Exciting IoT Developments Across Aotearoa

06 December 2024

What a year for IoT in Aotearoa! As we wind down for the holiday season, and enjoy some well-deserved time with our whānau and friends, we’re excited to share some fantastic news with you! Please join us in welcoming our new co-Chairs, Jenna Whitman, Chief Information Security Officer at Callaghan Innovation, and Steven Dirven, Chief Technology Officer at … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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New Zealand lawyer ‘not surprised’ if Australian laws change for retail biometrics use

02 December 2024

Source: Biometric Update Website Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) hosted a discussion led by NEC New Zealand on “Facial Recognition and CCTV Integration in Retail Security” this week, with a panel including data privacy, government and legal experts. It comes amidst industry anticipation of the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner’s conclusions on supermarket chain Foodstuff’s results from its … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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Unlocking productivity in New Zealand with AI

28 November 2024

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are potentially the most transformational technologies of our time. Recent advances in generative AI have provided the world with a glimpse of the new opportunities AI will create, but the full potential of the technology has yet to be unlocked. Over the past 30 years per capita incomes in NZ … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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Navigating the future: essential AI governance strategies for boards

25 September 2024

Avoid an AI governance blind spot! Board members need to seriously consider artificial intelligence (AI) governance as AI becomes integral to business operations. Understanding its impact is key to fulfilling their duty of care, managing risks and guiding their organisations in using AI responsibly and ethically. As I took on more governance roles, I recognised … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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AI Governance: Strategies for success

19 September 2024

As AI continues to transform the way we work, learn and connect, strong AI governance is key to ensuring success. It helps organisations use AI responsibly, aligned with both their goals and ethical standards.  We’ve connected with industry leaders to explore practical strategies for success – covering everything from building solid frameworks to monitoring AI’s … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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Shape the future of AI in Architecture, Engineering and Construction

05 September 2024

The AI Forum is delighted to announce the establishment of the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Working Group.  The AEC sector is a vital part of New Zealand’s economy, contributing over $17.6 billion or 6.3% of GDP. However, like many industries, it faces challenges including productivity and preparing infrastructure for climate change. This is where … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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Spring into innovation | September 2024 News

03 September 2024

In this issue Insights from our Executive Director  During the last month there has been plenty of discussion in the media regarding gene technologies – should our companies and researchers have access to technology the rest of the world currently has access to? Special thanks to Dr Revel Drummond, Plant and Food Research and Dr … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"

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Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology

Te Whanganui-a-Tara – Aotearoa will cope more efficiently with torrential weather such as record rainfall if it embraces technology faster, the NZ IoT Alliance executive director Alison Mackie says. Much of New Zealand has seen record rainfall this year as mother nature makes herself known. But Mackie is an advocate for technology which can be a … Continue reading "Water, water everywhere now is the time for technology"
23 February 2023
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NZTech Inform – your personal challenge!

Have you considered helping your local Code Club, a nationwide network of free, volunteer-led coding clubs for kids?  You can become a volunteer by donating one hour of time per week.
14 November 2022
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Pham stepping down as NZTech chair

Pham worked tirelessly for NZTech and the NZTech board, guiding the growth of NZTech and helping it evolve in recent years.
07 November 2022
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The collaborative nature of IoT

Last month our executive council chair, Kriv Naicker, and executive director, Alison Mackie, hosted our annual general meeting. We presented on the previous 12 months, our strategic vision, core activities for 2022-2023, welcomed the new executive council, and said some farewells. Some of our notable achievements over the last 12 months is our work across … Continue reading "The collaborative nature of IoT"
03 November 2022
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Reflecting on the year that’s been and planning for the future

Last week we hosted our Annual Meeting where our co-chair, Shane Kerr, and deputy chair, Alana Pellow presented to our membership base a review of the journey our EdTech community has had over the last 12 months, our strategy moving forward, and announced our new executive council and said some farewells. Here are a few … Continue reading "Reflecting on the year that’s been and planning for the future"
01 November 2022
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NZTech Inform – Changing of the guard

Last week, after six incredible years of dedicated unpaid service, NZTech’s Chair, Mitchell Pham, passed the baton to the next generation. Mitchell
31 October 2022