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Kiwi SMEs... Which political party do you trust with NZ's future?

New Zealand SMEs still want policies to reduce their compliance burden, according to the latest MYOB Business Monitor survey.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2014

Unified Communications

National ramps up broadband initiative... targets 200,000 Kiwis

National to expand Ultra-Fast Broadband to 80% of Kiwis, extending access to 200,000 more homes, with a funding boost from the Future Investment Fund.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 6th Sep 2014

Unified Communications

Can a digital workforce create 100,000 new NZ jobs?

Internet MANA has launched its election campaign, promising 100,000 new jobs and to make New Zealand a digital workforce.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2014

Government

In the innovative world... patent is a virtue

New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Craig Foss, has praised the modernisation of the country's patent laws, bringing them in line with international standards.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2014

Fintech

Xero heads the tech queue as Govt puts $41m up for grabs

23 high tech companies in New Zealand have been approved for R&D Growth Grants worth over $41m for the next three years.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2014

Government

Record number of Kiwis filing tax returns online

Record numbers of Kiwis are filing tax returns online, taking advantage of new services provided by Inland Revenue, says Revenue Minister Todd McClay.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2014

Government

Ahead of schedule N4L connects 700th Kiwi school...

The rollout of fast internet to New Zealand schools reaches milestone as Te Kura o Waikare becomes the 700th connected school.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014

Government

Internet Party: Digital drive will deliver 'truly responsive' Govt

Internet Party's digital strategy promises a future of enhanced democracy and streamlined services for New Zealand, aiming for 'truly responsive' government.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014

Unified Communications

IT Profession welcomes 'path forward' for NZ online voting...

NZ's IT professionals herald a new era as the govt explores online voting, with IITP praising a report that charts a secure, inclusive future.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2014

Microsoft

IT path opens as Microsoft NZ pledges million-dollar Tech Youth investment

Microsoft NZ pledges $1m to High Tech Youth, aiming to bridge the IT gap for underserved Kiwi youth, boosting skills and career pathways.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2014

Global Stories

Government stories

Network Infrastructure

Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims

Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014

Government

Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt

Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014

Data Privacy

The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM

Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014

Data Privacy

Dotcom: “We'll close one of the Five Eyes…”

Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom's 'Moment of Truth' event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014

Data Privacy

'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...

PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2014

Unified Communications

Govt unveils TV white space rules to boost broadband services

New Zealand releases draft white space licensing rules to explore new wireless services, says Minister Amy Adams.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2014

Unified Communications

National 'finally wakes up' to rural broadband issues

New Zealand's new $150m rural broadband fund must be truly contestable and not a slush fund for large telcos, warns Labour ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2014