ICT sector stories
New Zealand’s tech exports hit NZD $20bn, led by ICT growth
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New Zealand’s tech exports climbed to NZD $20bn in 2025, led by ICT growth, becoming the country’s third largest export sector after dairy and tourism.
New Zealand’s best in cybersecurity honoured at 2025 iSANZ Awards
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New Zealand’s top cybersecurity experts and organisations were honoured at the 2025 iSANZ Awards amid rising cybercrime losses of NZD $1.6 billion annually.
Coralogix appoints Chetan Chaudhary as Chief Revenue Officer
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Coralogix appoints Chetan Chaudhary as Chief Revenue Officer to lead global sales and AI-driven growth after strong USD $100 million revenue year.
More than a third of STEM professionals consider moving abroad
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Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.
Trustmarque & Ultima merge to form GBP £1 billion IT giant
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Trustmarque and Ultima have merged, forming a GBP £1 billion IT firm with 1,000 staff, poised to lead UK's digital transformation in AI and cloud services.
IT & tech staff rank among world's least motivated workers
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Global research finds IT and tech staff among the least motivated workers, scoring 70.8%, with finance sectors trailing lower; management consulting leads at 76.2%.
NetApp & Nasscom Foundation launch AI skills drive in India
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NetApp partners with Nasscom Foundation to train underserved Indian engineering graduates in AI and data science, enhancing skills and job readiness.
Australia targets up to AUD $73.3 billion boost for AI by 2028
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Australia aims to attract up to AUD $73.3 billion in private investment for AI and data centres by 2028 under its expanded National AI Capability Plan.
Fusion5 buys Kordia’s managed IT business
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Fusion5 has acquired Kordia’s managed IT business, gaining 26 experts to boost its services while Kordia refocuses on core cybersecurity and connectivity sectors.
Cyber risks, regulation & talent shortages top 2025 concerns
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Australian businesses list cyber attacks, regulatory changes and talent shortages as top risks for 2025, per Aon’s global risk survey highlighting local challenges.
Docusign founder joins artius.iD board to boost digital ID security
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Docusign founder Court Lorenzini joins artius.iD board to enhance digital ID security amid rising AI-driven cyber threats and identity fraud.
Scotland urged to seize AI opportunity & build global tech hub
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Scotland must harness its renewable energy and data centres to become a global AI hub, driving economic growth and innovation, experts urge.
Karen Williams joins Ciphr as chief revenue officer to drive growth
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Karen Williams has been named chief revenue officer at Ciphr to lead growth and revenue operations as the firm expands its HR and payroll software business.
TechWorks launches initiative to boost UK women in technology
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TechWorks launches Women in TechWorks to boost UK women's careers in tech, focusing on recruitment, retention, mentoring and celebrating achievements.
Altnets appoints Andy Ainsley as Commercial Director to drive UK growth
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Altnets appoints Andy Ainsley as Commercial Director to spearhead UK growth and expand its influence in the data centre and digital infrastructure market.
Leaders urge budget to back workforce roles & cybersecurity
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Canadian business leaders call on the federal budget to adopt responsible AI adoption and strengthen cybersecurity for global competitiveness.
Budget 2025: Leaders say AI and infrastructure key to growth
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Canada’s federal budget pledges CAD $2.4 billion to AI and tech, aiming to boost innovation and global competitiveness in a rapidly evolving sector.
LogicMonitor hires John Grosshans to drive global expansion goals
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LogicMonitor appoints John Grosshans as President of Field Operations to accelerate global expansion and unify its go-to-market strategy amid strong growth.
UK developer pay hits record levels as AI skills drive demand
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UK developer salaries hit record highs, with AI specialists earning up to GBP £122,000 as demand for advanced tech skills surges amid industry growth.
UK tech scale-ups trail in board-level AI expertise, risking growth
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Only 32% of UK tech scale-ups have AI experts on their boards, risking growth compared to FTSE 350 firms with higher board-level AI expertise.