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From petrol to electric vehicles, like cars replacing horses

Some overseas reports say petrol cars may be obsolete by 2026 but either way the massive switch to electric vehicles will be the biggest disruptive change to people’s lives in more than 100 years, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. As New Zealand’s 15,000 motor mechanics get ready for the exciting electric vehicle (EV) era, … Continue reading "From petrol to electric vehicles, like cars replacing horses"
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Kiwi virtual reality and augmented reality getting real

The New Zealand virtual reality and augmented reality (VRAR) industry sector’s forecast revenues are estimated to be worth more than $320 million within two years, a report release today says. The publication was commissioned by the New Zealand Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Association (NZVRARA), which is a part of the New Zealand Tech Alliance.
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Leading NZ tech businessman honoured

A leading tech businessman, who has possibly done more to improve trade ties with Vietnam than any other New Zealander, was last night recognised for his leadership at the Auckland University of Technology Business School’s NZ Business Support Excellence awards. Augen director, NZTech and FinTechNZ chair Mitchell Pham was one of the finalists at the … Continue reading "Leading NZ tech businessman honoured"
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Universities important but many skills can be learned on the job

If New Zealand raises its education outcomes over a period of 20 years to a level comparable with Finland, it can generate a 204 percent increase in GDP worth an additional $US258 billion, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Technology is driving changes in the way Kiwis work and the skills required for work, he … Continue reading "Universities important but many skills can be learned on the job"