Tasmania’s tech sector has urged the Tasmanian Government to launch an Artificial Intelligence program across the public service to seize opportunities and save money – or risk falling behind in the tech race. The peak body for the technology sector in Tasmania, TasICT, said the State Government had no clear direction when it came to…
TasICT held its AGM on 21 November 2025 with optimism and determination for the year ahead and a commitment to help Tasmania adopt innovation and beneficial new technology with confidence. The Committee reported a strong year of growth, with a record number of members, record attendance at TasICT events, and increasing impact in our advocacy…
After a chaotic year, sadly the Tasmanian Government’s Interim Budget just released doesn’t do enough to unlock the productivity gains from tech and innovation. The good news is that on Budget eve, the State Government responded to TasICT’s advocacy by announcing an “AI Island” initiative, promising to explore how Tasmanian businesses can benefit from artificial…
TasICT is excited to announce the launch of the “Global Growth” project—a new initiative designed to empower Tasmanian ICT businesses to better understand international trade and connect with mentors who have shown the way.The Global Growth events will provide practical support, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities to help businesses build export capability, access new markets, and…
Tasmania’s tech industry is calling for leadership from the Tasmanian government in AI adoption and tech innovation or risk a damaging decline in the State’s workforce productivity. In its annual survey, TasICT members reported optimism about business conditions, but warned more needed to be done to encourage Tasmanians to be confident with technology and consider…
The State’s tech sector has welcomed the appointment of ALP Deputy Leader Janie Finlay as Shadow Minister for Innovation, Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy – saying it will help Tasmania get the most from new technology. CEO of TasICT, Russell Kelly, said Artificial Intelligence was already having a significant daily impact on all Tasmania’s…
