Our Digital Future -
Season Five.


Welcome to Our Digital Future, an innovative online series showcasing the latest insights, challenges, and success stories from across the technology and ICT industry. Proudly presented by the Australian Information Industry Association, in partnership with ASN Media.

This season explores the defining issues shaping Australia’s digital landscape, featuring perspectives from industry leaders, experts, and innovators.

Our Digital Future 2025 covers four themes including:
AI & Data; Trusted & Reliable Tech; Innovation & Sustainability and Skills for a Smart Nation



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AI & Data


Artificial intelligence and data are transforming how Australia works, innovates, and competes. From generative models to advanced analytics, harnessing AI and data responsibly will be central to economic growth, productivity, and trust.



UNSW AI Institute

UNSW researchers are applying AI to Australian challenges, from bushfires to precision medicine, while advocating sovereign capability to protect national data assets.

News Item – Sovereignty

Leaders highlight why sovereign AI and local data governance are vital to national security, economic growth, and trust in digital systems.

Trusted & Reliable Tech


Building trust in technology is essential for business, government, and communities. Reliability, transparency, security, and compliance are critical to delivering digital solutions that people can depend on.



Datacom

Datacom demonstrates AI-driven productivity gains across industries, while stressing co-design, workforce training, and trust in human-centred adoption.

News Item – Trust

Industry voices call for human oversight, transparency, and strong privacy regulation to build trust in emerging AI and digital technologies.

Sustainability


Innovation and sustainability are now inseparable in shaping Australia’s digital future. By combining creativity, investment, and collaboration with sustainable practices, the ICT sector is delivering solutions that drive growth while meeting environmental and social responsibilities.



NTT DATA

NTT DATA outlines its Smart Agentic AI platform, balancing automation with human oversight, while advancing global sustainability and cybersecurity goals.

News Item - Innovation

Industry leaders discuss generative AI’s transformative role in sectors from finance to education, highlighting opportunities and risks of large-scale adoption.

News Item – Sustainability

Experts show how AI can cut emissions, optimise logistics, and drive green data centre opportunities, positioning Australia as a sustainability leader.

Skills for a Smart Nation


Developing a future-ready workforce is critical for sustaining growth in Australia’s ICT sector. Upskilling, reskilling, and fostering diversity are vital to addressing talent shortages and driving innovation.



News Item – Skills

With a projected shortfall of 60,000 AI professionals by 2027, leaders stress reskilling, curriculum reform, and local training to close capability gaps.