The Australian government has announced it will be spending $1.2 billion (US$930 million) to help grow the nation into a leading digital economy by 2030 as part of the upcoming federal budget. “Every business in Australia is now a digital business,” Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. “This transformation is not merely a national one that needs to happen—it’s a global one that is happening.” “We must keep our foot on the digital accelerator to secure our economic recovery from COVID-19.” The measures include $100 million in digital upskilling programs, $124 million for Artificial Intelligence initiatives, a 30 percent tax offset for the game development market, and strengthening of cyber security. Technology graduates will have greater access to scholarships, and new digital cadetships will be created. This will help the industry meet the growing demand for digitally skilled workers. Half of the billion-dollar package will also be spent on upgrading government …