The future you can wear
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Peter Cochrane, author of 'Tips for Time Travellers,' hopes that intelligent software technology will become as easy and automatic to use as turning on a light switch. He believes that wearable computers, including a smart card implanted usder the skin, will become common. He believes that everything people do will be recorded, so that knowledge will not be lost through death.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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A bet on the Net: Web wagers: Australian authorities are grappling with the issue of how to regulate online gambling
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Gambling on the Internet and interactive television has the potential to expand the $80-billion-per-year Australian gambling industry, but it also poses social dangers. A federal inquiry into gambling is expected to address interactive issues. Governments are under pressure to regulate online gambling to protect consumers and secure market share for Australian operations.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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They're not all hooked
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Australia's love for technology does not extend beyond mobile phones and VCRs to the Internet. A survey on information technology use reveals an estimated 9% of 4 mil home computer users access the Net, a statistic internet service providers believe reflects consumer phobia. Industry analysts see the costs of the PC, modem, and internet access as obstacles.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1997
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