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The IT acquisition that puts Canberra in a tough spot
With reports of excessive price hikes and other problems since Broadcom's acquistion of VMware, government agencies may need to consider an exit strategy. [ + ]
What Australia's new public sector Chief AI Officers need to get right
Every Australian Government department and agency must appoint a Chief AI Officer (CAIO) by July, a first for the APAC public sector. [ + ]
Rethinking endpoint security: the overlooked risk in hybrid public sector work
As we approach Data Privacy Week, it's an opportune moment for public sector agencies to reassess how they approach endpoint security. [ + ]
Comparing NZ and Australia on AI: adoption-first versus guardrails-first
In Wellington and Canberra the approach to AI policy has been somewhat different. [ + ]
From legacy to launchpad: how mainframe modernisation can accelerate government AI aspirations
By running AI directly on their mainframes, public agencies gain a secure, self-managed and resilient environment to scale AI adoption for years to come. [ + ]
Australia’s National AI Plan: what government leaders need to know
The National AI Plan aims to align investment, skills, public service transformation and guardrails in a pragmatic, Australian way. [ + ]
How the Australian Government can boost cybersecurity awareness
With the right messaging, the Australian Government has an opportunity to foster a cyber-smart culture that matches its ambitions for digital growth. [ + ]
Agentic AI and data sovereignty: considerations for Australia's public sector future
Australia's public sector should embrace agentic AI to enhance citizen outcomes, but it must do so with clear understanding of both the opportunities and risks. [ + ]
Encrypted apps, AI, and cloud surveillance in policing
How Australia and New Zealand will be using technology to fight crime in 2026. [ + ]
Protecting the infrastructure behind Australia's AI ambitions
AI will shape Australia's future economy and its public institutions, but that future depends on our ability to protect the infrastructure that makes it possible. [ + ]
Why sovereign AI is becoming a strategic priority in Australia
The emerging need for sovereign AI in Australia should be a wake-up call for public sector entities. [ + ]
AI innovation must be national priority to secure Australia’s AI future
This is a defining moment for Australia to act and invest with an infrastructure-first approach, and the government has a key role to play. [ + ]
Avoiding common pitfalls in public sector AI adoption
Public sector AI investments often fail to deliver ROI due to a narrow focus on short-term efficiency or productivity gains and ill-defined goals. [ + ]
From principles to practice: OECD E‑Leaders 2025 in Sydney and the road to Government 3.0
Why the E‑Leaders moment matters — right now: moving towards Government 3.0. [ + ]
Sovereign AI for Australia: defining and delivering our future
The question for government is how to ensure AI strengthens our autonomy, protects our citizens, and creates lasting economic value. [ + ]
