Public Sector stories

AWS has launched its first Asia Pacific Innovation Hub and AI Springboard programme in Singapore to boost AI adoption among local enterprises with up to SGD $600,000 support.

AWS has opened its first Asia Pacific Innovation Hub in Singapore, launching the AI Springboard to boost AI adoption among 300 local enterprises.

Ark Data Centres and Nebius to launch UK’s first NVIDIA Blackwell AI hub with GBP £7.5 billion investment, boosting local AI compute and innovation.

Discovery Consulting has appointed Su Soe as SAP S/4HANA Solution Advisory Lead to drive its national ERP and cloud transformation initiatives.

Over half of UK IT leaders plan to reduce reliance on US-based cloud providers, citing growing concerns over data sovereignty and regulatory control.

UK local authorities reported over 2,400 data breaches in 2024, highlighting concerns over device loss, human error, and public sector data security.

Telesmart earns Department of Internal Affairs’ security endorsement, joining a select group of NZ ICT providers trusted by the government for network services.

ICS.AI appoints Tim Irons as CFO to steer financial strategy and support growth of its AI solutions for UK public sector clients.

Viatel expands cybersecurity services across Ireland and the UK by acquiring Cybit Cyber's Belfast-based unit, enhancing protection for mid-market and enterprise clients.

Granicus launches Engagement Cloud in Australia and New Zealand to help public sector boost trust through personalised, data-driven communication and services.

Cybit sells its enterprise security division Cybit Cyber to Viatel, enabling both firms to focus on distinct growth and market strategies in technology services.

New Zealand’s Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.

Australian public sector rapidly adopts generative AI, with 94% using it, but faces challenges in infrastructure, security, and skills development for success.

Genetec has partnered with Sektor to distribute its physical security solutions across New Zealand, including opening a new technology centre in Auckland.

EfficiencyIT appoints Anthony Soares as Defence Lead Consultant to enhance secure, mission-critical infrastructure for the UK defence sector amid digital transformation.

Amazon will invest AUD $20 billion to expand its Australian data centres from 2025-29, aiming to boost AI adoption and create skilled jobs nationwide.

BeyondTrust has appointed Roshi Balendran as Regional Sales Director for ANZ to drive growth and strengthen identity security across the region.

ServiceNow rolls out its secure SPP-SG AI platform in Singapore, partnering with Nanyang Polytechnic to boost AI skills and support public sector innovation.

Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.

Orchestrating Identity names David Rennie as Chief Trust Officer to lead digital trust and compliance for businesses amid rising regulatory demands in the UK.