Government stories - Page 29
Govt calls forth Kiwi developers & data scientists for Open Data Fellowships
Fri, 5th Aug 2016
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The government is calling forth data scientists and developers for an Open Data fellowship with Land Information NZ & The Wellington City Council.
Govt to invest $35 million in NZ's 'Entrepreneurial Universities'
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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$35 million will be poured into 'Entrepreneurial Universities' that can attract researchers, innovation and ultimately grow New Zealand education.
Unisys Stealth solution announces NSA certification
Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Unisys Stealth has been accredited with the 'exclusive' NIAP certification, as well as the NSA's Commercial Solutions for Classified program.
NZ govt agencies now have open source software at their side
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) is helping government agencies pave the way for open source software use, shaping future innovation.
Microsoft wins legal battle over data center access
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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Microsoft has won its legal challenge against the U.S. government's demand for access to emails stored in its Irish data centre, bolstering privacy rights.
Adams calls for industry feedback on Telco Act review
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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telco
Communications Minister Amy Adams is seeking business & consumer feedback on the regulation of fixed line communication services after 2020.
New Bill to simplify UFB rollout passes uncontested
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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telco
Parliament unanimously approves Bill to expedite UFB, promising swifter broadband access for shared properties.
Govt IT modernisation driving public sector services
Thu, 7th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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public sector
Government IT modernisation and strategic mergers are revitalising public sector services, leading to the best market outlook in five years, per TBR.
We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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collaboration
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nztech
Size and location doesn't matter in the tech industry any more. New Zealand's innovation and expertise matches global levels.
Tech focus with Teacher-led Innovation Fund
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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technology in schools
Hutt Valley MP champions a £300k tech education boost for local schools, fuelling Hutt's transformation into 'Technology Valley'.
The war against cyber threats will be worth $9.3 billion in 2021
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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cybersecurity
The war against cyber threats is booming as the security analytics market grows from US$2.83 billion in 2016 to US$9.38 billion in 2021.
Peter Dunne tells GOVIS: Disruptive innovation is New Zealand's future
Mon, 20th Jun 2016
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partners
Peter Dunne addressed the concept disruptive tech at GOVIS, showing how Government and citizens will benefit by embracing it.
Govt reacts to small business group recommendations
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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The Government commits to easing small business operations in response to the Small Business Development Group’s recommendations, including tax simplification.
Budget 2016: Can money buy innovation?
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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partners
Innovation is crucial to the success of any organisation, or economy for that matter. So how can you grow innovation?.
More government investment in Auckland schools
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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ministry of education
Mount Albert Grammar School in Auckland benefits from $153 million investment in school property, announced by Government.
Govt appoints NetSafe to lead cyber bullying prevention
Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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netsafe
Internet safety watchdog NetSafe has been selected by the Govt to help reduce harmful digital communications in an official Approved Agency role.
Canterbury schools set to benefit from Budget 2016
Tue, 31st May 2016
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Canterbury schools to receive $276m investment in infrastructure as part of Budget 2016, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.
Budget 2016: What it means for NZ's tech industry
Tue, 31st May 2016
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technology funding
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budget
The 2016 Budget will inject $761.4m into science and tech in New Zealand, promoting entrepreneurship, skills, and economic growth.
Empired's ECM service gains traction in NZ market
Wed, 25th May 2016
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martech
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The company says it estimates the market opportunity within the New Zealand government market alone is approximately 45,000 users.
Kiwi SMBs make 'huge contribution' to NZ economy
Tue, 24th May 2016
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Government emphasizes role of small businesses in New Zealand economy with release of latest small businesses factsheet.