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Equinix commits US$50 million to advance digital inclusion
Hyperscale

Equinix commits US$50 million to advance digital inclusion

Establishes the Equinix Foundation, an employee-driven charitable organisation, to advance digital inclusion through grants and strategic partnerships.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Sep 2022
LexisNexis shines light on need for financial inclusion
Fintech

LexisNexis shines light on need for financial inclusion

The survey of banks, insurers and non-bank financial institutions aims to better understand financial institutions' commitment to financial transparency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
Accenture solutions help companies promote diversity, inclusion and equity
Human Capital Management

Accenture solutions help companies promote diversity, inclusion and equity

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are vital for business success. Accenture's AWARE solution aims to help organizations achieve these goals.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2022
Logitech G's new Aurora collection looks to help change gaming stereotypes
Gaming

Logitech G's new Aurora collection looks to help change gaming stereotypes

Logitech G launches gender-inclusive gaming products to challenge stereotypes and cater to the needs of women gamers.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022
The ANU & Accenture tackle diversity in national security podcast
Podcast

The ANU & Accenture tackle diversity in national security podcast

Technology is constantly evolving, so in an industry where change and innovation are crucial to surviving, shouldn't workplace diversity be a priority, too?.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2022
Fortinet releases its inaugural sustainability report
Firewalls

Fortinet releases its inaugural sustainability report

Fortinet releases inaugural sustainability report, highlighting progress towards sustainability goals and commitment to responsible business.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2022
Microsoft unveils adaptive accessories for disability access
Unified Communications

Microsoft unveils adaptive accessories for disability access

Microsoft launches Inclusive Tech Lab to improve access to technology for people with disabilities, and introduces adaptive accessories.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022
Hootsuite 2021 Impact Report shows workforce more diverse
Unified Communications

Hootsuite 2021 Impact Report shows workforce more diverse

Hootsuite's 2021 Impact Report reveals its efforts in social impact, diversity, equity, inclusion, and corporate responsibility.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2022
Pandemic accelerates adoption but widens digital divide
Telstra

Pandemic accelerates adoption but widens digital divide

1 in 10 Australians are digitally excluded, and it's estimated 1 in 5 New Zealanders struggle to engage in the digital world, an industry panel hears.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022
Spark NZ launches Beyond Binary Code for gender inclusion
Data Analytics

Spark NZ launches Beyond Binary Code for gender inclusion

Spark NZ has launched a new tool intended to promote visibility and inclusion for non-binary communities online.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Feb 2022
Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand
Public Sector

Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand

Infosys reveals that Australia is behind New Zealand when it comes to ensuring all digital properties are accessible.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Feb 2022
Huge disconnect between leadership perception of diversity and inclusion and reality - report
Workforce Technology

Huge disconnect between leadership perception of diversity and inclusion and reality - report

Capgemini Research Institute has found only 10% of global businesses are front-runners in inclusion and diversity practices within their technology teams.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Aug 2021
The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion

CIOs have a great opportunity to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives in their organizations, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Inclusion stories

How protected are migrants and refugees from cybercrime in Aotearoa?
Unified Communications

How protected are migrants and refugees from cybercrime in Aotearoa?

Over 35% of Kiwis are affected by scams weekly. Do migrants and refugees have equitable access to online protection tools?.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2022
TUANZ to address rural connectivity at 2022 symposium
Cloud Services

TUANZ to address rural connectivity at 2022 symposium

TUANZ is hosting the Rural Connectivity Symposium for the first time in person since 2019, providing a forum to discuss the state of rural connectivity.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 27th May 2022
How safe is New Zealand's disabled community online?
Cybersecurity

How safe is New Zealand's disabled community online?

New Zealand invests over $75m in cybersecurity for health system amid growing cyber threats and questions arise over online safety for disabled individuals.

By Zach Thompson • 7 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
Honeywell receives Rainbow Tick for diversity & inclusion in NZ
Human Capital Management

Honeywell receives Rainbow Tick for diversity & inclusion in NZ

Honeywell awarded New Zealand Rainbow Tick for LGBTTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace, joining 81 other local organisations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022