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The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms
EduTech

The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms

Ministry of Education's Ellen MacGregor- Reid has revealed the profound impact AI is having on New Zealand's education.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Free coding challenge for NZ students thanks to WiseTech Global
Marketing Technologies

Free coding challenge for NZ students thanks to WiseTech Global

Grok Academy, with support from WiseTech Global, is offering the 2024 NCSS Challenge free to all NZ students, promoting inclusivity in coding from 29th July.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Addressing New Zealand's productivity crisis by tapping into digital skills
Digital Transformation

Addressing New Zealand's productivity crisis by tapping into digital skills

New Zealand's productivity faces stagnation, but Digital Boost, a free Government-funded platform, aims to empower businesses with vital digital skills.

By Ana Ivanovic-Tongue • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Digital Literacy stories

Mouse motion simulators pose potential cyberthreat risk
Malware

Mouse motion simulators pose potential cyberthreat risk

Kaspersky warns that mouse motion simulators, popular with remote workers, could pose significant cyber threats if sourced from unknown vendors.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push
Artificial Intelligence

Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push

Australian companies outpace US, UK, and Europe in AI readiness, with 90% prioritising AI literacy and GTM leaders gearing up for a 20% tech investment increase by 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
National Coding Week focuses on how AI is impacting coding
Digital Transformation

National Coding Week focuses on how AI is impacting coding

National Coding Week highlights the transformative role of AI in coding, with experts urging updated education to prepare future developers for AI-generated code.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Digital EHS tools face adoption roadblocks despite benefits
Artificial Intelligence

Digital EHS tools face adoption roadblocks despite benefits

Research by Intelex and Verdantix unveils key obstacles to mobile EHS app adoption, with 82% citing lack of devices and 76% pointing to connectivity issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Ashurst reveals time-saving benefits of generative AI trials
Digital Transformation

Ashurst reveals time-saving benefits of generative AI trials

Ashurst's Vox PopulAI report reveals time-saving benefits from generative AI trials, with tasks seeing up to 80% reduction.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Literacy stories

Five best practices for consumers to protect their personal data in the new world of AI
Data Protection

Five best practices for consumers to protect their personal data in the new world of AI

As concerns about AI escalate, Australians are urged to adopt five key practices to better protect their personal data and enhance digital security.

By James Blake • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Indosat & GoTo launch Sahabat-AI for Bahasa Indonesia
Unified Communications

Indosat & GoTo launch Sahabat-AI for Bahasa Indonesia

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and GoTo unveil Sahabat-AI, an open-source AI ecosystem for Bahasa Indonesia, promoting digital sovereignty and linguistic heritage.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals
Physical Security

Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals

Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection
Malware

Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has launched IMSecure, reinforcing their commitment to data protection, aiming to fortify customer trust against digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
97% of Australians targeted by digital scams, says PayPal report
Marketing Technologies

97% of Australians targeted by digital scams, says PayPal report

A PayPal study reveals 97% of Australians have faced online scam attempts, with most turning to millennials for tech safety support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Calls intensify for AI integration in national curriculum
EduTech

Calls intensify for AI integration in national curriculum

Experts are calling for AI integration in the national curriculum, highlighting its necessity to prepare Generation Alpha for future digital landscapes.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum
Support

Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum

A new report reveals that two-thirds of Australian educators are struggling to implement the nation's Digital Technologies Curriculum, calling for urgent support and action.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare
Ransomware

Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare

As cyber attacks surge, doctors warn clinics to protect operations, with some even considering a return to paper records.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
How connected schools are reducing the strain on overloaded teachers
EduTech

How connected schools are reducing the strain on overloaded teachers

Connected schools in Australia are easing the teacher shortage crisis by leveraging technology to enhance classroom connectivity, collaboration, and learning experiences.

By Phil Gaut • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024