Energy price uncertainty and shortages of skilled workers top the list of concerns of Australian industry, according to deputy Liberal leader and shadow Industry minister Sussan Ley. In this edition of the Commercial Disco, she discusses the impact of funding delays to the NRF and Industry Growth Program.

This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.

This podcast is the first episode in The Loop series, produced by InnovationAus.com in partnership with Granicus. In a vast country like Australia, ensuring citizens who live in sparsely populated regions are heard is a real challenge for government and decision makers. Former digital officer for Broken Hill City Council, Luke Dart, was instrumental in the local council’s digital transformation and online accessibility. He joins publisher Corrie McLeod to discuss a fascinating case study in public sector innovation and revenue success within an independent, hardy community of natural problem-solvers.

In this episode of the Commercial Disco(very), Rob Sutton, Managing Director of Mirragin Consulting addresses Australia's defense strategy amidst the changing landscape of drone manufacturing, inspired by Ukraine's innovation in drone production. We discuss everything from the importance of prioritising a resilient drone manufacturing base and embracing agile, cost-effective solutions, to the critical need for an updated defense strategy and the impacts on startups and SMEs in the defense industry ecosystem. This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.

This vodcast is the final episode in the Identity Matters: Digital Identity and the Evolution of the Internet series, produced by InnovationAus.com in partnership with Ping Identity. Managing Director of Connect ID, Andrew Black, has more than a decade of experience in the Digital Identity industry. Previously he led digital ventures on data and cyber security in two major UK banks, and most recently served as a member of Minister Victor Dominello's Advisory Committee, helping support the design of Digital Identity services and legislation for NSW citizens. With the federal government committed to overhauling Australia's privacy laws, Andrew joins editorial director James Riley and Ping Identity’s Head of APAC Architecture, Steve Dillon, to discuss progress towards a federated digital ID and how it can make consumer data more easily collected and collated.

In this special InnovationAus.com podcast, James Riley speaks to the founder of Innofocus, Frank Yao, about the company’s new nanofabrication hub in Melbourne and his plan to help make Australia the world leader in nanomanufacturing.

In this episode, we explore the strategic initiatives led by Adjunct Professor Peter Rossdeutscher and Quantum TX to empower SMEs to scale up their operations and thrive in the space industry. Professor Rossdeutscher delves into Quantum TX's innovative approaches, collaborations, and the challenges SMEs face in government and defence contracts, ultimately highlighting the transformative impact on the SME landscape. This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.

This vodcast is the latest in the Identity Inside/Out: Getting identity security right series, produced by InnovationAus.com in partnership with SailPoint. Air New Zealand handles sensitive customer data, including millions of frequent flyer accounts, and its CISO Phil Ross is acutely aware of the need to earn customers' trust back. He joins SailPoint's Simon Ell and InnovationAus.com Publisher, Corrie McLeod, to discuss evolving cybersecurity regulations and their impact on airport security practices.

In this episode, Balakrishna D.R. (Bali), Executive Vice President and Global Head of AI and Automation, Application Development & Maintenance, Infosys, delves into the imperative need for a Responsible AI Office within every company. Balakrishna stresses the crucial role responsible AI plays in navigating data privacy, IP integrity, and bias mitigation while pioneering AI-first strategies. He also unveils Infosys' innovative approach, deploying AI assistants across diverse roles, aiming not to replace humans but to augment their capabilities. This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.

In this episode, we delve into the groundbreaking innovations of Cortical Labs, a Melbourne-based tech startup at the forefront of merging biological computing with traditional technology. Founder & CEO, Hon Weng Chong reveals their pioneering work in creating the world's first neural data center, catching the attention of industry giants like Amazon due to its potential to transform cloud computing's operational costs and environmental impact. This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.

In this episode, Dr David Ireland, a seasoned figure in research translation, shares his unique journey merging science and business as he navigates the intersection of innovation, science, and commercial success. Ireland delves deep into Australia's research translation challenges and nuances within the national innovation system, while unravelling the essential elements driving successful research translation and the crucial cultural shifts needed for lasting innovation impact. This episode of The Commercial Disco is proudly brought to you by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst.