Government stories - Page 39

Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.

$59m of R&D Growth Grants awarded to 19 NZ businesses by Callaghan Innovation, says Science & Innovation Minister Steven Joyce.

The government has released a free mobile app providing instant access to career information for young people and their families.

Kiwis embrace digital era, with online Govt transactions surging to 43.3% - aiming for 70% by 2027, says Internal Affairs Minister.

Two thousand schools have registered their interest in joining the Network for Learning (N4L) managed network, says Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye.

New Zealanders warned to be cautious of email scams promising tax refunds, as Inland Revenue is targeted by sophisticated attack.

Amy Adams welcomes plans by Telecom, soon to be rebranded as Spark, to launch an internet-delivered TV service.

Court Appeal finds Kim Dotcom's 2012 arrest warrants valid despite flaws, but illegal for NZ police to share cloned info with US FBI.

Microsoft Surface products are now available through All of Government via the new Cyclone Catalogue, meeting growing demand from schools and agencies.

An Auckland marketing firm has been stung with a record $120,000 fine, after inundating Kiwis with over half a million spam messages.

The Government establishes the New Zealand Data Futures Forum to guide future data use in public services, chaired by ex-Treasury Secretary John Whitehead.

Over 1/4 of NZ's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative completed, boosting rural and urban connectivity, says Minister Adams.

A new website, Inspired by U, launched by Education Minister Hekia Parata, allows Kiwis to honour the teachers who made a lasting impact.

Low tech human solutions may be the key to preventing privacy breaches, says CEO of Designertech. Technology alone is not enough.

Government welcomes announcement by BNZ that it will go live with the RealMe service from mid-February, enabling new customers to prove their identity online.

The Inland Revenue Department urges vigilance as Kiwis face the nation's most sophisticated scam, involving fake websites and phishing emails.

Kiwi firms warned of missing substantial revenue if they ignore booming mobile tech and eCommerce trends, TigerSpike reports.

New Zealand politics is in uproar as Labour suggests banning tax avoiding multinationals, including Facebook, from the internet.

Vodafone secures 18-year 700MHz spectrum for $66m, will continue delivering leading 4G network in New Zealand.

NZ Finance Minister Bill English demands Apple, Google and Facebook pay their fair share in taxes, amidst criticism of tax dodging.