A new generative AI (Gen AI) e-Learning module designed to help organisations use AI tools responsibly has been launched by our member, Simply Privacy. Gen AI offers numerous opportunities to innovate and provide services more efficiently, but it also has its limitations and creates risk we all need to understand. It provides learners with a …
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The AI Forum New Zealand is proud to have been one of only 80 organisations globally who were invited to contribute to the landmark report, International Scientific Report on the Safety of Advanced AI 2025. Following the publication of the Interim Report, the final version will be presented at the AI Action Summit in Paris, …
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New Zealand’s EdTech and Education Publishing sectors have long seen the United States as a key market, offering substantial opportunities to expand their reach. In 2025, two major education conferences – the ASCD Annual Conference (focused on general education) and ISTE Live 25 (centered on education technology), will be held together for the first time, …
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The IoT Alliance is excited to announce our upcoming Showcase event, taking place on Thursday 31 October 2024 at GridAKL.
09 October 2024
EdTechNZ Member Network for Learning (N4L) is excited to announce that Palo Alto Networks Ltd and 2degrees Mobile Ltd (2degrees) have been awarded long-term contracts as key partners in delivering N4L’s next iteration of the Managed Network service to schools and kura across Aotearoa New Zealand. These strategic partnerships will provide the next generation of …
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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 …
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Join us this spring as we embrace new beginnings, exciting events, and important updates from the NZ IoT Alliance.
24 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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