NZTech Inform: Championing our science sector

17 March 2025

Kia ora, Aotearoa New Zealand’s biotechnology sector is a hidden gem within our tech landscape. Globally, biotech is on track to exceed $500 billion this year and is estimated to surpass a trillion dollars by 2030. Its expansion is being driven by advancements in personalised medicine, climate resilience and healthy food. Even the smallest fraction … Continue reading "NZ locationtech companies win big"

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Navigating the New Zealand Tech Job Market in 2025: Key Trends and How to Get Ready

17 March 2025

New Zealand’s economy took a major hit in 2024, experiencing the largest GDP contraction among developed countries, according to HSBC. This downturn was largely driven by interest rate hikes aimed at managing post-pandemic inflation.  The recession has significantly impacted the job market, including the tech industry, which was once considered recession-proof but has also experienced … Continue reading "NZ locationtech companies win big"

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NZTech Inform: Fintech momentum

10 March 2025

Kia ora, With Minister Bayly’s recent resignation and Minister Simpson stepping into the Commerce portfolio we hope the momentum for fintech and blockchain growth continues. Two weeks ago, the FMA’s regulatory sandbox application window closed with dozens of submissions – a promising sign for innovation. This sandbox provides a supervised environment where fintech and blockchain companies can test innovative … Continue reading "NZ locationtech companies win big"

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Share your insights on AI in urban governance

03 March 2025

The University of Auckland has launched a significant project examining AI's role in urban planning across New Zealand's major cities. As government agencies increasingly deploy AI systems, this research addresses critical questions about risks, safety and governance.

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March Forward: Women in Tech, Fintech, Life Sciences & More

03 March 2025

I’m really looking forward to a busy and high-impact March across our NZTech Group communities, with a raft of opportunities to strengthen our connections, build capability, and accelerate change.

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More momentum, greater choice - Digital Trust is getting real

27 February 2025

2025 is well underway with a healthy mix of activity, excitement and opportunity, Digital Trust included.

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Shaping the Future of Education in Aotearoa

26 February 2025

Welcome to our first Newsletter for 2025. In this issue: Annual Pulse Survey | New Members and Member News | Upcoming Events | Member Spotlight | Teacher’s Voice

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AI agents mean business now!

25 February 2025

Is 2025 the year of the AI agent, or will their rise be just another milestone in AI’s evolution? The fast pace of innovation makes predictions risky, but one thing is clear: as AI agents move from experimental tech to practical business tools, their impact will be undeniable.

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Teacher’s Voice | Kicking Off 2025 with AI in Education

25 February 2025

What an incredible way to launch the new academic year! The AI in Education Conference series took place in the last week of January, reaching over 900 educators and school leaders from Hamilton, and Kāhui Ako and Principal Associations in Taupō, Nelson, and Wellington.

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EdTech in the Spotlight: N4L innovation improving digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all

25 February 2025

Network for Learning (N4L) - Providing faster, safer internet for Aotearoa New Zealand’s schools and kura

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NZTech Inform: Digital foundations drive growth

24 February 2025

Last week’s member event in Wellington revealed a key insight: Government digitisation isn’t just about efficiency - it’s our next economic catalyst.

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Building AI governance expertise in Aotearoa

24 February 2025

Ready to become an AI governance leader? As organisations navigate AI risks, regulations and trust issues, the need for qualified AI governance professionals has never been more critical.

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Read out of panel discussion on the Contracts of Insurance Act 2024

24 February 2025

On February 13, 2025, InsurTechNZ hosted an event titled "How might the Contracts of Insurance Act re-define the customer relationship?" sponsored by Partners Life.

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NZTech Inform: Techweek is back!

17 February 2025

I'm thrilled to announce that Techweek is returning 19-25 May, thanks to the support of some of our incredible members—stay tuned for our announcements!

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NZ locationtech companies win big

It’s been a great time in the tech space with the NZ Hi-Tech Awards being hosted in Wellington last Friday. With a turnout of close to 1100 people, including the Prime Minister and the Mayor of Wellington, it was a night to enjoy all the great innovation being developed here in Aotearoa. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners - it was great to see so many members from the wider Tech Alliance grace the stage and be acknowledged for all their hard work. 
11 August 2022
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NZTech Annual Report 2022

We're helping create a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous Aotearoa New Zealand underpinned by good tech.
10 August 2022
Newsletters

NZTech Inform – honouring Kiwi tech success

On Friday evening, Seequent was the big winner at the 2022 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, claiming the PwC Hi-Tech Company of the Year category. The winners were announced at a Gala Dinner in Wellington, with over 1000 guests, including the Prime Minister and the Mayor of Wellington.
08 August 2022
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Digital Trust Hui Taumata, Leading the Conversation in Aotearoa

Aotearoa’s first Digital Trust Hui Taumata is taking place on Wednesday. While the event alone is significant enough, this month let’s look at the programme in more detail to consider what it might offer up in terms of the future for digital identity in New Zealand and around the world. To help with context, I offered my perspective on some emerging trends in the form of a Q&A here.
25 July 2022
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Netsafe, NZTech and global tech companies act to tackle digital harms

Netsafe, NZTech and five of the world’s leading technology companies have collaboratedon a joint agreement that sets a benchmark for online safety in the Asia Pacific region.Today, Meta (Facebook and Instagram), Google (YouTube), TikTok, Twitchand Twitter have signed into existence the Aotearoa New Zealand Code of Practice forOnline Safety and Harms. The first-of-its-kind Code obligates … Continue reading "Netsafe, NZTech and global tech companies act to tackle digital harms"
25 July 2022
NZTech News

Creating collective impact

Discover NZTech’s origin story and its rise as a collective impact platform in The Evolution of NZTech report
21 July 2022
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AGRITECHNZ NEWS: CEMENTING NEW RELATIONSHIPS

As we shoot past the halfway point of 2022 and  take time for Matariki reflections, I’m excited for the sector growth opportunities ahead. I’m especially grateful for developing relationships in person. In the next few months we will see agritech visitors coming to New Zealand and agritech innovators heading overseas.  This is the time to form and cement new relationships.

20 July 2022