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ServiceNow to invest CAD $110 million in Canadian AI
Platform-as-a-Service

ServiceNow to invest CAD $110 million in Canadian AI

ServiceNow to pour CAD $110 million into Canadian AI, building local infrastructure, a Centre of Excellence and 100 skilled jobs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2025
SOVRA shifts to GovTech focus with Ontopical acquisition
Artificial Intelligence

SOVRA shifts to GovTech focus with Ontopical acquisition

SOVRA acquires Canadian firm Ontopical, and divests non-core units to strengthen its GovTech leadership in Canada.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025

Global Stories

GovTech stories

AI seen shifting to local edge models under stricter rules
Data Protection

AI seen shifting to local edge models under stricter rules

AI developers predict 2026 pivot to compressed, device-based models as energy rules tighten and governments tighten data control.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Canada & UK sign new MOU on AI, quantum, digital partnerships
Digital Transformation

Canada & UK sign new MOU on AI, quantum, digital partnerships

Canada and the UK have struck a new digital pact to deepen cooperation on AI safety, quantum communications and public-sector tech.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
From fantasy to function: Key considerations for building enterprise-ready AI agents
Digital Transformation

From fantasy to function: Key considerations for building enterprise-ready AI agents

Enterprises must ditch open-world hype and build deterministic, event-driven AI agents that reliably automate closed-world workflows at scale.

By Sean Falconer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Dec 2025
GovHack awards celebrate open data innovation in 2025
Data Analytics

GovHack awards celebrate open data innovation in 2025

GovHack's 2025 Red Carpet Awards in Sydney spotlighted innovative open data projects driving public benefit across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Granicus' Alex Gelbak on 'making the invisible visible'
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Granicus' Alex Gelbak on 'making the invisible visible'

Granicus deploys AI-powered digital front doors, transforming citizen engagement by streamlining government access for 5,000 agencies globally amid rising demand.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Granicus launches Engagement Cloud to boost public sector trust
Digital Transformation

Granicus launches Engagement Cloud to boost public sector trust

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

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
VFS Global turns to SAP for AI-powered mobility solutions
Digital Transformation

VFS Global turns to SAP for AI-powered mobility solutions

VFS Global partners with SAP to develop AI-driven digital solutions, enhancing cross-border mobility and citizen services globally for 69 governments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 6th May 2025
Exclusive: GitLab's success in APAC and ANZ showcased in Singapore event
Unified Communications

Exclusive: GitLab's success in APAC and ANZ showcased in Singapore event

GitLab recently hosted its successful DevSecOps World Tour in Singapore, attracting over 200 attendees and highlighting its growing impact in APAC.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Study reveals SGD$2.4 trillion loss due to poor agreement management
Software-as-a-Service

Study reveals SGD$2.4 trillion loss due to poor agreement management

New research by Docusign and Deloitte exposes the Agreement Trap, causing a global loss of SGD$2.4 trillion annually due to outdated agreement management systems.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

GovTech stories

OpenAI unveils nationwide AI push & skills drive for Australia
Digital Transformation

OpenAI unveils nationwide AI push & skills drive for Australia

OpenAI launches its first Asia Pacific OpenAI for Countries plan in Australia, pairing sovereign AI infrastructure with major skills drives.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
WiseTech secures nod to digitise export origin papers
Robotic Process Automation

WiseTech secures nod to digitise export origin papers

WiseTech wins approval to issue digital Certificates of Origin for Australian exports, promising faster, automated trade documentation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
WiseTech to digitise New Zealand customs tariff data
Software-as-a-Service

WiseTech to digitise New Zealand customs tariff data

WiseTech has secured a seven-year deal to digitise New Zealand's customs tariff, launching an online portal and free local BorderWise access.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Dean Grandy named Global Head of Government at KPMG International
Digital Transformation

Dean Grandy named Global Head of Government at KPMG International

Dean Grandy has been appointed Global Head of Government at KPMG International, leading the firm's global public sector advisory team.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Heidi Health's AI scribe to be trialled in New Zealand public sector
Data Privacy

Heidi Health's AI scribe to be trialled in New Zealand public sector

Heidi Health's AI scribe platform will be trialled in New Zealand's public health system to reduce clinician admin work and enhance patient care quality.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
ServiceNow partners Republic Polytechnic for AI & cloud upskilling
Unified Communications

ServiceNow partners Republic Polytechnic for AI & cloud upskilling

ServiceNow partners with Republic Polytechnic to boost AI and cloud computing skills. Research predicts 361,000 new jobs by 2028, with 55,000 in tech roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024