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NZ's tech sector in great need of digital apprenticeships
NZTech

NZ's tech sector in great need of digital apprenticeships

New Zealand's technology sector is in great need for more digital apprenticeships and internships, according to a new survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2021
NZ tech sector 'seriously restricted' by skills mismatch
NZTech

NZ tech sector 'seriously restricted' by skills mismatch

New Zealand's tech sector is struggling to find skilled staff, hindering the country's economy, according to a survey by NZTech.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Feb 2021
'High score' for New Zealand's thriving gaming sector
Gaming

'High score' for New Zealand's thriving gaming sector

New Zealand's game development industry has achieved its highest ever exports, reaching $323.9 million, a 59% increase from 2019.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020
Time to drop the 'she’ll be right' attitude
Data Protection

Time to drop the 'she’ll be right' attitude

Thousands of New Zealanders face fraud and blackmail each year as many still skip basic online security steps, CERT NZ says.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Dec 2020
NZ tech exports to reach $16 billion before 2030
Government

NZ tech exports to reach $16 billion before 2030

New Zealand's tech industry could become the country's largest export industry by 2030, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
NZTech chief hopeful for greater diversity in tech sector
NZTech

NZTech chief hopeful for greater diversity in tech sector

With the most diverse board ever, Muller has released a statement that highlights greater inclusion as the tech sector thrives in a pandemic-hit NZ.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2020
The economic impact of COVID-19
Digital Transformation

The economic impact of COVID-19

Economic worries are deepening as COVID-19 threatens recession, job losses and delayed launches across New Zealand's fintech sector.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020
New Zealand establishes Digital Council
Digital Transformation

New Zealand establishes Digital Council

Government advice on emerging technologies is set to speed up decisions on digital identity, AI and other services for Kiwis.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2020

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New Zealand at serious risk of ruining digital future
EduTech

New Zealand at serious risk of ruining digital future

New Zealand's digital future is at serious risk due to a skills mismatch, impacting education, businesses, and the economy, warns a new survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2021
Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies
NZTech

Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies

New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Jan 2021
Govt must allow border exemptions for tech professionals - NZTech
NZTech

Govt must allow border exemptions for tech professionals - NZTech

Tech sector calls for border exemptions for skilled professionals to address critical skills shortage amid COVID-19 crisis, says NZTech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020
Kiwis dont care enough about cybersecurity
Edge Security

Kiwis dont care enough about cybersecurity

COVID-19 has increased New Zealand's reliance on digital devices, but Kiwis aren't adapting their cybersecurity habits, says NZTech CEO.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
UPDATED: Election 2020 - Which parties care about tech's role in New Zealand
EduTech

UPDATED: Election 2020 - Which parties care about tech's role in New Zealand

Technology should be flying high when it comes to government investment and commitment from New Zealand's political parties. But is it?.

By Sara Barker • 8 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2020
COVID-19: Is technology New Zealand's silver bullet?
Health Technologies

COVID-19: Is technology New Zealand's silver bullet?

Technology will provide the silver bullet that New Zealand needs to manage COVID-19, according to NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2020
NZ tech sector helping Govt's COVID-19 response
Government

NZ tech sector helping Govt's COVID-19 response

The tech sector is significantly supporting the government on its journey to embrace an enhanced digital future.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2020
COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech
NZTech

COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech

COVID-19 is driving New Zealand's digital future, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham, as tech businesses adapt and innovate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
NZTech: Govt Budget 2020 important for NZ's tech ecosystem
Government

NZTech: Govt Budget 2020 important for NZ's tech ecosystem

The Government's 2020 Budget is pivotal for New Zealand's tech sector, with significant investments to boost digital innovation, says NZTech's Graeme Muller.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 19th May 2020
An expert's perspective on COVID-19 and fintech in NZ
Fintech

An expert's perspective on COVID-19 and fintech in NZ

FintechNZ general manager James Brown says that the virus could change the fintech landscape across industries.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020