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Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud
EduTech

Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud

The Ministry of Justice's latest crime survey reveals a surge in online fraud, highlighting an urgent need for a coordinated multi-agency response, says Netsafe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Councils need not reinvent the water wheel
Agricultural Technology

Councils need not reinvent the water wheel

Councils could cut costs and improve freshwater decisions by reusing shared models instead of commissioning dozens of one-off systems.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Canon NZ launches 2024 Grants Program with $20,000 in funds
EduTech

Canon NZ launches 2024 Grants Program with $20,000 in funds

Canon New Zealand's 2024 Grants Program offers $20,000 in funding to support initiatives in education, community, environment, and introduces a cultural category.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Is the Te Huia train hitting its KPIs?
Ministry for the Environment

Is the Te Huia train hitting its KPIs?

Patronage is rising and subsidy dependence is easing, bolstering the case for keeping the Auckland-Hamilton service running beyond its trial.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Emissions Trading Scheme underperforming
Agricultural Technology

Emissions Trading Scheme underperforming

New research says tighter oversight of five sectors could make New Zealand’s emissions scheme cut pollution faster without slowing growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024
NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction
Agricultural Technology

NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction

NZTech unveils a report outlining the crucial role technology may have in cutting emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024
Can the private sector help restore our marine environment?
Risk & Compliance

Can the private sector help restore our marine environment?

New funding models are needed to close a financing gap that is leaving marine ecosystems under-protected as climate and biodiversity pressures mount.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Environment stories

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation
Health Technologies

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Sonatype launches SBOM Manager to enhance software security
Software-as-a-Service

Sonatype launches SBOM Manager to enhance software security

Sonatype releases its SBOM Manager, a crucial tool to help organisations track and manage software components.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Siemens debuts AI-accelerated Solido Simulation Suite for IC design
Semiconductors

Siemens debuts AI-accelerated Solido Simulation Suite for IC design

Siemens has launched the AI-accelerated Solido Simulation Suite, set to revolutionise next-gen IC design with unparalleled speed and accuracy enhancements.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Apple reveals visionOS 2 upgrade for Vision Pro with new features
Application Programming Interface

Apple reveals visionOS 2 upgrade for Vision Pro with new features

Apple introduces visionOS 2 for Vision Pro, unveiling new spatial photos, enhanced productivity tools, and developer APIs in a major update just months after launch.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Australia's data centres urged to cut emissions, go green
Storage

Australia's data centres urged to cut emissions, go green

Australia's data centres face significant environmental challenges, with rising carbon emissions set to double by 2030 due to energy-intensive AI applications, warns industry experts.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
UK businesses call for more support to meet net zero targets
Supply Chain

UK businesses call for more support to meet net zero targets

As World Environment Day nears, Australia's AU$399 million move to boost its Net Zero Economy Authority shines a spotlight on the UK's business struggle needing £ support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
GitHub enhances AI developer tool with Copilot Extensions
Virtualisation

GitHub enhances AI developer tool with Copilot Extensions

GitHub launches Copilot Extensions to streamline AI-driven development, integrating tools from top partners like DataStax and Azure directly into the IDE.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Environment stories

Rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector
Robotics

Rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector

Autodesk and Deloitte's joint report highlights rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector, with AI playing a crucial role for future growth.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Immersive Labs partners with DoD for enhanced cyber training
Education, Learning & Training

Immersive Labs partners with DoD for enhanced cyber training

Immersive Labs teams up with the US Department of Defense to offer advanced cyber training, enhancing military personnel's skills to counter escalating cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion
Power / Energy

RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion

RecycleSmart raises $1.15m from 1014 investors as demand for its innovative waste management services doubles. Expansion set to boost Australia's recycling efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024