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Vic forensics institute taps Monash Uni for ML ballistics – 27 September 2019
Researchers at Monash University are looking to a range of digital technologies including augmented reality and machine learning to improve forensic ballistic analysis. Using machine learning techniques and CT scans, the researchers plan to create a 3D model of the human anatomy, including entry and exit wounds, to produce accurate trajectory models .
https://www.itnews.com.au/news/vic-forensics-institute-taps-monash-uni-for-ml-ballistics-531578
Owner of payroll company charged with US$70m fraud – 25 September 2019
8,000 people were left without paychecks due to the sudden closure of MyPayrollHR, a New York-based payroll software company. The owner, Michael Mann, has reportedly admitted to defrauding banks to receive $US70 million in loans since 2010.
NAB to run voice analytics proof-of-concept on sales calls – 25 September 2019
Following the wake of scandals from the Royal Commission into banks. NAB is set to run a proof-of-concept of voice analytics and speech-to-text technology to monitor sales calls in two business areas and make sure they are not using sales tactics banned under financial services laws.
https://www.itnews.com.au/news/nab-to-run-voice-analytics-proof-of-concept-on-sales-calls-531440
Russian man pleads guilty over one of the biggest-ever 100m persons data hack – 24 September 2019
Andrei Tyurin, 36, pleaded guilty to six counts, including computer hacking conspiracy and bank fraud. The operation, between 2014 and 2015, stole data from 83 million JP Morgan Chase customers.
