The government has released its framework for use of AI in the public sector, a plan on a page that includes the usual responsible AI buzzwords but is light on detail and has a few important omissions.

A long overdue plan for the science sector was released this week with plans for a new research institution to focus on AI, quantum and synthetic biology. But Callaghan Innovation will disappear in the biggest innovation shake-up in 30 years.

HP’s security experts have uncovered some sophisticated emerging malware threats and have a warning about the growing role generative AI plays in assisting cybercriminals.

While federal efforts on issues like Section 230 reform and children’s online protection may advance, federal-level AI regulation and data privacy laws could potentially slow down due to the administration’s deregulatory stance.

If we thought 2024 was challenging, wait until we see what 2025 has in store for us with significant change ahead on a local and global scale. How we rise to the challenges will define us.

NZRise bows out, but its mission of gaining a level playing field for local tech companies in government procurement remains as important as ever.