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Government stories

Workforce data shows physician shortages across Aotearoa
Health Technologies

Workforce data shows physician shortages across Aotearoa

New Zealand faces concerning shortages of physicians, with only 71 for every 100,000 people, compared to 99 in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2023
Next Govt must deal with NZ's tech industry skills shortage
Government

Next Govt must deal with NZ's tech industry skills shortage

TUANZ has called on whoever makes up the next Government to deal with our tech industry skills shortage by developing pathways to attract diverse talent.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2023
Dynatrace confirmed as supplier to NZ All-of-Government Marketplace
Government

Dynatrace confirmed as supplier to NZ All-of-Government Marketplace

The New Zealand All-of-Government Marketplace reinforces the commitment to supporting New Zealand public sector digital services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety
Cybersecurity

TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety

The Tech Users Association has called on whoever makes up the next Government to commit to continuing to take the lead on improving security and safety online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2023
TUANZ calls on next Govt to ensure users are at centre of AI
Artificial Intelligence

TUANZ calls on next Govt to ensure users are at centre of AI

TUANZ calls on next Government to prioritize users in AI development, warning of risks such as biased algorithms and eroding trust in technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2023
New Zealand's AI Landscape: A Fusion of Innovation, Ethics, and Culture
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand's AI Landscape: A Fusion of Innovation, Ethics, and Culture

New Zealand's approach to AI combines innovation, ethics, and cultural heritage, setting a global example for inclusive technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 20th Aug 2023

Global Stories

Government stories

Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis Joins Semperis Advisory Board
Ransomware

Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis Joins Semperis Advisory Board

Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis joins Semperis' advisory board to enhance identity threat detection and response in the public sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2023
Decline in Australia, NZ PC markets in second quarter of 2023
EduTech

Decline in Australia, NZ PC markets in second quarter of 2023

Australia and New Zealand's traditional PC market sees YoY decline in 2Q23, with Australia down 5.1% and New Zealand down 10.3%, according to IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Sep 2023
New Zealand takes major step in cybersecurity with integrated agency formation
Government

New Zealand takes major step in cybersecurity with integrated agency formation

New Zealand's CERT NZ and NCSC have joined forces to create a lead operational cyber security agency, similar to those in Australia, the UK, and Canada.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023
Governments and citizens want simple, smooth, and secure interactions
Digital Transformation

Governments and citizens want simple, smooth, and secure interactions

Governments still must deliver the services and the credentials that citizens require, offering both digital and physical options.

By Angus McDougall • 8 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2023
Fortinet to offer free cybersecurity awareness training
EduTech

Fortinet to offer free cybersecurity awareness training

Fortinet is expanding its existing free training offerings as part of the company's commitment to train one million people in cybersecurity by 2026.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Government stories

UK splashes £70m on new future telecoms technologies
Unified Communications

UK splashes £70m on new future telecoms technologies

The new investment will support ambitions to become a global leader in 6G technology, improving the capacity and speeds of data transfer.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023
Poole Hospital data centre gets new fire suppression systems
EduTech

Poole Hospital data centre gets new fire suppression systems

UK company Secure I.T. Environments has completed a fire suppression project at Poole Hospital, providing 840m3 of fire protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2023
AI Taskforce gathers momentum to advise UK government
Artificial Intelligence

AI Taskforce gathers momentum to advise UK government

Leading names from industry and national security are set to advise the UK government on the risks and opportunities from artificial intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2023
AutogenAI shakes up Australian Government procurement with AI bid writing
Artificial Intelligence

AutogenAI shakes up Australian Government procurement with AI bid writing

UK's fastest-growing AI firm, AutogenAI, has launched in Australia, revolutionizing government contract bidding.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2023
Australian Govt urged to adopt green technology practices
Cloud Services

Australian Govt urged to adopt green technology practices

The tech sector is urging the Albanese Government to adopt recommendations to galvanise the role technology is playing in reducing Australia's carbon emissions.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2023
IGEL appoints James Millington as VP of Product & Vertical Marketing
Health Technologies

IGEL appoints James Millington as VP of Product & Vertical Marketing

IGEL appoints James Millington as VP of Product & Vertical Marketing, driving industry-focused strategies across healthcare, government, FinServ, and retail.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023