New Zealand Government stories - Page 7
Govt's R&D tax credit scheme won't help small hi-tech firms, says NZTech
Fri, 15th Jun 2018
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Muller says NZTech has 'critical' concerns that companies currently receiving the growth grant will get less support in future.
Interview: State-sponsored cyber attacks - it's not about the 'who', but the 'how'
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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With every major cyber attack comes the question of who exactly was behind it - and if that attack was condoned or even sponsored by nation-states.
Govt's Small Business roadshows kick off around the country
Wed, 30th May 2018
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The roadshows will travel around the country and bring together the private sector with representatives from government agencies.
GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone
Mon, 28th May 2018
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The Malware-Free Networks initiative was developed as part of the CORTEX initiative to build on malware detection capability provided by ISPs.
Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Thu, 17th May 2018
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The Government's Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.
Want to be NZ's first national CTO? You now have another shot
Wed, 9th May 2018
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digital strategy
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The government is still on the hunt for the country's first chief technology officer after the first round of recruitment proved unsuccessful.
NZ Government clamps down on GST for overseas goods retailers
Tue, 1st May 2018
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retail
From October 1, 2019, overseas websites selling into the New Zealand market will have to register for GST, just like any Kiwi company.
Govt must be wary of increasing digital divide with 5G deployment - Chorus
Tue, 1st May 2018
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wireless networks
The company has responded to a request from MBIE for feedback on the challenges and opportunities of a 5G rollout.
ComCom requesting telco feedback on funding for future fibre regulation
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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uc
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission has calculated that it would cost $12 million to implement the proposed regulation over a three-year period.
CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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CERT NZ's Advisory Board will continue until 30 September 2018, with Minister Clare Curran praising its expertise in bolstering New Zealand's cybersecurity.
Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant
Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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New Zealand Minister Clare Curran becomes a target of Facebook impersonation and urges Kiwis to report suspicious activity to CERT NZ and boost online security.
Government moves to revitalize NZ's Cyber Security and Action Plan
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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New Zealand will overhaul its Cyber Security Strategy amid rising cyber threats, aiming to bolster national resilience and protect digital infrastructure.
Parliament supports NZ's Privacy Bill during first reading
Wed, 11th Apr 2018
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data protection
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New Zealand's proposed Privacy Bill is going through the first round of debates in Parliament this week, with the support of all sitting MPs.
New Zealand's Privacy Bill to get first reading in Parliament
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
New Zealand's updated Privacy Bill is about to begin its first reading in Parliament with Andrew Little as the MP in charge.
Govt announces first eight members of digital divide taskforce
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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The Digital Economy and Digital Inclusion Advisory Group will advise the Govt on how it can build the digital economy and reduce digital divides.
Govt launches programme to attract innovation to NZ
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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Zephyr Airworks credited Innovative Partnerships as part of the reason it is testing its revolutionary air taxi technology in New Zealand.
Watch out for a RealMe phishing scam in your inbox
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
The phishing email states that the user has a private message & they need to access their RealMe account. The web link takes users to a fake website.
Most NZers prefer to engage Govt online or via mobile apps – Unisys study
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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mobile apps
The Unisys Connected Government Survey provides insights into the attitudes of consumers toward digital government services.
New AIM reporting rules will remove tax uncertainty for SMBs
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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For a business with less than $5 million revenue, every three months its cloud accounting software will calculate the tax obligations owed.
CCI to provide conferencing services to NZ government
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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CCI has been selected to provide audio, web and operator-assisted conferencing services to New Zealand government agencies.