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flag New Zealand launches a $765,000, six-month AI pilot for small businesses, offering up to $15,000 in co-funding and expert support to boost productivity through responsible AI adoption.

flag New Zealand has launched a six-month AI Advisory Pilot program to help small businesses adopt AI, offering up to $15,000 in co-funding and expert guidance through the Regional Business Partner Network. flag The initiative, running from January 2026 to June 2026, aims to boost productivity by supporting customized AI use in areas like customer service and data management while addressing privacy and responsible adoption. flag Funded with $765,000 from existing resources, it targets at least 51 businesses and complements a broader $70 million government investment in AI over seven years. flag Meanwhile, in Australia, AI adoption among SMEs reached 40% by late 2025, with growing confidence and a focus on practical applications in operations, data analysis, and customer service. flag Experts predict a shift toward specialized AI tools, human oversight, and seamless integration into workflows, with AI expected to enhance productivity and support proactive healthcare and digital transformation across industries.

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