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NZTech is expanding - and so is the nation's tech industry

Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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NZTech's eighth annual meeting today underscores the rapid growth of New Zealand's tech industry, now employing 100,000 and driving 8% of GDP.
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NZ IoT Alliance: By 2020, 100% of IoT will be supported by AI

Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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Within three years, 100% of all effective IoT efforts will be supported by cognitive or artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
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NZ IoT Alliance: Next decade worth $2.2 billion in IoT potential

Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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The roll out of IoT across New Zealand could bring billions of dollars in benefits for the economy, a new report finds.
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Kiwi tech companies need to be more proactive in solving skill shortage problem - NZTech CEO

Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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Graeme Muller says that the very firms that make the most noise about this issue need to stand up play a more active role in attracting talent.
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You're Invited: Explore cutting edge edtech and pedagogy

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Upcoming edtech conference hopes to share insights with the education sector and connect educators with leading tech players.
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NZ's slow technology uptake could affect education

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Tech leaders in New Zealand are concerned about the country's slow progress in embracing technology, according to NZTech deputy chair Rachel Kelly.
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Te reo digital literacy essential for equitable future

Wed, 31st May 2017
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Ministry of Education focuses on te reo and digital literacy to revive indigenous language and prepare for tech-driven future.
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NZTech calls for nominations for Board representatives

Tue, 30th May 2017
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NZTech seeks vibrant voices for its Board as the tech sector's influence on NZ's GDP surges ahead. Nominations are now open ahead of the AGM.
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Manifesto to Kiwi MPs: No heads in sand - our digital future is here now

Thu, 25th May 2017
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What will New Zealand's digital future look like? Fast internet, cloud, big data and mobility are at the forefront, and our leaders must embrace it.
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No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss

Wed, 24th May 2017
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Artificial Intelligence to be discussed at first New Zealand AI Forum. Tech leader Stu Christie urges people to learn about AI's potential.
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Manifesto challenges NZ leadership to pursue tech future

Wed, 24th May 2017
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Twenty New Zealand tech companies have published a manifesto urging the government to future-proof the country through technological advancement and innovation.
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You're invited: Young women get to work with tech mentors

Thu, 18th May 2017
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Want to encourage young women in our schools to pursue STEM and exciting careers in the tech sector? ShadowTech Day will help them meet their mentors.
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Techweek '17 shared tech world with Kiwis, 2018 is next

Wed, 17th May 2017
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Techweek '17 is over but not forgotten, hopefully educators were able to take a piece of tech knowledge home from 'class' this year.
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Wanted: Women for high-paid, diverse and exciting tech sector

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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UK tech's clarion call for women: Lucrative roles and gender balance boost gains in diverse and thriving sector.
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NZTech says immigration and education must equal a healthy tech sector

Mon, 10th Apr 2017
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NZTech says New Zealand is putting its focus overseas to attract tech talent, but it shouldn't be our only initiative.
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NZTech working closely with Govt on Cyber Security Strategy

Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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NZTech applauds Govt focus on critical Cyber Security Strategy as global threats rise, seeking to protect NZ's growing digital economy.
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Govt puts up $270k to help young women into tech sector careers

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Government invests $270k in Shadow Tech Days, a programme encouraging young women to pursue careers in tech. #womenintech.
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IBM's MD steps down from NZTech board, Unitec and Oracle step in

Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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IBM's managing director Rob Lee steps down from NZTech board, to be replaced by Eva Sherwood and Tom Chignell.
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Former Vietnam refugee embraces 'most important opportunity' as NZTech chair

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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NZTech is welcoming a former Vietnamese refugee to its ranks, as Mitchell Pham takes over as chair from Bennett Medary.
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NZTech chief Graeme Muller joins global tech alliance WITSA

Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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NZTech CEO Graeme Muller joins global tech board WITSA to stimulate economic growth and global connections for New Zealand tech firms.