Semata – ongoing against a background of digital transformation across the Fijian government toward sustainable development of Fiji ’ s digital economy – sees Digicel Fiji , Ciena and Southern Cross coming together to provide schools in Fiji with internet access of at least 10 Mbps via the Digicel Fiji network . opportunities with the opening of two International Business Exchange ( IBX ) data centers in Johor ( JH1 ) and Kuala Lumpur ( KL1 ).

These carrier-neutral facilities offer Malaysia-based businesses access to a global ecosystem of over 10,000 enterprises , networks and cloud service providers – while global businesses can seize the digital opportunities presented by the nation .

In Get to Know on p79 Haran Shivanan , CEO , iviva , tells us what time in tech so far has taught him .

Digicel Fiji CEO Farid Mohammed says Semata is essential for bridging the digital divide in Fiji and ensuring that students and teachers have access to the high-speed internet they need to succeed . Read how Semata is working so far on p56 .

Just a sample , then of what ’ s inside – enjoy .

Have an innovative month .

Make stuff happen .

Staying with education , on p23 we break down AI Amplified : What Gen Zs Think of AI , the results of new research that sheds light on the evolving relationship between Australia ’ s youth and AI – with all its inherent implications for the future of Australian tech talent .

The report concludes that it is now crucial to provide the educational resources and opportunities enabling this generation to leverage AI effectively .

On p48 we report on Malaysia ’ s advancing digital ambitions in the context of Equinix unlocking regional

Bill Tanner Editor

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