Submission by NZTech to the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission NZTech has submitted its recommendations to the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, emphasising the critical role digital infrastructure must play in Aotearoa’s National Infrastructure Plan. The Role of Digital Infrastructure While traditional infrastructure like roads, schools, and water systems remains essential, NZTech’s submission highlights that digital infrastructure is just as crucial … Continue reading "NZTech Submission: Developing a National Infrastructure Plan"

NZTech has submitted feedback on the Budapest Convention and Related Matters Legislation Amendment Bill, supporting the Government’s efforts to align with the Council of Europe Convention on Cybercrime. This alignment is crucial as cybercrime continues to pose significant financial and security threats to New Zealand. Why It Matters Cybercrime is a growing challenge, with financial losses in … Continue reading "Ensuring New Zealand’s Cyber Resilience"

Submission by EdTechNZ to Ministry of Education Our submission is based on member insights into the role of digital technologies reshaping education for students and educators.  Members expressed optimism about technology’s potential to create a more inclusive and forward-focused education system, but they also identified challenges that need to be addressed.  To maximise digital technology … Continue reading "Potential for Digital Technology to Support Tailored and Personalised Learning"

At NZTech, we’re proud to represent over 2,500 members across New Zealand’s fast-growing tech sector. Recently, we submitted insights to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee on the challenges non-tariff barriers (NTBs) pose to our exporters—highlighting what’s holding back the full potential of Kiwi tech on the global stage. With 121,000 people employed in … Continue reading "Breaking Down the Impact of Non-Tariff Barriers on NZ’s Tech Exports"

Submission by Digital Identity NZ to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) thanks the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) for the opportunity to provide a submission on the open banking standards and regulation.  We continue to support the overall intention of the proposed legislation and designation rules: … Continue reading "Customer and Product Data Bill – Open Banking Designation Regulations and Standards"

BlockchainNZ Submission to the Finance and Expenditure Committee Inquiry into Banking Competition BlockchainNZ is pleased to contribute to the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s inquiry into banking competition. As a community dedicated to advancing blockchain innovation in Aotearoa New Zealand, we represent a rapidly growing sector that is poised to transform financial services, technology, and the public … Continue reading "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

Submission by Digital Identity NZ to Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee Our Policy and Regulatory subcommittee has provided feedback on the Customer and Product Data Bill (CPD). We support the bill’s overall aim of enhancing data usage for societal and individual benefit, promoting innovation and ensuring secure data services.  However, our members have raised … Continue reading "The Draft Consumer and Product Data Bill"

Submission by NZTech to the Ministry of Education Our rapidly growing tech sector needs more skilled workers but training and vocational education pathways are lacking. Businesses in other sectors across the economy are also facing shortages of workers with digital skills. Government agencies, polytechnics and other providers must continue to work with industry to develop … Continue reading "Vocational Education and Training Reforms Consultation"

Submission by NZTech to the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee NZTech supports the bill’s overall aim of enhancing data usage for societal and individual benefit, promoting innovation and ensuring secure data services. However, to improve clarity we recommend several adjustments. Regulatory intervention should be focused, with governance remaining under existing laws. Requirements regarding storage … Continue reading "The Draft Consumer and Product Data Bill"