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How will tech be impacting New Zealand by 2030?
Digital Transformation

How will tech be impacting New Zealand by 2030?

Tech is already New Zealand’s third-biggest sector, with demand for software programmers rising 11 per cent a year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2018
Local tech stars lead world-first blockchain launch
Software-as-a-Service

Local tech stars lead world-first blockchain launch

Untrusted online reviews could stall purchases as a New Zealand-led blockchain platform aims to restore confidence in the global market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
Tech execs, academics coming together to shape AI in NZ
Artificial Intelligence

Tech execs, academics coming together to shape AI in NZ

Top tech companies and experts will gather in Auckland for New Zealand's biggest AI event, showcasing the impact of artificial intelligence on people's lives.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2018
Jacinda Ardern a great example for tech industry, says Tech Women NZ exec
EduTech

Jacinda Ardern a great example for tech industry, says Tech Women NZ exec

Mistry previously worked for the Manukau Institute of Technology, Wang and Apple and has her own company CreateOps.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2018
Three big tech trends critical for Kiwis in 2018
Robotics

Three big tech trends critical for Kiwis in 2018

Demand for digital skills is set to outpace graduates in New Zealand, with smarter homes and medical drone trials also set to affect daily life.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018
Top Google researcher to address Auckland digital summit
Smart Cities

Top Google researcher to address Auckland digital summit

Auckland’s biggest global tech summit will draw more than 450 delegates as New Zealand pushes a national digital roadmap.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018
NZTech's top three tech trends impacting the wellbeing of Kiwis
Drones

NZTech's top three tech trends impacting the wellbeing of Kiwis

CEO Graeme Muller says these major tech developments will significantly impact lives of New Zealanders for the better.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2018
Top Google researcher to speak at Auckland digital summit
Google

Top Google researcher to speak at Auckland digital summit

Tomas Izo leads a Google team of engineers and scientists researching digital issues which contribute to a wide range of products.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
NZTech responds to digital divide report: 'The government is right to raise this concern'
Robotics

NZTech responds to digital divide report: 'The government is right to raise this concern'

The digital divide in New Zealand is growing, leaving many disenfranchised, says a report released by the Communications Minister.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2017
Forget rugby & tourism...NZTech's CEO on what Apple's latest acquisition means for us
NZTech

Forget rugby & tourism...NZTech's CEO on what Apple's latest acquisition means for us

Apple's acquisition of Auckland start-up PowerbyProxi is a sign of New Zealand's growing status in the global tech industry.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2017
Tech momentum having a huge impact
Agricultural Technology

Tech momentum having a huge impact

Technology is spreading beyond startups in New Zealand, lifting banking, farming and tourism while making tech the fastest-growing industry.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
Tech's momentum driving New Zealand economy forward
NZTech

Tech's momentum driving New Zealand economy forward

NZTech's annual report states that it's committed to creating more prosperity for New Zealand underpinned by technology.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Faster internet bringing more cyberattacks
Malware

Faster internet bringing more cyberattacks

Rising digital dependence is exposing businesses and households to more phishing scams, malware and other attacks, NZTech warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2017
You're invited: The 3rd Annual Advance Cyber Security Summit
Fintech

You're invited: The 3rd Annual Advance Cyber Security Summit

The 2017 NZTECH Advance Cyber Security Summit, which will dive into the progress, developments and challenges that await us.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017
Need for speed: The connection between faster internet and cyber attacks
Supply Chain

Need for speed: The connection between faster internet and cyber attacks

As net speeds soar, NZTech chief flags rise in cyber attacks, linking digitalisation to a spike in cyber crime sophistication.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2017
NZ tech unknown in Asia - we need to do more to put NZ on the map
NZTech

NZ tech unknown in Asia - we need to do more to put NZ on the map

New Zealand needs to invest in promoting its technology sector, says Mitchell Pham, chair of NZTech and FinTechNZ.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017

Global Stories

NZTech stories

New Zealand's tech leaders get behind global blockchain platform
Crypto

New Zealand's tech leaders get behind global blockchain platform

Kiwi tech stars are launching the world's first blockchain platform for the multi-billion-dollar global online ratings and review industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2018
Degree no longer mandatory with tech opportunities - NZTech
EduTech

Degree no longer mandatory with tech opportunities - NZTech

New Zealand could see a 204% increase in GDP by matching Finland's education outcomes, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2017