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PNG government pushes digital transformation and AI agenda on Safer Internet Day

Papua New Guinea is accelerating its push toward digital transformation and artificial intelligence as key drivers of long-term economic growth and government reform. Speaking during Safer Internet Day 2026, Acting…

Could New Zealand Lead a Global Push for Safer and Fairer AI?

As artificial intelligence becomes widely used across New Zealand, public concern is rising over its risks, including misinformation, privacy breaches, and misuse in sensitive areas. Surveys show strong adoption of…

Unclear AI Rules Leaving New Zealand Businesses Hesitant to Adopt Technology

New Zealand businesses are adopting artificial intelligence at a surface level but remain cautious about deeper integration due to the absence of clear national regulations, according to experts. Researchers argue…

AI regulation in New Zealand: what’s coming

AI regulation in New Zealand is under growing scrutiny as international frameworks, particularly the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act, begin to set global benchmarks for governance. Experts warn that New…

New Zealand Unveils “Going for Growth” Reform Agenda to Strengthen Education and Employment System

New Zealand’s “Going for Growth” programme outlines a wide-ranging set of reforms aimed at improving education, employment outcomes, and workforce participation. The strategy focuses on building a more responsive education…

Australian Government Sets Three-Pillar Strategy for National AI Development and Safety

The Australian Government has released its official response to the Senate Select Committee on Adopting Artificial Intelligence, outlining a coordinated national strategy to guide AI development, adoption, and regulation. Central…

Australia Introduces National AI Assurance Framework for Government Use

Australia has released a National Framework for the Assurance of Artificial Intelligence in Government, jointly agreed by federal, state, and territory governments in June 2024. The framework is designed to…

Australia’s Copyright Laws Spark Debate Over AI Sovereignty and National Security Risks

Australia’s current copyright framework is increasingly being debated as a strategic issue in the development of artificial intelligence, with critics arguing it limits the country’s ability to build domestic frontier…

Australia’s New AI Roadmap Focuses on Growth, Safety Oversight, and Economic Opportunity

Australia has released a new National AI Plan aimed at positioning the country as a leading destination for artificial intelligence investment while strengthening its digital economy. The strategy focuses on…

China’s five-year plan and the race for tech and AI dominance

China has unveiled an ambitious long-term blueprint aimed at positioning itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies by 2030. The plan, outlined in its latest five-year…