Government stories

Dynatrace confirmed as supplier to NZ All-of-Government Marketplace
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The New Zealand All-of-Government Marketplace reinforces the commitment to supporting New Zealand public sector digital services.

TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety
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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.

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

Decline in Australia, NZ PC markets in second quarter of 2023
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“With adverse economic conditions and cautious consumer sentiments, it’s not surprising to see a slowdown in overall PC sales."

AutogenAI shakes up Australian Government procurement with AI bid writing
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AI-powered bid writing software from AutogenAI enters Australia, revolutionizing government contract bidding

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

TUANZ calls on next Govt to ensure users are at centre of AI
Last month
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"While we can attempt to educate everyone, we should also be mindful of any increases to inequity that AI or its proliferation may bring about."

New Zealand takes major step in cybersecurity with integrated agency formation
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NZ integrates CERT NZ with NCSC to bolster cyber defenses, following a model similar to UK, Aus, and Canada

Governments and citizens want simple, smooth, and secure interactions
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Governments still must deliver the services and the credentials that citizens require, offering both digital and physical options.

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

New Zealand's AI Landscape: A Fusion of Innovation, Ethics, and Culture
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AI innovation, blending technology with ethics, cultural heritage, and global engagement in New Zealand

Calls for next Govt to commit to connectivity as core utility
Last month
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The challenges presented by the weather events of early 2023 have shed light on the need for resilient connectivity, especially in rural communities.

Oracle selected to secure top secret government information
Last month
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security analytics
Oracle has announced the U.S. Intelligence Community has authorised OCI to host Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information missions.

Governments and public services facing 40% more cyberattacks
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"With limited resources and immature cyber defense programs, these organisations are struggling to defend against both nation states and cybercriminals."

Govt launches £50m fund to turbocharge UK as tech superpower
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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The UK Government has launched the Research Ventures Catalyst fund, injecting £50 million to bolster cutting-edge research in tech and science.

SAP's sovereign cloud capabilities available in ANZ
Tue, 25th Jul 2023
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SAP has announced the general availability of its sovereign cloud capabilities in Australia and New Zealand, investing in up to 70 new specialist roles.

Australians more confident in emerging tech for govt services
Thu, 20th Jul 2023
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emerging technology
A vast majority of Australians are more confident of using technology to engage with digital citizen services, new research has found.

Perth to be NEC's base for new digital government Centre of Excellence
Thu, 6th Jul 2023
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NEC Australia has selected Perth, Western Australia, to be the home for its new Australian Centre of Excellence in digital government.

Australia on track to deliver 1.2 million tech workers
Tue, 30th May 2023
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A new report from the Tech Council of Australia (TCA) reveals Australia is on course to meet the Government’s goal of 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030.

Agritech receives $29.9m injection in recent budget
Fri, 26th May 2023
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agriculture
The recent Government Wellbeing Budget provides much needed support that will drive higher paying jobs and new export revenues in the horticulture sector.

Chinese cyberespionage group targets U.S. Govt and Defense
Fri, 26th May 2023
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cyber espionage
The NSA has issued a cybersecurity advisory highlighting a cluster of activity it attributes to a People's Republic of China state-sponsored threat group.

LOTL cyber attack technique growing in popularity
Thu, 25th May 2023
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"The topic of living off the land techniques is once again thrust into the spotlight as a way of evading detection."

Governments increase digital investments in response to global turmoil
Thu, 25th May 2023
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Global challenges like inflation and workforce scarcity and their local repercussions are testing the abilities of government CIOs.

NEXTDC named panellist for Data Centre Facilities Supply Panel Contract
Thu, 18th May 2023
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digital transformation
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government
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enterprise
"NEXTDC's appointment to the DTA-Certified Supplier Panel for Data Centre Hosting Facilities is an important step forward in supporting Australia's digital economy and all forms of government."