Tech
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Fiji’s Phase Two e-Plan Aims to Fast-Track Land Approvals
Fiji takes another step into the digital era with Phase Two of the e-plan lodgement system, enabling online submissions for land plans from private surveyors and government agencies. The upgrade promises faster, more transparent processing, better data consistency across agencies, and stronger collaboration between public and private surveying communities.
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Fiji’s Digital Boom Reveals Rising Online Abuse of Women with Disabilities
Fiji’s digital boom brings opportunity, but a troubling trend is emerging: technology-facilitated abuse targeting people with disabilities. Experts warn that stronger safeguards are crucial to ensure digital access empowers rather than endangers vulnerable communities.
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Roblox to Roll Out Age Verification and Age-Based Chat in Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands
Roblox is rolling out age-verification and age-based chat features in Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands this December to boost safety for younger players. The move paves the way for a broader global rollout next year and could reshape how younger users connect in-game.
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Fiji’s Social Media Surge: Facebook Dominance and the Hunt for Trusted News
New findings reveal how Fijians navigate the online world, with most Internet time spent on social platforms and striking age-based shifts in app preferences. Facebook remains the crowd favorite, while the young lean toward Instagram and TikTok, and urban users explore more options than those in rural areas. Amid concerns about misinformation, many are turning…
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Tech Empowers Women with Disabilities to Thrive Online
Technology is reshaping opportunities for women and girls with disabilities, enabling remote learning, online crafts markets, and powerful assistive tools. As connectivity expands, the focus turns to safe, accountable digital spaces that empower without exclusion.
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Fiji Launches Nationwide 5G Network to Accelerate Connectivity and Growth
Fiji is stepping into the 5G era with a nationwide rollout that promises faster, smarter connectivity and a new wave of opportunities. The phased launch targets key urban hubs first and expands to more communities, signaling a major shift in how people work, learn, and stay connected.
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Fiji Plans Its First Data Center, Set to Start in 2026
Fiji is poised for a connectivity milestone as Telecom Fiji unveils plans for a landmark data center, set to begin in 2026. The first of its kind for the country, the project blends ambitious design with resilience—hinting at a broader push to boost the Pacific’s digital future.
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Fiji and Solomon Telekom Sign MOU to Boost Regional Telecom Skills
Two Pacific telecoms partners have joined forces in a new MOU to boost technical cooperation and skills development across the region. The agreement emphasizes hands-on training in fibre network planning, design, and broadband development, supplemented by practical workshops and field learning. The collaboration aims to lift regional telecommunications capacity and support stronger connectivity for Pacific…
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Fiji’s Remote Hospital Goes Solar, Ensuring 24/7 Care
Remote Fiji’s Lomaloma Hospital switches to solar power, delivering 24-hour electricity and new oxygen solutions. This milestone promises stronger emergency care, lower emissions, and a more resilient, greener health service for the islands.
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Fiji launches e-Plan Phase II to fast-track land approvals and boost investment
Fiji moves deeper into its digital transformation with Phase Two of the e-Plan Lodgement System. Expect faster plan approvals, secure online submissions, and smarter handling of payments as land services shift toward a more transparent, paperless future. A bold step toward streamlined processes, stronger data security, and boosted investor confidence.
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Edible Cassava Starch Coating Could Transform Mango Preservation
A cassava starch-based edible coating could extend the shelf life of tropical fruits like mangoes while serving as a natural pest guard. Crafted from plant-derived ingredients, this biodegradable film aims to redefine how we package and preserve fresh produce for a more sustainable future.
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Fiji Rolls Out Cashless Transit with Upgraded e-Transport System
Fiji’s public transport is entering a new era with a phased upgrade to digital payments, smarter mobile features, and plans for real-time tracking across buses, taxis, and more. As cashless options spread and accessibility improves, the system promises a more affordable, efficient ride for all.
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Starlink Arrives on Fiji’s Koro Island, Upgrading Remote Government Services
Starlink satellite internet has transformed Koro Island’s government hub, turning a long-standing connectivity gap into fast, reliable service for civil servants, students, and local businesses. Funded by UNDP, the upgrade opens real-time communication and new digital opportunities, with a parallel push to boost financial literacy for women and youth.
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Fiji Rolls Out 50 Laptops to Boost Remote Learning
Fiji moves toward a more connected classroom with a donation of 50 laptops destined for remote schools. The initiative aims to boost ICT learning and equip students with creativity and collaboration skills essential for a tech-driven future.
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Fiji’s Rural Schools Receive 50 Laptops to Boost Digital Learning
Fiji takes a bold step toward digital learning as 50 laptops head to rural and maritime schools, backed by a partnership to boost tech confidence and virtual exams. The initiative promises hands-on support and a bridge to better access to modern teaching tools. A glimpse of Fiji’s evolving education landscape and its quest to empower…
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Fiji Sets Bold Digital Agenda with AI, 5G and Cloud Push
Fiji is stepping into a bold digital era, weaving cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure into its growth story. As 5G rolls out and a streamlined business-licensing platform takes shape, the push to modernize public services and expand ICT opportunities is clear. New privacy and cyber-security measures aim to strengthen trust in a connected future.…
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Fiji’s AI Era: Innovation Meets Workforce Protections and Education Reform
AI is reshaping Fiji’s economy and the way people work. As government, unions, and educators chart a path, the focus is on boosting productivity through smart regulation and upskilling to prepare for a more digital future.
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Fiji’s Geospatial Leap: Mapping a More Resilient Pacific
Fiji is accelerating the use of geospatial technology to power sustainable development and stronger climate resilience. With data-driven planning at the forefront, new tools aim to bridge gaps, boost transparency, and empower communities across the Pacific.
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High-Profile Signatories Urge Pause on Superintelligent AI Until Safeguards Are in Place
An unlikely chorus of voices—from royal figures to tech pioneers and political commentators—now calls for a measured pause on superintelligent AI until safety safeguards and broad public consensus are in place. The debate over humanity’s long-term future with AI is heating up.
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Fiji Teen’s TechGirls Journey Sparks Engineering Dreams
From a rural Fiji upbringing to a life-changing STEM program, 16-year-old Uculoa discovers that life itself can be the best teacher. Her journey blends school, resilience, and big dreams in engineering, revealing the power of leadership and possibility for young women in tech.
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Aditi Naidu’s TechGirls Journey Sparks Global STEM Ambitions
Year 11 student Aditi Naidu’s journey through the TechGirls program reveals how STEM can open global doors. From Suva to the United States, she discovers that curiosity, cultural connection, and fresh perspectives can reignite a dream of a career in medicine. A story of empowerment, bold dreams, and the transformative power of science.
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TikTok Algorithm Licensing Plan Sets Stage for US-ByteDance Split
High-stakes talks are shaping TikTok’s future as U.S. officials push a deal that would put the app’s most sensitive asset—the algorithm—under new oversight. With Beijing’s approval and a evolving security framework in play, the path forward could redefine how tech and geopolitics collide.
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Microsoft Poised to Dodge French Antitrust Scrutiny as Qwant Weighs Its Next Move
Europe’s tech regulators are weighing a high-stakes case involving Microsoft and a French search rival. A pivotal decision could reshape how search results and ads are accessed, with broad implications for big tech.