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.

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.

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!

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!

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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NZTech Update – Creating AgriTech Connections

At 5.30am this morning, my flight from San Francisco landed in Auckland, but the travel has been well worth the effort! After spending time in California, I now have a better understanding of how alternative protein companies are tracking towards commercialisation. Market entry won’t happen overnight, as many companies still need to scale manufacturing and … Continue reading

02 September 2018

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NZTech Update – Creating AgriTech Connections

Good morning from Silicon Valley! This week, I am in San Jose, California with the Agritech New Zealand and Callaghan Innovation agritech immersion programme. Our delegation includes 30 delegates from throughout New Zealand and we have a full schedule. We are visiting several cutting edge farming facilities, meeting investors and forming connections with the US … Continue reading

26 August 2018

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NZTech Update – Supercharging small business

Hi Readers Last week, I had the pleasure of spending time with Minister Nash, the Minister of Small Business, Revenues and Police. We discussed many issues, but the focus of our meeting was the relationship between tech and small business. I highlighted that most tech firms are also small businesses. For example, the recent announcement … Continue reading

19 August 2018

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NZTech Update – A new era in digital procurement

Hi Readers This week looks to be a busy one. Today, we start interviewing for the Techweek partnership manager. It’s not too late to throw your hat into the ring if you’re looking for a change. On Tuesday we will be working with NZTE to integrate the UpStarters and Tech Story work with the Techweek … Continue reading

12 August 2018

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NZTech Update – Showcasing the local tech ecosystem

Hi Readers For the past four years we have been working on three major projects with various government agencies to help grow tech exports. When I started this job I looked into how other countries got famous for being good at tech. What did Israel do? What about Ireland? One of the common features of … Continue reading

06 August 2018

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NZTech Update – GovTech export potential for New Zealand

Kia Ora At Thursday’s NZTech AGM, it was a pleasure to host several members of the Digital Economy Digital Inclusion Ministerial Advisory Board who provided an update on their work. I was pleasantly surprised to learn of their strong focus on the role of Government procurement. Not only the $1.3 billion a year the Government … Continue reading

30 July 2018

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NZTech Update – Measuring the impact of tech

Kia Ora This Thursday, we host NZTech’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). What is NZTech trying to achieve and how do we know if it is working? I was recently asked how I know if we’ve been successful? Given that much of the work we do is long term and often intangible, sometimes it is hard … Continue reading

22 July 2018

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NZTech Update – Growing the tech sector

Kia Ora I hear the pending decision of New Zealand’s CTO is close, so all things going well, I expect we should learn of the appointment soon, as the Minister did promise to appoint by the beginning of August. Regardless of who is appointed, I’m looking forward to working with the new CTO, as the … Continue reading

16 July 2018

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NZTech Update – An eco taste of the future!

Kia Ora Today I am at the Board meeting for AgriTech New Zealand. It is interesting times for the primary sector as they face unprecedented change. The recent announcement by Air New Zealand that they are offering meat free burgers on flights has been a case study in missing the point. With politicians and meat … Continue reading

09 July 2018

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

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

Celebrating our year in biotech

Meri Kirihimete

Empowering Wāhine: 2024 in Review

NZTech Update – Creating AgriTech Connections

NZTech Update – Creating AgriTech Connections

NZTech Update – Supercharging small business

NZTech Update – A new era in digital procurement

NZTech Update – Showcasing the local tech ecosystem

NZTech Update – GovTech export potential for New Zealand

NZTech Update – Measuring the impact of tech

NZTech Update – Growing the tech sector

NZTech Update – An eco taste of the future!

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