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Billion-dollar question: Can cash boost NZ ICT industry?
Government

Billion-dollar question: Can cash boost NZ ICT industry?

Green Party unveils plans for smarter economy with $1bn extra investment in research and development and tax breaks for businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2014
Vodafone HQ leads the way as Christchurch CBD gaps fill up fast
Unified Communications

Vodafone HQ leads the way as Christchurch CBD gaps fill up fast

The notion of a donut effect in the Christchurch CBD, with new developments on the fringes but few buildings in the centre, is being rapidly dispelled.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2014
Gartner: Top 3 reasons why Govt tech projects fail...
Risk & Compliance

Gartner: Top 3 reasons why Govt tech projects fail...

Over the last few years, we have seen an increasing number of high profile government IT projects end in spectacular failure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2014
Is Govt's 'mismanaged' Windows XP migration costing taxpayers millions?
Cybersecurity

Is Govt's 'mismanaged' Windows XP migration costing taxpayers millions?

Labour's ICT spokesperson accuses Peter Dunne of mismanaging the outdated computer systems in the public service, leading to increased security risks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2014

Stories from Other Regions

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Govt welcomes Chorus / Crown Fibre UFB deal...
Unified Communications

Govt welcomes Chorus / Crown Fibre UFB deal...

New agreement allows Chorus to bring forward funding for Ultra-Fast Broadband in New Zealand, but no increase in payment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2014
When it comes to ICT, Govt tells Greens... Innovate this
Government

When it comes to ICT, Govt tells Greens... Innovate this

Minister Joyce critiques Greens for outdated views on NZ's innovation, stressing significant advancement in ICT and R&D since 2008.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2014
Is Key's credibility on the line over Dotcom case?
Government

Is Key's credibility on the line over Dotcom case?

Does Prime Minister John Key need to front up to New Zealanders about the increasingly murky process surrounding Kim Dotcom's residency?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2014
Labour slams Govt's millon-dollar tech start-up u-turn...
Government

Labour slams Govt's millon-dollar tech start-up u-turn...

Govt's U-turn on tech start-up funding, days after criticising Labour's similar plan, sparks calls of 'shamelessness' from critics.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2014
Govt drives digital future with million-dollar tech start-up funds
Government

Govt drives digital future with million-dollar tech start-up funds

Government invests $1m to help ICT start-ups become investment ready, part of the Ministry of Business's Accelerator Programme.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2014
Govt needs to explain Dotcom 'political pressure'
Government

Govt needs to explain Dotcom 'political pressure'

Prime Minister John Key urged to explain political pressure on Kim Dotcom's residency application. Opposition claims National government interfering.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
NZ divided over the great online voting debate...
EduTech

NZ divided over the great online voting debate...

The NetHui conference saw heated debate over online voting in NZ, balancing democratic advances with security fears. Youth surveys show high support.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
“Global thinking” needed to spark NZ's digital future
Government

“Global thinking” needed to spark NZ's digital future

NZ's digital innovation future hinges on global thinking and comprehensive support for start-ups, says Internet Party leader Laila Harré.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2014
Govt mocks Labour's 'out of date' ICT NZ plans...
Government

Govt mocks Labour's 'out of date' ICT NZ plans...

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce says the big news for Labour today is that they have discovered the ICT industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2014
Online tool targets youth literacy and numeracy
Government

Online tool targets youth literacy and numeracy

New Zealand introduces an online tool aimed at enhancing literacy and numeracy among youth aged 15-25, focusing on Māori and Pasifika learners.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2014
Tech start-ups on the rise as Govt pledges $30m grants prize
Government

Tech start-ups on the rise as Govt pledges $30m grants prize

New Zealand expands its network of business incubators with the introduction of new technology-focused incubators.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2014
Would a Labour CTO lead a 'Digital Upgrade' in NZ?
Data Loss Prevention

Would a Labour CTO lead a 'Digital Upgrade' in NZ?

Labour plans to create the position of Chief Technology Officer to advise the Prime Minister and Cabinet on ICT issues.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2014
Govt: Labour hasn't done their homework in education
Government

Govt: Labour hasn't done their homework in education

Labour needs to do some research and catch up with what's happening in the education sector, says Nikki Kaye, Associate Education Minister.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2014
Boost for SMBs as Govt grants NZX exemption
Government

Boost for SMBs as Govt grants NZX exemption

New Zealand SMEs will find it easier to raise capital with the introduction of a new growth market, supported by alternative disclosure rules.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2014