production Manager at the Brush and ManChief Electric Generation Facilities in Colorado (US), where he oversees…
8 Aug 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
The first major Bitcoin event in Australia brings excitement to Singapore in November
On July 24th and 25th Informa Australia hosted their inaugural Bitcoin conference in Sydney, Australia. Entitled ‘Cryptocon Conference and Barcamp’, this two-day event represented the first major Bitcoin event to come to Sydney. Cryptocon drew together many of the key themes in Bitcoin and emerging blockchain based technologies from the US, Europe, Asia and Australia.…
7 Aug 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
Dark economy, money laundering, the next universal currency – Cryptocon Sydney a great success
The inaugural Cryptocurrency Summit and Barcamp was a great success, thanks to all our knowledgeable and charismatic speakers and delegates. The two-day event took place at the Park Royal Hotel in Sydney on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th July, bringing together over 60 cryptocurrency experts, technology gurus and Bitcoin enthusiasts. Conversations were not confined by…
29 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsBanking & Finance | Technology
Cryptocon brings Bitcoin technology to centre stage
The underlying technology of Bitcoin is one fascinating topic. While many meet-up events exist for cryptocurrency, finance is usually the focal point. Differently to these events, the upcoming Cryptocon conference will bring technology to the spotlight, with dedicated sessions on Smart Property and Start-up discussions on how the blockchain can be turned into a global registry…
17 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
One interface to rule them all – Fetch TV, the new host for all catch-up content
Australians watch more than 100 hours of television per month across multiple screens, according to the Australian Multi-Screen Report conducted in the second quarter of 2012 by Media Week. The trend of multi-screen TV experience is on the rise – with YouTube rolling out new channels, Google’s launch of Chromecast, sky is the limit when…
11 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
4 reasons why Bitcoin is better than conventional money
Bitcoin, still very much a nascent trend, is nonetheless continuing to show signs of steady growth as businesses and consumers alike explore the opportunities involved. But just where does Bitcoin's appeal lie and why is it having everyone from retailers to investors raving? As the most well-known and widespread form of 'cryptocurrency' today, Bitcoin is…
10 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
