Government stories - Page 33
National strategies needed to maximise IoT potential
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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the center for data innovation
Govt strategies key to unlocking IoT benefits, says Data Innovation chief, calling for policies to maximise tech for economy and life quality.
Cyber crime rife: The whole approach to security must change
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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quantum computing
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predictions
Entirely new cyber threats will emerge in 2016, requiring fresh counter measures, according to predictions by Unisys.
NZ Govt extends support to local SMEs
Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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The New Zealand Government is supporting the growth of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with an extension on its Regional Business Partner programme.
Youth programme launched to foster NZ's future leaders
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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leadership
OMGTech! says the Youth Leadership programme has been designed to help New Zealand create a strong pipeline of future leaders in the technical space.
Kiwi SMEs: Will you earn the ‘cyber security tick’?
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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New Zealand launches cyber credentials scheme for small businesses to encourage good cyber security practices.
Government IT needs to aim higher
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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Government technology market set to be shaken up in 2016, as agencies move towards digital government. #governmenttechnology.
NZ Govt attempts to outpace cybercriminals with new strategy
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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NZ launches a new Cyber Security Strategy, investing NZD $2 billion to enhance online safety and resilience, aiming to tackle rising cybercrime threats.
Government digitisation brings benefit and risk to citizens
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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cybersecurity
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Governments around the world are actively pursuing digitalisation, but concerns about security and privacy remain, according to UXC Saltbush.
NZTA strikes a blow to NZ’s tech sector
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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distributors
It has been revealed that Snapper, the kiwi developed contactless payment card used throughout the Wellington region, could end up being replaced.
Government website recognised for user experience
Tue, 1st Dec 2015
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The Department of Internal Affairs staff recognised for award-winning Govt.nz website at the WriteMark Plain English Awards.
Technology to transform the NZ Government
Mon, 30th Nov 2015
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The NZTech Advance Government and Technology Summit in February will explore how technology can improve public services and drive government innovation.
NZ Government launches Unlocking Curious Minds fund
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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engineering
Under the Unlocking Curious Minds contestable fund pilot the NZ Government hopes to engage more young Kiwis with science and technology.
Local ANZ govt councils gear up for oncoming change
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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Most Australian and New Zealand councils are aware of the increasing digital needs of citizens, a new report shows.
New Zealand’s Government shines the spotlight on data security
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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data protection
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cloud services
The New Zealand government's approach to data security could benefit the commercial sector, says Greg Thomas of Unisys New Zealand.
Government looks to update NZ's tertiary education
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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productivity
The Government is investigating new models of tertiary education that fit better with the changing demands of today’s world.
New investment tool launched by Treasury
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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data analytics
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planning
The UK Government has launched a new tool to help organisations assess the costs and benefits of social policy initiatives.
Online tax services saving businesses money
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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tax
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Increasing numbers of businesses and individual taxpayers turning to online service to pay tax means big savings, according to the Government.
Connectivity tech drives innovation in rural New Zealand
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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The fourth annual MobileTech conference will take place in March next year and focus on innovative productivity tools for the rural sector.
Labour slams Govt. rural broadband scheme
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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Labour criticizes the Govt's flawed rural broadband scheme, as regions struggle with dismal internet access, stifling growth.
Neglect of Northland's internet speed disgraceful, says Winston
Wed, 21st Oct 2015
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chorus
New Zealand First calls out Government over Northland internet speeds; Chorus has no funds to upgrade, says Winston Peters.