FinTechNZ Wrap-Up: 2024 Highlights and What’s Ahead 🚀

17 December 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of progress and potential across the fintech ecosystem. From policy milestones to exciting developments in innovation and regulation, it’s clear that Aotearoa’s fintech sector is continuing to make its mark and we have a big year coming in 2025.

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Reflecting on 2024: Tech Connections, Global Impact, and a Look Ahead

16 December 2024

2024 has undoubtedly been a year of highs and lows, showcasing both exciting progress and inspiring resilience within our tech community.

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Celebrating our year in biotech

16 December 2024

It has been a landmark year for BioTechNZ and our members. Let's take a moment to reflect on the progress and achievements of 2024!

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Meri Kirihimete

12 December 2024

As another busy year for the Forum draws to a close, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to our efforts. This year’s many successes are a true reflection of your dedication and hard work - thank you!

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Empowering Wāhine: 2024 in Review

11 December 2024

As we close out 2024, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the incredible strides we have made together. This year has been a testament to our collective dedication to empowering wāhine in the New Zealand technology sector.

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Agritech industry gets $29.9m horticulture injection!

Last week’s Wellbeing Budget 2023 announcements included a $29.9m commitment to integrating technology into the horticulture sector. The Horticulture Technology Catalyst initiative emerged from the Agritech Industry Transformation Plan. Its goal: to grow the size and impact of agritech businesses in and from New Zealand.
24 May 2023
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Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology.

Susana Tomaz | STEAM Coordinator Westlake Girls High School | Across School Lead – Pupuke Kāhui Ako at Ministry of Education of New Zealand An Ecosystem Approach to Education: Bridging Pathways, Empowering Teachers, and Cultivating Digital Innovators of Tomorrow, Locally In today’s rapidly evolving world, integrating digital technologies into the curriculum has become essential to … Continue reading "Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology."
24 May 2023
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Exploring Tomorrow, Today!

More than 300 rangatahi from high schools across Tāmaki Makaurau discovered the exciting world of tech at the Tech23 Tour at the Tomorrow Expo at the Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland. The Year 9-13 students met face-to-face with tech employers including ANZ, AWS, Datacom, Deloitte, Geo AR Games, Microsoft, StaplesVR, Tesla and more. It was an … Continue reading "Exploring Tomorrow, Today!"
22 May 2023
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Micro in name, massive in impact!

Across a portfolio of seven micro-credentials, academyEX is offering 460 full fee scholarships, to cover tuition fees if you apply by May 31, 2023. This includes any of their 15 credit micro-credentials in; Leading Beyond Sustainability Disruptive Technologies Entrepreneurship Understanding Software Processes and Tools The Internet of Things (IoTS) Digital and Collaborative Teaching and Learning … Continue reading "Micro in name, massive in impact!"
22 May 2023
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BlockchainNZ Podcast – inviting expressions of interest for sponsorship

Co-founded by Jeff Nijsse (BlockchainNZ council) and Bryan Ventura (BlockchainNZ chair), the BlockchainNZ Podcast is inviting expressions of interest for sponsorship.  Hosted by Jeff Nijsse and currently sponsored by Easy Crypto, each episode dives into all things blockchain, crypto, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse and more!       Available on all mainstream podcast platforms and YouTube.  Recent guests … Continue reading "BlockchainNZ Podcast – inviting expressions of interest for sponsorship"
19 May 2023
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Q&A with Blockchain member Gareth Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Timpi

Timpi is the world’s first decentralized search engine with its own index. This allows us to deliver capabilities in indexing and search never seen before. Crypto or blockchain? Blockchain. Tell us about a “typical” day for you: As the driving force behind the daily operations of the business, I proactively lead and manage all aspects … Continue reading "Q&A with Blockchain member Gareth Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Timpi"
17 May 2023
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PACIFIC KIDS’ LEARNING

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. CAN YOU TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS? Pacific Kids Learning is an innovative EdTech and Edutainment company that produces culturally-relevant content, primarily, for Pacific kids. In an era where Pacific languages … Continue reading "PACIFIC KIDS’ LEARNING"
03 May 2023
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EdTech in the spotlight

Established in Dunedin in December 2020, by two academics in the fields of human nutrition and computer science, Nutriblocks develops video games for nutrition education.
27 April 2023