Digital economy


Conroy’s blueprint for a digital economy … that doesn’t need an NBN

The National Digital Economy Strategy positions Australia as a “leading digital economy” by 2020. Or is it “Conroy’s Digital Economy Con”? Either way it doesn’t need a National Broadband Network.

Australia’s Digital Economy: discuss it, but not here

Stephen Conroy’s “final” report on Australia’s digital economy merely demonstrates how much work their 2.0 Taskforce have ahead to bring the government into the 21st century.

The Digital Economy: just for big business?

Uhoh. A “Digital Economy Forum”? Already I’m seeing blokes in suits jostling for room at the trough of government largesse, writes Stilgherrian.

Dear Senator Conroy: Our Christmas wish list

Dear Senator Conroy, Christmas cards are such a bore, and Crikey doesn’t seem to be on your list in any case. You see, we have some advice. Or perhaps it would be better described as a Christmas wish list.