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NZ’s AI data centre boom: who benefits from the build‑out?

NZ’s AI data centre boom: who benefits from the build‑out?

Big tech is investing heavily in AI infrastructure. For countries like New Zealand, there are clear gains – but also important trade-offs.

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Angus Dowell

Australia’s tech lobby wants deregulated ‘digital embassies’ for offshore clients. Here’s why that might not be a great idea

As Australia builds an AI plan, it can learn from Estonia and Singapore - but not exactly in the way tech companies want.

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Politicians love comparing NZ’s economy to Singapore or Ireland – but it’s simplistic and misleading

Christopher Luxon has hyped Amazon Web Service’ data centre plans as a chance for NZ to emulate Singapore and Ireland. Politics and geography make...

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