Open Data Day, Saturday 2 March 2019, is an annual celebration of open data all over the world. It is an opportunity to show the benefits of open data and encourage its adoption. Try out new data sources and participate in an event near you.

The ADC Blockchain Summit, 18-20 March, will examine the enormous opportunities presented by the widespread adoption of blockchain technology and the challenges that must be overcome. Influential leaders from around the world will explore the theme, Distributed Ledgers and Digital Assets: Confronting A Revolution of Change.

Finalists have been announced and will pitch their ideas to a judging panel of international blockchain experts. A winner will be decided at the ADC Global Blockchain Summit, to be held in Adelaide from 18-20 March.

Baby names registered in South Australia (SA) during 2018 have just been released! There are no surprises with the name Oliver taking first place again for six consecutive years, followed closely by Jack and William. Charlotte remains South Australia’s name of choice coming first for seven years, with Amelia, Olivia and Ava not far behind.

The risk of scams and malicious activity tends to increase during the festive season, typically with online scams and phishing emails.