FutureFive New Zealand - Consumer technology news & reviews from the future

Opinion Stories - Page 132

Kiwi Stories

Opinion stories

The way it is and the way it should be
Digital Transformation

The way it is and the way it should be

A skilled labour crunch, weak investment and slow policy change are set to keep Aotearoa New Zealand’s construction sector under strain in 2025.

By Staff Writer • 12 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Where there’s a will, there’s always a way
Risk & Compliance

Where there’s a will, there’s always a way

New Zealand’s 545,000 small businesses could gain cheaper chemical compliance if ministers revive industry codes of practice, the sector says.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Opinion stories

Women, AI, and the future of ESG: why diverse perspectives matter
Artificial Intelligence

Women, AI, and the future of ESG: why diverse perspectives matter

As AI transforms ESG compliance, the call for diverse perspectives, particularly from women, is crucial for ethical and effective decision-making.

By Caroline Romo • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Artificial Intelligence is driving an infrastructure revolution
Unified Communications

Artificial Intelligence is driving an infrastructure revolution

The AI revolution is reshaping infrastructure demands, requiring advanced network designs and swift installations to meet escalating data needs.

By Alastair Waite • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
AI data centers: Can your cabling partner keep up with power moves?
Hyperscale

AI data centers: Can your cabling partner keep up with power moves?

As the AI revolution accelerates, data centres face unprecedented power demands, prompting a shift to non-traditional regions for construction and support.

By Alastair Waite • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
The business case for human-centric security research
Opinion

The business case for human-centric security research

The security industry's focus on technology overlooks a crucial element: the human factor, essential in crafting effective and tailored security solutions.

By Rachel Akbar • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
Digital Transformation

Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure

Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

By Itay Ozery • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
The global impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from key industries
Supply Chain

The global impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from key industries

The Trump administration's 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel imports send shockwaves through global industries, intensifying costs and supply chain challenges.

By Daniel Kohut • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Leveraging technology to stay ahead of rising payroll compliance penalties
Opinion

Leveraging technology to stay ahead of rising payroll compliance penalties

New wage laws in Australia criminalise intentional underpayment, leaving payroll teams facing stricter penalties and the need for advanced technology to ensure compliance.

By Nick Martin • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Why physical security for data centres differs from other facilities
Data Protection

Why physical security for data centres differs from other facilities

In an era dominated by data, the unique security needs of data centres demand specialised measures to protect invaluable assets and sensitive information.

By Nick Koletsis • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation
Ransomware

How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation

As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.

By Jason Whyte • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
The AI advantage: What's real; what's right and what's risky for law firms today?
Digital Transformation

The AI advantage: What's real; what's right and what's risky for law firms today?

As law firms race to adopt AI technologies, understanding their implications and the risks is crucial to ensure that speed doesn't compromise compliance.

By Jamie Ng • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density
Smart Cities

Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density

As Australia's urban centres grapple with rising density and parking challenges, innovative solutions from SenSen aim to enhance efficiency and curb congestion.

By Nathan Rogers • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations
Robotics

From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations

Manufacturers worldwide are embracing autonomous operations, leveraging AI and robotics to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and workforce capabilities.

By Scott Wooldridge • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Agentic AI accelerating the journey to autonomous networks
Data governance

Agentic AI accelerating the journey to autonomous networks

Agentic AI is set to revolutionise telecom networks, enabling them to operate with minimal human intervention and paving the way for fully autonomous operations.

By Sreekanth Sasidharan • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
Data Protection

DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

By Steve Moros • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

How CFOs can protect shareholder value when a crisis hits
Supply Chain

How CFOs can protect shareholder value when a crisis hits

CFOs are increasingly tasked with safeguarding shareholder value during crises, requiring effective communication to maintain confidence amidst uncertainty.

By Mark Devlin • 6 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025