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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FINALISTS & WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE EDTECH AWARDS 2022

A salute to edtech’s best and brightest innovators, leaders, and trendsetters! Finalists and winners for The EdTech Awards 2022 have been announced to a worldwide audience of educators, technologists, students, parents, and policymakers interested in building a better future for learners and leaders in the education and workforce sectors. Celebrating its 12th year, the US-based … Continue reading "FINALISTS & WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE EDTECH AWARDS 2022"
30 March 2023
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Inspiring and energising more diversity and equality in technology, innovation and STEM

Susana Tomaz | STEAM Coordinator Westlake Girls High School | Across School Lead – Pupuke Kāhui Ako at Ministry of Education of New Zealand March 2023 has been an exciting month for various reasons. Two significant events that have marked this month are the celebration of International Women’s Day and the release of ChatGPT 4.  … Continue reading "Inspiring and energising more diversity and equality in technology, innovation and STEM"
29 March 2023
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AkoTech | Director Peter Duncan | Inspiring and empowering the next generation of technology and STEM professionals.

AkoTech, formerly known as Codecamp, has just announced the release of the beta version of its learning platform, which teaches children and teachers how to code with virtual robotics. The company’s new immersive, AI, and gamified coding platform offers interactive lessons designed to simulate real-life robotics experiences, including a personal AI learning guide called PAIGE … Continue reading "AkoTech | Director Peter Duncan | Inspiring and empowering the next generation of technology and STEM professionals."
29 March 2023
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Responsible AI in Space Survey

In collaboration with SmartSat CRC, EY and CSIRO Data61, Swinburne University of Technology researchers are investigating the practices and experiences of professionals in the space industry in developing and interacting with artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The project aims to engage with professionals in the space industry to understand their experiences in developing, regulating, or otherwise … Continue reading "Responsible AI in Space Survey"
29 March 2023
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Q&A with Shane Brunette, CEO of CryptoTaxCalculator

Crypto or blockchain? Crypto  Tell us about your organisation in 20 words or less CryptoTaxCalculator was built for crypto natives to accurately calculate the tax obligations on their complex DeFi and NFT trading activity. What’s your blockchain origin story? I began my career in sales with a background in behavioural economics and psychology. Upon exploring … Continue reading "Q&A with Shane Brunette, CEO of CryptoTaxCalculator"
22 March 2023
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EdTechNZ member Kai’s Education continues to impress in overseas markets

EdTechNZ member Kai’s Education is making headway in the US with its award winning educational robot “Kaibot”, launched late last year. The little AI-enabled learning robot is designed to help five to 15-year-old children develop coding skills, and last year won the Learn-to-Code category in the Smart Toys competition in Dubai. It was also named … Continue reading "EdTechNZ member Kai’s Education continues to impress in overseas markets"
27 February 2023
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Bright Awards Winners 2022 Announcement

The Bright Awards recognise young New Zealand high-school talent within the creative arts and technology fields. Since 2016, Media Design School has committed to help lift these creators and give back to their community. The 2022 Bright Awards invited Year 11–13 students to showcase and celebrate their creativity in digital design and technology. Winners were … Continue reading "Bright Awards Winners 2022 Announcement"
24 February 2023