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ACS NSW, Level 27, Tower 1, 100 Barangaroo Avenue, Sydney, Barangaroo (2026)

06/10/2025

What does it take to keep Australia’s payments ecosystem secure, resilient, and future-ready?

We’re sitting down with May Lam 林希文, CIO at Australian Payments Plus (AP+), to explore how Australia’s payments infrastructure works behind the scenes, why it’s considered critical to national stability, and what the future of payments could look like.

If you’re curious about the intersection of technology, trust, and everyday life in Australia, this is a conversation worth joining.

Attend this event to hear May Lam 林希文, CIO of AP+ share her insights on:
🔹 The role of payments as critical national infrastructure
🔹 Technology sovereignty and resilience in a globalised world
🔹 Building future-ready, secure technology strategies
🔹 Leadership lessons from 25+ years in tech and finance
🔹 What’s next for the future of payments in Australia

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s leading technology and payments voices.

📅 Thursday 6 November, 6:00pm AEDT
📍 ACS HQ Barangaroo, Sydney
👉 Register now: https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/event-detail.html?eventId=701Om00000TtqZy&utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nswbranchforum

12/09/2025

The true power of AI lies in its ability to automate repetitive or time-consuming tasks, freeing us to focus on solving complex challenges and uncovering deeper insights. For Data Analysts, this opens up an incredible world of opportunity.

Join us for an interactive coding masterclass exploring how AI is transforming data analysis. Together, we’ll dive into how traditional coding and today’s AI-driven tools can be applied to uncover insights, clean datasets, and even predict sales.

Guided by Aamod Paudel from Coder Academy, you’ll see live demos with real outcomes, gain practical strategies you can apply straight away, and have plenty of time to ask questions and discuss how to integrate these approaches into your work.

Don’t just repeat the process, reimagine it. Register now and discover how AI can unlock the full potential of your data - https://bit.ly/4lVkFlQ

12/09/2025

ACS is calling for nominations to join our NSW Branch Executive Committee (BEC).

This is an opportunity to be an influencer of Australia’s largest professional association for technology professionals and help us advance the role of tech in building a stronger digital economy.

Why join the BEC?
✔ Impact – Be part of decisions that shape the technology sector and the ACS strategy in NSW.
✔ Leadership – Gain board-level experience and strengthen your governance and strategic skills.
✔ Networking – Build strong connections with senior IT leaders, policymakers, academia, and industry in NSW
✔ Contribution – Give back to the profession by supporting initiatives that grow skills, diversity, and innovation.

What’s expected of you?
Serving on the BEC is a rewarding commitment. Members are expected to:
Attend regular committee meetings (virtual and in-person).
Contribute actively to advocacy, and member engagement.
Represent the values of ACS as a professional leader in the NSW community.

Who should apply?
We’re looking for passionate technology professionals who bring:
Strategic thinking and governance experience.
Industry knowledge across emerging tech, digital transformation, or cyber security.
Leadership skills to represent and advocate for our profession.
A commitment to advancing diversity, skills growth, and innovation in NSW.

If you’re a driven professional who wants to shape the future of technology in NSW, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now to check your eligibility and be part of the ACS NSW Branch Executive Committee and help us create meaningful impact for our members, our industry, and Australia’s digital future. https://bit.ly/4phH0wC

10/09/2025

Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Gemini are advancing rapidly and their use is becoming mainstream. But is this the limit of their potential?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) represents the next evolution. MCP enables LLMs to connect with external software like APIs, databases, or web servers, unlocking powerful new possibilities beyond text processing.

If you’re ready to take the leap into this next frontier, join our Coding Masterclass with Alex Holder from Coder Academy. You’ll learn the fundamentals of MCP, explore how it works in practice, and discover how different LLM clients can leverage your MCP server.

Delivered online, this interactive session is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience and expert guidance as you build and test in real time.

Make sure to register online so you don't miss it: https://bit.ly/3VrhIyp

07/09/2025

AI is transforming data analytics... but only if we learn how to ask it the right questions.

The September ACS NSW Branch Forum event sparked thoughtful discussion around the practical use of AI in data analytics. Dr Dan King, Principal AI and Data Scientist at Traffyk.ai, led the conversation by sharing game-changing insights on how data fuels real AI transformation.

One powerful insight from the audience was that AI often gives the average answer, not the best. The key? Building clear roles and communicating effectively with AI engines to unlock the right solutions - prompt engineering is quickly becoming a critical skill.

Many data analytics students shared that the session helped them realise the need to specialise further in AI engines to stay competitive and relevant. Hearing from Dan reinforced that it’s not just about using AI tools—but understanding how to guide them.

❓What’s your approach to getting the most out of AI? Have you found ways to move beyond average answers to truly valuable insights?

26/08/2025

Hey ACS NSW community! It's been a hot minute since our last post, but we're back online and would love to share information about our upcoming event.

We’re bringing you an exclusive session with Dr Dan King, Principal AI & Data Scientist at Traffyk.ai, who’s at the forefront of turning bold ideas into practical AI solutions.

👉 Register now or fin out more https://bit.ly/4mzoYVa

From cutting through the hype to showing what actually works, Dr King will share how organisations can responsibly harness AI to fuel growth, efficiency, and innovation.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
✨ How to turn data into the backbone of real AI transformation
✨ The risks, rewards & realities of AI adoption today
✨ A glimpse into the future of human + machine collaboration
✨ The leadership mindset needed to thrive in the AI era

Seats are limited – don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the curve.
👉 Register now to secure your spot https://bit.ly/4mzoYVa

01/10/2024

Are you or do you know someone who is an outstanding individual or who has taken a risk, made a difference and is an inspiration to others in the NSW ICT industry?

If so, get in quick! The Pearcey Foundation NSW Entrepreneur Awards nominations close this October 4th ‼️

What promises to be an evening of inspiration, networking and recognition of the outstanding achievements in our industry, don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

When: 6 Nov 2024, 5:15pm - 8:00pm GMT+10 Sydney
Where: ASX, 20 Bridge St, Sydney

Visit the Pearcey Foundation website for more information.

17/09/2024

You won’t want to miss this! ❗

We are delighted to announce our next ACS NSW October Branch Forum -
Empowering women in STEM.

With women still making up only 28% of the STEM workforce, we want to ensure we at the ACS continue to lift and support the fantastic contributions of women in STEM.

Join the NSW Branch to celebrate women’s major contributions in STEM and explore the latest emerging technologies and trends.

Speakers include:
⭐Head of GenAI Design at Canva, CJ Jones
⭐Technology Deployment Manager at IBM, Cheryl Shannon
🎤MC on the night, the fantastic Emerging Tech Unpacked Podcast Host, Lucy Lin

Don’t miss out!
We will also be announcing a new NSW ACS Women’s Special Interest Group that will start next year, and we want you to be involved!

Whether you're a professional in the tech industry, a current student or recent graduate, a supporter of women's empowerment, or someone passionate about the future of technology, this event is for you.

Join us Thursday 03 Oct 2024 at 05:30 PM AEST at ACS Barangaroo and don’t miss being part of this transformative experience.

REGISTER NOW - https://bit.ly/3B15tBO

29/05/2024

Join us in our next Professional Masterclass tailored for tech professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge about ethics in AI, data and beyond. We will dive into real-life case studies from diverse perspectives, allowing you to analyse ethical dilemmas, identify potential risks and devise ethical solutions.

Register for this virtual masterclass here https://bit.ly/3yb7zOj

By attending this webinar, you will learn:
👉 The difference between laws and Ethics in IT, understanding how laws set standards, while ethics guide us towards a higher standard of conduct.
👉 The pressing ethical dilemmas surrounding AI, data privacy, and other emerging technologies.
👉 Real-world case studies to illustrate the potential risks and societal implications of technological advancements.
👉 How to critically analyse the ethical considerations associated with new technologies.
👉 How the ACS Ethics Education Program helps tech professionals understand and implement the ACS Code of Professional Ethics and the values at the heart of the Code of Professional Ethics.

Speakers include: Jeff Smith, Vice President - Membership Boards, ACS, Georg Thomas, Member – Professional Ethics Committee, ACS and Sharaf Goussous, CEO, XponixAI

Register now https://bit.ly/3yb7zOj

23/05/2024

ACS NSW is hosting the 'Safeguarding Information Assets in the Digital World' event.

Join us for an insightful exploration of cybersecurity in the financial sector! 🌐💼

🗓️ Date: Thursday 20 June
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM AEST
📍 Location: ACS Sydney Hub, Level 27, Tower 1, 100 Barangaroo Avenue, Sydney

🔍 Agenda:

- Innovative Solutions: Discover cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies tailored to financial management, including AI, machine learning, and behavioral analysis.
- Threat Landscape: Understand evolving cybersecurity threats facing financial institutions and their impact on stability and trust.
- Incident Response: Gain insights into robust incident response plans and crisis management protocols.

👥 Who Should Attend: Financial managers, cybersecurity professionals, regulatory authorities, and industry stakeholders.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of cybersecurity challenges! Register now. 🚀 https://bit.ly/3yipVNg

09/05/2024

🌏Does cloud co$t the Earth? Join us during Climate Action Week Sydney 2024 for a vital discussion on the intricate relationship between decisions, , and the .

📅 Date: Thursday, May 16
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM AEST
📍 Location: ACS Sydney Hub, Level 27, Tower 1, 100 Barangaroo Avenue, Sydney
🎫 Register today: https://bit.ly/3V0wxZL

Our distinguished panelists — Kate McHugh - Founder & CEO, KitchenHand.io, Mark Butcher - Founder & CEO, Posetiv, Lee Stewart - ESG professional with startup & multinational experience, and David McEwen - Climate risk & business strategy expert — will lead a captivating discussion on the real-world implications of technology on sustainability.

🔍 Key Topics:

- Sustainability and GreenOps
- Managing emissions data and transitioning to Net Zero
- Balancing tech innovation with eco-responsibility

Discover why emissions data may initially spike before declining and challenge the notion of whether the true cost of IT accurately reflects its sustainability impact.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that shapes sustainable technology practices. Let’s build a greener future together! 🌿

30/04/2024

NSW Update:

Delve into the intricacies of passkeys for consumer authentication, shedding light on its benefits, implementation strategies, and the impact it will have on cybersecurity landscapes across industries.
Join us for a 30min lunch time chat to discuss:

- The driving forces behind the move towards passwordless authentication and its significance in the modern digital ecosystem.

- Explore how passkeys mitigate common security vulnerabilities associated with traditional password-based systems, offering robust protection against cyber threats.

- Discover how passkeys prioritise user experience by eliminating the frustration of passwords, while simultaneously enhancing security and convenience.

Wednesday 29 May 2024
12:00PM AEDT
Online

Register today: https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/event-detail.html?eventId=701GB0000029qEI

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