AI Forum Executive Council Elections & Annual Meeting 2025

17 September 2025

Our Executive Council is committed to building on our success, setting the strategic direction of the AI Forum and providing Board oversight for its activities. This is your opportunity to join.

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Why do data centres matter?

17 September 2025

In our increasingly digital world, data centres have become the unsung heroes powering everyday life in Aotearoa New Zealand. But what exactly is a data centre, and why should we … Continue reading "Life sciences summit crucial for NZ’s economic future"

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Connect, Inspire and Celebrate Women in Tech

16 September 2025

Spring has arrived with longer days and some glorious sunshine. It’s our most changeable season - beautiful one day, wild the next - and in a way that feels like life right now too.

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Empowering our digital future

15 September 2025

Last week, alongside Hon Simon Watts, Minister for Energy and Climate Change, we proudly launched our latest landmark report: Empowering Aotearoa New Zealand's Digital Future - Our National Data Centre Infrastructure.

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How do data centres power our everyday lives?

15 September 2025

Have you ever wondered what keeps your favourite apps running, your online banking working, or your video calls crystal clear? The answer is simple but powerful: data centres.

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Driving IoT Growth: People, Innovation, Impact

12 September 2025

We are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Executive Council members: Mohammed Hassanien (Spark) and Peter Lambrechtsen (Middleware). We’re excited to see the perspectives and expertise they bring as the Alliance continues to champion IoT innovation and adoption across Aotearoa.

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Landmark report reveals data centres as engines of NZ’s digital future

11 September 2025

Minister for Energy and Climate Change Hon Simon Watts to launch a new study on New Zealand’s data centre infrastructure. The new research shows the sector underpins $93 billion in economic activity and positions New Zealand as global leader in sustainable digital infrastructure.

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Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025

11 September 2025

The annual meeting of the New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is coming soon and that means election season is now upon us!

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Powering our everyday lives

08 September 2025

Data centres have quietly become the backbone of our digital economy, but their full impact has never been properly quantified, until now.

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Tech Exports Surge to $11.4b as Sector Powers NZ Economy

05 September 2025

New Zealand’s technology sector cemented its place as the country’s third-largest export earner in 2024, with goods and services worth $11.4 billion heading offshore — behind only dairy and tourism … Continue reading "Life sciences summit crucial for NZ’s economic future"

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Welcome to the First Edition of the AI Governance Working Group Monthly Digest!

03 September 2025

In the July-August digest, we share highlights from our working group, along with relevant events or learning opportunities, and curated resources — all aimed at keeping our community connected and informed on the evolving landscape of AI governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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AI in Action: How NZ is gaining real wins

01 September 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving from hype to real impact in Aotearoa. From automating routine processes to enhancing decision-making, AI is now embedded in our everyday work.

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NZ IoT: Change is Coming

29 August 2025

This month, I’m spotlighting two major developments that may impact New Zealand IoT device manufacturers and users.

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Don't Blink - BioTechNZ is Moving Fast!

28 August 2025

I feel like my feet aren't even touching the ground — I’m so proud of what the BioTechNZ team and our ambassadors are achieving! My dream was to see New Zealand back on the global stage, and we are absolutely knocking it out of the park.

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Connection by connection, we can grow together

27 August 2025

When the white smoke starts billowing from NZTech’s chimney, it signifies that a new Executive Director has been elected by the EdTechNZ Executive Council.

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Media Releases

Life sciences summit crucial for NZ’s economic future

The inaugural March 22-23 event, run by BioTechNZ , will unite Aotearoa’s life sciences and biotech communities across all sectors including agriculture, environment, industrial as well as human health, BioTechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says. 
23 November 2022
Media Releases

Tech critical to reduce NZ emissions

The idea that New Zealand can reach its emissions targets without relying heavily on technology and innovation has always struck the tech ecosystem as strange, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says.
08 November 2022
Media Releases

Pham stepping down as NZTech chair

Pham worked tirelessly for NZTech and the NZTech board, guiding the growth of NZTech and helping it evolve in recent years.
07 November 2022
Industry News

AI for the Kiwi and global environment

Aotearoa’s native environment can hugely benefit from artificial intelligence (AI) in a fast changing climate world, AIForumNZ executive director Madeline Newman says.
01 November 2022
Industry News

AI in healthcare, NZ leading the world

AI is on the verge of making massive changes in New Zealand’s public health system which has been facing structural resourcing issues in the last two years, exacerbated by the covid pandemic.
31 October 2022
Media Releases

2022 Australia & New Zealand EdTech 50

The Australia & New Zealand EdTech 50 is HolonIQ's annual list of the most promising EdTech startups from Australia and New Zealand.
31 October 2022