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Asian Stories

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Govt's HK$50b to boost IT jobs and salaries, but concerns remain

Despite the huge investment, almost all Hong Kong CIOs are concerned about the existing talent pool of IT professionals.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018

Global Stories

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NZ's pay equity progress is so slow that we won't achieve it until 2044

The year 2044. Sixteen years is a long time to wait for gender pay equity, but it may take that long to achieve it.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2018

Cloud Security

Interview: Vault Cloud illuminates secure govt cloud in the machine learning age

Australia has the potential to become a global leader in cloud technology, says Vault Cloud founder and CEO Rupert Taylor-Price.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Aug 2018

Digital Transformation

Why digital transformation rests on the shoulders of the C-suite

Only 7% of respondents believe the government is making significant strides in their digital transformation journey.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Aug 2018

Government

Why governments should invest in citizen engagement platforms

The Australian government is urged to invest in Citizen Engagement Platforms to close the digital gap, improve public trust, and streamline services.

By Leigh Brady • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Aug 2018

Data Protection

Uganda data centre raided, operator 'held hostage'

Concerning news has emerged of a data centre in Uganda that was raided forcefully without warning by government officials.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jul 2018

Hyperscale

Diligent launches AU data centre for clients wanting data onshore

The governance technology specialist says it will be equipped to better serve its government and clients with the new Canberra data centre.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jun 2018

Unified Communications

Govt escalates rural broadband completion a year ahead of schedule

New Zealand's rural broadband programmes have been accelerated by a year, with completion now expected by the end of 2021.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 31st May 2018

Unified Communications

Govt cloud service provider Vault opts with Mellanox and Cumulus

Vault Systems has chosen to work with Mellanox and Cumulus Networks in providing a cloud service fit for a government.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018

Internet of Things

THAT'S A WRAP: the highlights from the 2018 CeBIT Australia exhibition

Sydney's CeBIT Australia 2018 wrapped up last week, showcasing cutting-edge tech innovations from over 200 exhibitors and drawing record attendance.

By Patrick Martlew • 4 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018

Data Analytics

Ministry of Social Development: Is it right to use data just because there's access to it?

New framework introduced by Minister for Social Development in New Zealand to ensure privacy and human rights are considered in government initiatives.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Malware

Damning report finds despite WannaCry attack, NHS still not patching

A government report has emerged that reveals despite the 'major' ransomware attack a year ago, the UK's NHS STILL has not learned its lesson.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018

Cybersecurity

Singapore & UK Governments commit to building cybersecurity capacity for Commonwealth

Singapore and the United Kingdom have taken their commitment to cybersecurity cooperation and teamwork to a new level this week.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Apr 2018

Stories from Other Regions

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Local MPs the key to injecting government relations into business

Local members of parliament are a good start for communication, and can help to inject government relations into any business.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Sep 2018

Digital Transformation

Something to say to government? SMBs often last to be heard

Regional business owners may feel like those in central government are worlds away and have no idea how to connect.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018

Quantum Computing

Australian Government signs massive $1 billion agreement with IBM

The Australian Government has signed a AU$1 billion, five-year deal with IBM to enhance digital services with AI, blockchain, and quantum technology.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jul 2018

Microsoft

NSW Government signs agreement with Microsoft to globalise data

NSW Government and Microsoft sign deal to boost digital and data capabilities, unearthing new insights in the process.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018

Government

Survey finds sharp decline in Auckland business confidence

1 year ago Auckland businesses were feeling relatively optimistic about the economy, but fast-forward to the present and that has drastically changed.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Jun 2018