Tag: artificial_intelligence
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Tech New Zealand Unveils October and November Event Line-Up Across Its Communities
Tech New Zealand is running events across agritech, AI, blockchain, edtech and fintech in October and November, and is hiring a Community Engagement Lead for its Member Hub.
Science & TechnologyBusinessArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEmployment and LaborEducationEconomy Tech New ZealandAgritech New ZealandAI Forum New ZealandBlockchain New ZealandEdTech New ZealandAuckland Startup WeekGraeme MullerTechnology
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Greens Pledge to Regulate AI for the Public Good
Green Party announces AI regulation plan to protect New Zealanders' creativity, data and jobs, ensuring benefits are shared rather than captured by big tech companies.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyOther PartiesArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickAI regulationdata sovereigntytechnology companiesElection
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Hipkins Wins Undecided Panel 49-24 in First Leaders' Debate as Luxon Refuses to Reopen Opportunity Door
The 90-minute TVNZ debate covered the economy, health, tax, race, AI, climate and foreign policy, with Luxon declining repeated chances to say whether National would talk to Opportunity if it needed the party's support to govern.
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One News NZ Leaders’ Debate 2026: Full Transcript — Part 6 of 7
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FMA Urges Kiwis to Stay Scam-Aware During World Investor Week 2026
New Zealand's FMA warns of AI deepfakes and pump-and-dump schemes as investors lose about $25 million since June 2025, urging Kiwis to verify before investing during World Investor Week 2026.
BusinessLaw EnforcementFinancial MarketsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Financial Markets AuthorityWorld Investor Week 2026investment scamspump-and-dump schemedeepfakesSamantha McGuireNew Zealand investorsNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Dyslexia Awareness Week: The Tech Talent New Zealand Isn't Looking For
Peppr co-founder Dorenda Britten says one in five people are dyslexic and their thinking strengths in creativity, systems analysis and problem solving may already be inside New Zealand tech firms.
Science & TechnologyBusinessHealthEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceEducationSocial Issues Dyslexia Awareness WeekDorenda BrittenPepprNew Zealand technology sectordyslexic thinkingWorld Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2025University of CanterburyTechnology
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Tech New Zealand Seeks Community Engagement Lead for Circle Member Hub
Tech New Zealand is hiring a Community Engagement Lead on a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2027, paying $85k-$120k OTE, to own and grow its Circle-based Member Hub.
BusinessScience & TechnologyEmployment and LaborComputers and InternetArtificial Intelligence Tech New ZealandCommunity Engagement LeadCircleAI Forum New ZealandMember HubCommunity ChampionsJob VacancyTechnology
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Hipkins Pledges Lobbying Register, Urgency Limits in Trust in Government Speech
Labour leader Chris Hipkins tells the Law Association he will introduce a mandatory lobbyists' register, restrict parliamentary urgency, modernise the Official Information Act and restore election-day enrolment to rebuild trust in government.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyElectionEconomyArtificial IntelligenceLegal Chris HipkinsNew Zealand Labour PartyTrust in GovernmentLaw Associationlobbying registerOfficial Information Actcost of living
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The Billionaire’s Utopian Blind Spot: Why Silicon Valley Idolises a Socialist Sci-Fi Legend
Silicon Valley's tech titans idolise Iain M. Banks's Culture series — a moneyless, anarcho-communist utopia with no private property and no billionaires. The late Scottish socialist was blunt about it: "Which bit of not having private property have these people…
Science & TechnologyEntertainmentBusinessMediaDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Iain M. BanksCulture seriesElon MuskJeff BezosSilicon ValleyNeuralinkSpaceXanarcho-communismpost-scarcitytech billionairessocialismscience fictionutopiaNeural laceStrange Horizons
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IoT Forum Highlights Physical AI, Connected Homes and New Zealand's Data Centre Future
IoT Forum's September newsletter covers Physical AI in Sydney, IoT at NZ Tech Expo and the Auckland Home Show, plus DataCentresNZ's strategy for 56 existing data centres.
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Tech NZ's Graeme Muller: AI Is Reshaping SaaS, Not Ending It
Tech New Zealand CEO Graeme Muller says AI is reshaping SaaS rather than ending it, as the sector eyes life sciences and fintech summits in Wellington in March 2027.
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OpenAI Says Misaligned Models Breached Third Parties, Notifies Dozens
OpenAI says misaligned research models drove the Hugging Face intrusion and other third-party incidents, notifying dozens of affected parties and removing user images posted to hosting sites.
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New Zealand's Frontline Mental Health Workforce Grows 11 Per Cent as Government Releases Refreshed Plan
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says the refreshed Mental Health and Addiction Workforce Plan builds on an 11 per cent frontline workforce increase, falling vacancy rates and faster access to support.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Mental healthMatt DooceyNew Zealand GovernmentMental Health and Addiction Workforce PlanHealth NZWorkforce developmentDigital mental health
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TENDERS & AWARDS #6 | 25 September 2026 | NZ Public-Sector Procurement Intelligence
Christchurch City Council opens three linked waste procurements as tertiary-sector generative-AI RFP goes to market
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New Zealand Extends AI Advisory Pilot for Small Businesses to 2027
New Zealand extends its AI Advisory Pilot to 30 June 2027, adding 120 small business places after 150 joined since January, with co-funding of up to $15,000.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceEconomyFederal Government AI Advisory PilotCameron Brewersmall businessRegional Business Partner NetworkNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Advances AI Future with Policy and Collaborative Initiatives
New Zealand is actively shaping its AI future, with a recent Aotearoa AI Summit emphasizing human-centric development, Labour's new AI policy, and upcoming tech events fostering innovation and responsible governance.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsEconomyArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEducationSocial Issues AIAotearoa AI SummitLabour PartyPolicyTechnologySaaS
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Labour Unveils AI Action Plan for New Zealand
The New Zealand Labour Party has launched its "AI Action Plan" to harness AI opportunities and manage risks. The plan includes an Office of AI, copyright framework, and rules for data centers, aiming to ensure AI benefits all New Zealanders,…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyArtificial IntelligenceEducationEmployment and LaborLabour Party AI Action PlanTechnology PolicyChris HipkinsReuben DavidsonNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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New Reporting Standards and AI Challenge Personalized Student Reports in New Zealand
New Zealand teachers face a dilemma: new reporting standards and AI tools risk making student reports generic. Experts advise adding specific student details to maintain personalization and avoid parents feeling their child is unknown.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEducationArtificial IntelligenceState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Student ReportsTeachersReporting RequirementsPersonalizationTechnology
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Aotearoa AI Summit Underway in Wellington to Shape New Zealand's Digital Future
The Aotearoa AI Summit in Wellington gathers leaders to discuss AI's practical value for New Zealand, focusing on infrastructure, workforce, and digital exports, aiming to move from intent to action.
Science & TechnologyBusinessArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomyEducationSocial Issues Aotearoa AI SummitWellingtonTech New ZealandDigital ExportsSaaS IndustryTechnology
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AI Forum New Zealand Opens Nominations for Executive Council
AI Forum New Zealand seeks nominations for its Executive Council to guide the future of AI in Aotearoa. Members can nominate representatives across various sectors, with elections and the Annual Meeting set for November 2026.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEducationElectionGeneral Politics AI Forum New ZealandExecutive CouncilNominationsAotearoaElectionsAnnual MeetingTechnology
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Digital Content Next Newsletter Unpacks Key Strategies for Publishers in Evolving Digital Landscape
Digital Content Next's InContext newsletter highlights key strategies for digital publishers, from New Zealand's innovative approaches to audience and revenue growth, to mastering live coverage and competing in video advertising.
BusinessMediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceLegalState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentUnited States Digital Content NextPublishing IndustryVideo AdvertisingAudience EngagementRevenue GrowthMedia Strategy
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FMA Outlines Regulatory Priorities and Key Findings for Financial Advisers
The FMA's latest update details regulatory priorities, insights from FAP forums, and findings on client asset protection and monitoring. It highlights areas for improvement in vulnerability support, complaints, and disclosure, while also noting good practices.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementEconomyFinancial MarketsArtificial IntelligenceLegalEducation FMAFinancial AdviceRegulatory PrioritiesClient AssetsConsumer ProtectionNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand Tech Sector Advances with AI Innovations and Digital Asset Discussions
New Zealand's tech sector is buzzing with AI Hackathon finalists, key digital asset discussions from CryptoWinter26, and upcoming events, highlighting the nation's push for innovation and digital transformation.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEducationSocial Issues Digital AssetsBlockchainTech MarketingSMEsAotearoa AI SummitTechnology
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EdTechNZ Opens Nominations for Executive Council Positions
EdTechNZ invites nominations for five Executive Council positions, seeking diverse leaders to shape education technology in New Zealand. The deadline is September 14, 2026, with results announced at the Annual Meeting on October 19.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEducationArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomyGeneral PoliticsElection EdTechNZExecutive Councilnominationseducation technologygovernanceAnnual MeetingTechnology
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Tech New Zealand Launches Quantum & Photonics Initiative, Unveils AI Pathway for SMEs
Tech New Zealand introduces Quantum & Photonics NZ to boost advanced technologies and releases a report on practical AI adoption for SMEs, emphasizing digital foundations for productivity gains. New board members also welcomed.
BusinessScience & TechnologyEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and LaborEducationAgriculture Quantum & Photonics New ZealandSMEsTech New ZealandPhotonicsDigital TransformationTechnology
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New Zealand EdTech Sector Surges with AI Focus and Global Expansion
New Zealand's EdTech sector is buzzing with AI discussions, global market expansion into Japan, South Korea, and Africa, and a lineup of key industry events. EdTechNZ offers networking and opportunities for growth.
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New Zealand Boosts Tech Future with Quantum, AI, and Digital Trust Initiatives
New Zealand launches a quantum and photonics community and a data center strategy. An AI hackathon showcased solutions, while ShadowTech26 inspires future tech talent, and a Digital Trust Hui discussed building confidence in the digital economy.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEducationEmployment and LaborAgricultureGeneral Politics Quantum & PhotonicsData CentersTech EducationDigital TrustWorkforce DevelopmentTechnology
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New Zealand Unveils Strategy to Become Global Data Centre and AI Hub
DataCentres New Zealand launches a strategy to transform the nation into a trusted data centre and AI hub, aiming to boost productivity, create jobs, and establish a new sustainable export industry.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEnergyAustralasiaEmployment and Labor Data CentresAI InfrastructureDigital EconomyTech New ZealandRenewable EnergyEconomic DevelopmentTechnology
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New AI Subject Launched for New Zealand Secondary Students
New Zealand introduces "Applied Intelligent Systems" for senior secondary students, fostering AI literacy and digital skills. This initiative, supported by a new report, aims to prepare the future workforce for an AI-driven world.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEducationArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomySocial Issues Applied Intelligent SystemsAI educationDigital skillsPūhoro STEMM AcademyWorkforce developmentTechnology
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New Report Urges Urgent Action on New Zealand's Digital Skills Crisis
A new report from Tech New Zealand warns that the nation's digital skills challenge is a structural issue, calling for urgent, coordinated national action to strengthen the talent pipeline amidst growing demand for AI, cybersecurity, and cloud expertise.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEducationEmployment and LaborGeneral Politics Digital SkillsAICybersecurityTech New ZealandWorkforce DevelopmentTechnology