NZTech stories - Page 3
What IoT means for Kiwi businesses
Mon, 13th May 2019
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nz iot alliance
New Zealand must act faster to allocate spectrum for IoT or risk being left behind, says the New Zealand IoT Alliance.
Is NZ's tech industry starting to mature?
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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New Zealand's tech industry, the nation's fastest-growing sector, is maturing rapidly, with successful exits spurring reinvestment and new ventures.
The critical role of technology in NZ's future
Thu, 11th Apr 2019
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School children in New Zealand are taking a keen interest in technology, which is crucial for the country's future, says NZTech chief executive.
NZ closing the gender gap but tech sector lags behind
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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women in technology
New Zealand rises to 7th most gender equal country, but only 26% of staff in the tech sector are women. More effort needed, says NZTech Director.
Should NZ tech firms jump at business opportunities in Hong Kong?
Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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NZTech CEO Graeme Muller highlights Hong Kong's favourable conditions for Kiwi tech firms, including substantial investment funds and robust legal protections.
Govt commits $5.15m to digital identity research
Wed, 5th Dec 2018
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The New Zealand Government is investing $5.15m in research on digital identity, aiming to give citizens control of their information.
NZ's growing tech sector creates job boom
Tue, 4th Dec 2018
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New Zealand's tech sector has created 3200 new jobs this year, surpassing the 2830 jobs in 2017, highlighting a booming and high-paid industry.
NZTech to launch new digital identity organisation
Wed, 28th Nov 2018
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Next week, Digital Identity NZ will become New Zealand's first formal digital identity organisation, promoting open standards and innovation.
NZTech's Graeme Muller on the R&D tax incentive
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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NZTech's chief executive describes why he thinks the government's research and development will work, and the pitfalls it needs to avoid.
NZTech chief: Don't wait for the government, let's find NZ's CTO ourselves
Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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NZTech chief Graeme Muller urges New Zealand's tech community to appoint its own CTO, calling government handling a 'shocker' after Derek Handley debacle.
Silicon Valley connection key to Kiwi growth, says expert
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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economy
Graeme Muller says that he has returned from the Bay Area with an understanding of just how valuable the Kiwi-Cali connection will be.
Agritech NZ signs historic agreement with US agritech firm
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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Agritech growth in New Zealand is now getting a helping hand thanks to a deal with US-based firm Western Growers.
NZTech chief: Agritech could be a lifeline for exporters
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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NZTech's Graeme Muller sees agritech as a potential saviour for New Zealand's economy, joining 30 delegates in Silicon Valley to explore this promising sector.
Exclusive: The opportunities and challenges for Kiwi tech companies
Mon, 30th Jul 2018
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Kiwi tech businesses face challenges in accessing talent, capital, and larger customer markets, according to Augen Software Group director Mitchell Pham.
NZTech adds new members as Kiwi ICT industry booms
Fri, 27th Jul 2018
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the instillery
The Instillery CEO Mike Jenkins and REANNZ CIOO Angela Nash join the board of the not-for-profit organisation that supports the $16b NZ tech industry.
Top tech entrepreneur to be awarded Kea World Class NZ Award
Wed, 20th Jun 2018
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There's often resistance from Asian businesses because they don't know about New Zealand's tech ingenuity – something Mitchell Pham finds frustrating.
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.
Soul Machines and Rocket Lab founders to be recognised at Kea Awards
Wed, 30th May 2018
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The Awards are an opportunity to recognise the very best among New Zealand's community of Kiwi innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Wellington showing off blockchain and AR innovation for Techweek '18
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
An increasing number of Kiwi tech designers are collaborating with businesses to produce a fast-growing segment of the industry.
NZTech programme aims to encourage more young girls into tech
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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NZTech's ShadowTech 2018 pairs girls with female mentors in the IT sector for a day to tackle the gender imbalance and inspire future tech careers.