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NZ widens Big Data eye as business potential reaches the sky...
Data Analytics

NZ widens Big Data eye as business potential reaches the sky...

New Zealand aims to be world leader in data sharing with high ethical and privacy standards, says Finance Minister.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 2nd Aug 2014
Govt's Digital Technologies review 'big news' for sector
Government

Govt's Digital Technologies review 'big news' for sector

The Government's new strategic plan for science and technology in schools has been praised by the Institute of IT Professionals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2014
Big Telco, Big praise, Big Data…
Unified Communications

Big Telco, Big praise, Big Data…

New Zealand's largest technology company has welcomed a report of the Data Futures Forum that highlights the exciting opportunities that could come fr.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2014
Xero praises power of Big Data as doors open for business...
Data Analytics

Xero praises power of Big Data as doors open for business...

Xero champions Big Data's potential, highlighting collaborative efforts between sectors in NZ to unlock economic and social benefits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2014
Novopay rolls over to Government-owned company
Human Capital Management

Novopay rolls over to Government-owned company

The UK government to manage school payroll system from 17 Oct, following a deal with Talent2 to enhance stability and reduce costs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2014
Adams slams 'underwhelming' Labour UFB plans
Unified Communications

Adams slams 'underwhelming' Labour UFB plans

Labour's ICT policy of endless reviews would increase the digital divide, claims New Zealand's Minister for Communications and Information Technology.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2014
Will Kiwis ever get justice over spying saga?
Government

Will Kiwis ever get justice over spying saga?

Green Party claims New Zealanders spied on by Government will never get justice after Police found not negligent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
Time for a change as Ultrafast Fibre CEO resigns
Unified Communications

Time for a change as Ultrafast Fibre CEO resigns

Ultrafast Fibre CEO Maxine Elliott is leaving after three years, saying she will find a new opportunity to make a difference.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Government stories

NZTech praises Govt agency data access progress...
Fintech

NZTech praises Govt agency data access progress...

The NZ Technology Industry Association welcomes progress on a business transformation project to simplify business-government interaction.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2014
School ICT review will address skills shortage, says MYOB
Government

School ICT review will address skills shortage, says MYOB

MYOB champions gov't push to combat NZ's ICT skills gap through school curriculum overhaul, promising brighter futures for students.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2014
Govt launches more opportunities to engage 'curious minds'
Cloud Services

Govt launches more opportunities to engage 'curious minds'

New plan to boost science engagement among NZ youth, as Govt invests in future innovators, says Ministers Joyce and Parata.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2014
Foss welcomes first crowdfunding licence...
Government

Foss welcomes first crowdfunding licence...

New Zealand welcomes its first equity crowd-funding and peer-to-peer lending licences as part of its Business Growth Agenda.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2014
Harré heads to Helensville to hassle Key on Internet economy
Unified Communications

Harré heads to Helensville to hassle Key on Internet economy

Internet Party Leader Laila Harré takes on Prime Minister John Key in his own electorate, demanding answers on his stance on technology.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2014
$65k up for grabs as Govt offers Kiwi start ups flying start in business...
Government

$65k up for grabs as Govt offers Kiwi start ups flying start in business...

The ANZ Flying Start Business Plan Competition is back for 2014, and looking to uncover New Zealand's next big thing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2014
Political parties push for Coleman exit as Dotcom debacle drags on
Government

Political parties push for Coleman exit as Dotcom debacle drags on

NZ Immigration right to distance itself from claims ministers were unaware of FBI involvement in #KimDotcom case. (110 characters).

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2014
Should Coleman come clean over FBI Dotcom briefing?
Government

Should Coleman come clean over FBI Dotcom briefing?

Former Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman called upon to reveal when he was informed of FBI investigation into Kim Dotcom.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2014
“Go home Dotcom”… Drury slams “depressing” political ICT plans
Fintech

“Go home Dotcom”… Drury slams “depressing” political ICT plans

As the political heavyweights debated the future ICT roadmap for New Zealand last night, Rod Drury sat shaking his head in the crowd.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 26th Jul 2014
Kiwi families... are you embracing a digital Govt?
Government

Kiwi families... are you embracing a digital Govt?

Digital Government services in New Zealand are a success, with 42% of measured transactions completed digitally.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2014