Government funding stories

RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025
5 days ago
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e-learning
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
RMIT has confirmed that its free Diploma of Information Technology for women and gender diverse individuals will continue in 2025, bolstered by government funding.

CIISec adds AI & quantum modules to CyberEPQ curriculum
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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edutech
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quantum computing
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ai
The Chartered Institute of Information Security introduces AI and quantum computing modules to its CyberEPQ programme, enhancing cybersecurity education for students.

South Australia's Kanyini satellite launched via SpaceX mission
Sun, 18th Aug 2024
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spacetech
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cleantech
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sustainability
Australia's first State Government-funded satellite, Kanyini, has been successfully launched into orbit onboard SpaceX's Transporter-11 mission, marking a significant milestone for South Australia's space sector.

How government support can bolster business cybersecurity
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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edutech
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data protection
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it training
With cyber threats at an all-time high, the UK’s new Labour government has a critical opportunity to strengthen business cybersecurity through legislative reform and support.

MAT finance leaders urge Labour for increased school funding
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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edutech
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fintech
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financial systems
MAT finance leaders have urged Labour to boost school funding, highlighting rising costs, pay awards, and SEND provisions as critical concerns from an IMP Software survey.

Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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edutech
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netsafe
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victim support
The Ministry of Justice's latest crime survey reveals a surge in online fraud, highlighting an urgent need for a coordinated multi-agency response, says Netsafe.

Quantum computing faces hype & hurdles, EY & Oxford caution
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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quantum computing
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cleantech
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sustainability
A whitepaper by EY and the University of Oxford’s RTI highlights the transformative potential of quantum computing while urging responsible innovation and risk mitigation.

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
Wed, 15th May 2024
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it training
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power / energy
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ai
Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.

UK Tech Minister emphasises trust for AI uptake in SMEs
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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llms
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ai
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collaboration
UK Tech Minister, Saqib Bhatti, emphasises the need for trust and transparency in AI to boost its acceptance among SMEs, highlighting a knowledge gap despite growing interest.

Scrumconnect awarded GBP £3.6m DWP contract for SME digital health service
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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healthtech
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productivity
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government funding
UK tech firm Scrumconnect Consulting secures a GBP £3.6m DWP contract to launch a digital service aiding SMEs in accessing government funding for occupational health assessments.

Aussie businesses want more support from Government - Xero survey
Tue, 4th May 2021
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
High expectations for Australian businesses ahead of the country's Federal Budget 2021-2022, says Xero survey. 27% want more support.

Fresh injection for Maori digital tech fund
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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government funding
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maori in tech
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ka hao
Māori Digital Tech Fund receives a fresh GBP £3.6 million boost, aiming to grow digital capabilities and create high-value jobs for Māori in NZ.

NSW government invests in local VR projects
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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cloud services
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r&d
The aim of the initiative is to help artists and cultural practitioners develop their skills and extend their audiences.

Akina welcomes $1.85m Government commitment to social enterprise
Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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social enterprise
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akina
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government funding
The Government's funding of $1.85m for New Zealand's social enterprise sector is welcomed by Akina, says CEO Alex Hannant.

Funding to help put a stop to online bullying
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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cyberbullying
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online safety
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government funding
Steps towards responsible digital citizenship have been made as a student led programme receives funding to tackle online bullying head on.

$6 million classrooms for Wellington school
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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collaboration
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ministry of education
Government to invest $6m in Khandallah School for a new nine-classroom block to improve infrastructure and accommodate roll growth.

Pushpay to raise $13.8 million from shareholders
Thu, 23rd Apr 2015
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sales
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pushpay
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investment
NZ mobile payment app developer Pushpay Holdings aims to raise $13.8m from shareholders through discounted share offer.

Rex Bionics widens full-year loss as commercialisation costs rise
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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rex bionics
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r&d
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government funding
Rex Bionics Plc, the New Zealand company listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market, said higher costs to commercialise its robotic exoskeletons.

SkyCity backs down, will stick to $402m convention centre budget
Sun, 15th Feb 2015
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skycity
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construction
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government funding
Casino and hoospitality operator SkyCity Entertainment will go back to the drawing board to design an international convention centre for Auckland.

Drought declared on NZ's South Island east coast, IRD invokes tax relief
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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government
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government funding
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farming
The government has declared drought conditions on the east coast of the South Island, triggering a range of support measures, and said the tax depa.