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Australia’s National Strategy for Identity Resilience | July Newsletter

Kia ora e te whānau On 23 June the Australian government released its National Strategy for Identity Resilience which consists of ten principles to guide digital identity resilience, setting a precedent for how New Zealand’s own digital identity rules could be developed under the Digital Id

July 19, 2023

Industry News

Transforming education one device at a time

With digital content replacing physical books and online learning platforms taking the lead, the internet has become the go-to source for educational needs. High-speed internet is the key to this online world, making smooth and effective learning possible. Now, let's talk about one piece of the

July 11, 2023

Newsletters

InsurTechNZ Newsletter - July 2023

Firstly, welcome to new members Bizcover, Cumulo9, Infolog and V-Unite who are all adding to a stronger InsurTechNZ community. Members come together for regular events in a range of locations including Wellington. The next event will be held in Takapuna on 10th August. June’s panel dis

July 10, 2023

NZTech News

NZTech Inform – inspiring the next generation

Kia ora, Last week, I had a productive meeting with Minister Andersen to share our insights from Digital Skills Aotearoa, so she can be well placed to guide the investment of the Budget’s $27 million assigned to improving the digital skills pipeline. This follows my recent meeting with th

July 10, 2023

Podcasts

BlockchainNZ Pod E18 with David Ding on Ternary Thinking Beyond Blockchain

David Ding is a self described futurist, and I haven't yet decided if hes a bit mad, or a bit genius. I think its likely hes a bit of both. By day David is an innovationa advisor at callaghan innovation, hes deep in the start up and founder mindset, and loves the potential that immutable distribute

July 10, 2023

#Blockchain

Industry News

Researching the insurance industry’s digital journey

AUT University is researching the insurance industry’s digital journey and the barriers or challenges faced working with various systems and processes. Studies will focus on two areas - digital augmentation and the concept of digital debt.  The researchers are keen to speak to digital tra

July 7, 2023

#Business & Economy

Events

The 'Connect' event and improving AI fluency in insurance

The InsurTechNZ 'Connect' event at the Mindlab on 29 June featured an industry panel discussion led by Deloitte’s  AI representative, Amanda Williamson. The conversation navigated the exciting, yet challenging landscape of AI in the insurance sector. Panellists, including Megan Bonetti, GM,

July 7, 2023

#Tech Careers

Industry News

Tauranga STEM Festival 2023: Who Will Shape the Future of Tech?

On October 1st this year, Tauranga will once again play host to the biggest FREE street festival in New Zealand, celebrating all things Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. The event, known as ‘STEMFest’, is growing every year and is encouraging the tech sector to play a bigger role this

July 6, 2023

#Internet of Things

NZTech News

NZTech Inform – Cyber risk spotlight

Kia ora,Cybersecurity is more important than ever before! In CERT’s latest report they have seen a 12 percent increase in incident report numbers. This includes an increase in scam reports (up 23 percent from last year) and financial loss (up 66 percent to almost $6m). Aside from invest

July 3, 2023