Tech’s role crucial in driving emissions reduction efforts

11 April 2024

Industry voice NZTech, today announces the launch of a new report, Technology for Emissions Reduction: A framework for Aotearoa’s Climate Technology Roadmap. 

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Tech for a greener future

08 April 2024

What is a climate technology roadmap and why do we need one? This is the question we’ll be answering on Thursday at the launch of our latest report in the Digital Nation series.

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The hidden potential of dyslexia

08 April 2024

We’re supporting Unlock Innovation to understand more about the issues surrounding unrecognised and underutilised dyslexic talent in New Zealand. Up to one in five New Zealanders are dyslexic, a neurodiversity that is often concealed. Dyslexics make up approximately 35 percent of entrepreneurs and many have founded leading brands. Despite progress in accommodating diverse learners in … Continue reading "Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day"

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ShadowTech Day 2024 - New dates announced!

08 April 2024

We’re delighted to announce the return of ShadowTech Day in August. Our programme offers girls in years 9-11 an opportunity to discover the world of tech, spark their curiosity and explore career pathways. We’re showcasing real roles, because we know there’s a tech job to suit everyone. Matched with local tech companies, students will gain … Continue reading "Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day"

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Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day

Tēnā koe, We celebrated Ada Lovelace Day on the 10th of October by diving into Gender Bias in Artificial Intelligence.  It turns out AI is a lot like cake; AI is like a recipe passed down through generations, it doesn’t matter how good your oven is, the cake will never be delicious if the ingredients … Continue reading "Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day"
24 October 2023
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NZTech Inform – Politics and rugby!

What a weekend! So, with a new Government forming, it looks like we may have a Minister. And go the ABs - one of the best games of rugby I’ve viewed!
18 October 2023
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NZTech Inform: Our digital future

Kia Ora,  Currently, much of the political discussion revolves around how to spend the limited amount of money we have as a country, whether it’s cost-cutting or providing tax breaks. Surely, we should also focus more on planning how to fund the future we want. The next Government must support the use of technology to … Continue reading "NZTech Inform: Our digital future"
25 September 2023
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Why it’s too early for Biometrics regulation in Aotearoa

'Digital Identity NZ's submission to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner on a potential code of practice for Biometrics is possibly the most comprehensive response to a submission on Biometrics ever done in Aotearoa in recent times’
22 September 2023
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NZTech Inform: Know the risks

We know cybersecurity is constantly evolving, with threats and attacks becoming increasingly more sophisticated. As the risk grows, we also need to ensure we are continually learning and developing our abilities to deal with them too.
11 September 2023
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InsurTechNZ Newsletter – September 2023

InsurTechNZ’s goals are to increase cross industry collaboration, promote data-led careers and strengthen international connections. View the strategy here. Our next event is on Thursday 14 September, at the Media Design School in Auckland. Join us and learn how two leading insurers craft their technology innovation roadmaps, aiming to strike a balance between stability and adaptability. … Continue reading "InsurTechNZ Newsletter – September 2023"
06 September 2023
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Aotearoa AI Summit | AI Forum News

In the lead up to our AI Summit next month we are all still buzzing from our second annual AI for the Environment Hackathon Festival.
31 August 2023
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NZTech Inform: Bridging the gap

On Thursday I facilitated our NZTech Connect event, Bridging the participation gap of Māori in Aotearoa’s tech sector. We heard about the impressive work that Spark has been undertaking from their head of People and Culture Heather Polglase. Special thanks also to Te Matarau The Māori Tech Association CEO Lee Timutimu, Spark Kaupapa Māori Lead Rhonda Koroheke and Te Pūkenga … Continue reading "NZTech Inform: Bridging the gap"
28 August 2023