The narrative from tech companies that AI will mainly augment jobs is looking increasingly hollow as evidence grows that the case for implementing AI largely rests on cutting labour costs.

New Zealand’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must embrace digital transformation or risk falling behind in an increasingly competitive global economy, says accounting software giant Xero. 

AI efficiencies and investment priorities features strongly in the latest wave of job layoffs at Microsoft, but a revamp of vocational training locally sees a glaring gap when it comes to all things tech.

New Zealand has a strong digital sector, but we need to match our ambition with action. Talent development alone isn’t enough—we must lift professionalism, recognition, and accountability to build a sustainable digital economy. Part 2 on the response to our governments Going for Growth strategy.

Will the latest reform on vocational education and training future-proof our workforce, or will it force digital technology into a rigid system that doesn’t fit? Read our response to the latest targeted consultation.

The video games sector is thriving, thanks in part to a tax subsidy designed to avoid the industry losing talent to Australia.