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IPONZ launches online trade mark checker

IPONZ unveils Trade Mark Check, a free online tool simplifying the process of verifying if a word, image, or logo is trade marked in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2019

Drones

Govt gets serious about drone regulation in NZ

New Zealand could be leading the world in the development of drone technologies, but we need to work out how to make those technologies safe first.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019

Cloud portal

Govt announces Business Connect platform for SMBs

The $7.1 million platform will be called Business Connect, with the aim of integrating multiple services throughout one digital platform.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019

Cloud Services

Why the state sector overhaul is a huge opportunity – Accenture

The Government's proposal to unify the entire state sector could deliver enormous economic and social benefits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2019

Digital Transformation

Blockchain could inject growth into the NZ economy

Blockchain technology has the potential to inject growth into New Zealand's economy, according to BlockchainNZ's executive director.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2019

Gaming

Govt & Canterbury Uni pour $7m into gaming research

The University of Canterbury and the New Zealand government are injecting USD $7.7 million into gaming research, aiming to revolutionise immersive applications.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2019

Microsoft

Microsoft offers Government free digital skills training

Upwards of 60 workshops will be offered, aimed at giving staff a vital grounding in cloud technologies, artificial intelligence and other skills.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2019

Breach Prevention

Privacy Bill may limit breach fines to $10,000

A new Privacy Bill welcomed by Commissioner John Edwards will cap breach fines at NZD $10,000, abstaining from heftier penalties up to NZD $1 million.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2019

Taxation

Time's up, tax dodgers: Multinational tech firms may soon pay their dues

New Zealand is reviewing its tax system, targeting multinational tech giants like Apple, Facebook, and Google, to ensure they pay their fair share of taxes.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2019

Surveillance

GCSB welcomes Inspector-General's report on intelligence warrants

The GCSB welcomes Cheryl Gwyn's report affirming its lawful warrant systems, though differing on 'Type 1' and 'Type 2' warrant interpretations remain.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2018

Cloud Services

Report finds GCSB in compliance with NZ rights

For the fourth consecutive year, the GCSB has been found in compliance with New Zealand's legal and human rights standards, reports the Inspector-General.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2018

NZTech

Govt commits $5.15m to digital identity research

The New Zealand Government is investing $5.15m in research on digital identity, aiming to give citizens control of their information.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2018

Small Business

Small Business Council sharpens focus on future disruption

New Zealand's Small Business Council establishes four key pillars to support the country's small businesses in the future.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Nov 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

NZ's newest $23m supercomputer facility now open

Research, Science and Innovation Minister Dr Megan Wood comments on the benefits that this technology will bring to the country.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Nov 2018

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Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy

The Government has refreshed its approach to New Zealand's cybersecurity, with more focus on partnerships, funding, and international participation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019

EduTech

Microsoft showcase highlights NZ's critical challenges

Microsoft's first parliamentary showcase in New Zealand highlighted local innovations addressing critical environmental, social, and economic challenges.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2019

Data Analytics

New Zealand Govt announces cloud framework agreement with SAP

The New Zealand Government has entered a Cloud Framework Agreement with SAP, enabling streamlined cloud services for all agencies under standardised terms.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2019

Digital Transformation

NZ SMBs a cut above most, but don't take up government support

No matter where in Asia Pacific you look, almost all SMBs are barely scratching the surface of digital maturity.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2019

Unified Communications

InternetNZ welcomes Govt's 99.8% broadband coverage plan

InternetNZ applauds the government's plan to extend broadband coverage to 99.8% of New Zealand's population, promising significant rural and mobile expansion.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2018