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Kia Ora Even though last week was a short week, it was still a busy one. It was great to get together with many of the country’s EDAs to start thinking about Techweek’19 and share notes on what we are all doing to help increase the uptake of technology throughout New Zealand. MBIE was also … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Maximising tech sector potential"
11 June 2018
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NZTech Update – Building A Digital Economy
Last Friday, submissions for feedback on the proposed R&D tax credits were due. For several years NZTech has been encouraging the introduction of some form of R&D tax credit system. However this is in the context of being an additional method of stimulating R&D and not as a complete replacement to growth grants. Unfortunately, the … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Building A Digital Economy"
04 June 2018
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NZTech Update – UpStarters and Tech Wins!
How amazing was Techweek’18? I hope you were involved, either attending an event, watching TechweekTV or one of the many webcasts. Last week, Techweek’18 hosted 538 tech and innovations events across 36 towns, connecting tens of thousands of Kiwis to the potential of our future. Techweek connected international investors to the potential of our hi-tech … Continue reading "NZTech Update – UpStarters and Tech Wins!"
28 May 2018
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NZTech Update – Techweek Is Here!
We’ve made it! Techweek’18 is on now and all this week. The official count is 538 tech and innovation events throughout New Zealand, so please connect, learn and enjoy. A special thanks to the Prime Minister for joining us in the spirit of Techweek and allowing us to turn her into a hologram to launch the New … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Techweek Is Here!"
21 May 2018
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NZTech Update – Countdown is on!
Last week, it was good to see the Government reopen submissions for the CTO role. No doubt the Minister’s Digital Advisory Group will have their hands full with another wave of applicants. Earlier this year, there were 62 applicants and I’m sure this critical role for New Zealand will attract even more interest the second … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Countdown is on!"
14 May 2018
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NZTech Update – Shaping A Future NZ With AI
Last week, the AI Forum released a major study about the potential for AI in New Zealand. It is available free on the AI Forum website: Artificial Intelligence: Shaping a Future New Zealand. The report is the culmination of nearly a year’s work with research partners IDC and Sapere, examining the local and international AI … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Shaping A Future NZ With AI"
07 May 2018
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NZTech Update – AI’s Impact On New Zealand!
In case you missed it, last week, Minister Curran announced the second half of her Digital Advisory Group. The final seven members are Amber Craig, Cathy Hardinge, Robyn Kamira, Gregory Morgan, David Moskovitz, Damon Odey and Michael Taitoko. They join the first eight with the Chair, Frances Valintine. Their first order of business will be … Continue reading "NZTech Update – AI’s Impact On New Zealand!"
30 April 2018
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NZTech Update – Beyond ICT Procurement
Over the past few years the relationship between Government and tech has been moving from stuff they procure, to the stuff we need to get right to ensure New Zealand is prosperous. Our relationship is no longer just about ICT spend, but conversations across multiple agencies concerning our evolution as a digital nation. It is … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Beyond ICT Procurement"
22 April 2018
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NZTech Update – Cold showers and AgriTech!
Last week, after three days without power, I had an epiphany. No, not that having a warm shower is a luxury you should never take for granted (although turns out you shouldn’t). I realised that in a world becoming increasingly reliant on technology, mother nature might still have the final word! Whether you blame the … Continue reading "NZTech Update – Cold showers and AgriTech!"
15 April 2018