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WeRobotics launches global drone data challenge

The winner will receive $235,000 for using drones and data in unique ways to address local challenges and big topics such as humanitarian aid.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019

Marketing Technologies

Interview: GitHub's promise to diversity and social impact

GitHub is primarily a collaborative approach to coding and technical expertise, but dig a little deeper and you find that the company is so much more.

By Sara Barker • 7 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2018

Unified Communications

PCs, AI and... social isolation? Survey hints at next 50 years of tech

Although only 18% of respondents report a heavy use of tech to manage their homes today, 69% believe they will be heavy tech users in 50 years.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2018

Hyperscale

Why NEXTDC believes corporate social responsibility is vital

NEXTDC launches 'Live to Give' CSR program, partnering with The Smith Family, Pledge 1%, and offering $1 to $1 donation matching for key charities.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018

Supply Chain

Microsoft preparing displaced Aussies for future in tech

Microsoft has partnered with the government to provide digital skills to workers whose roles were displaced by automotive manufacturing plant closure.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Social issues stories

Social enterprise

Community startup and home care platform join forces to care for the elderly

Together, WeVisit and Mycare aim to address some of the most essential, personal challenges facing New Zealanders.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2017

Clean technologies

Schools invited to save the environment with digital tech

New Zealand schools can win $5,000 worth of tech gear by showcasing their positive environmental and social impact.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017

Health Technologies

Kiwi kids empowered by technology

Kiwi kids gather at High Tech Youth Meet Up in Manukau, developing tech skills and creating projects on social issues with guidance from top tech firms.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013