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Govt boosts CIO's powers and budget to tackle IT blunders and safeguard public data, following high-profile failures like Novopay.

As government IT spending stays flat through out the world, the Kiwi market is expected to grow almost 1.4% this year.

Kim Dotcom expresses concerns over government surveillance and supports Edward Snowden in his latest column for The Guardian.

Amid unlawful surveillance of Megaupload's Kim Dotcom, experts demand accountability within government and law enforcement agencies.

As rumours surface that Edward Snowden may seek refuge in New Zealand, Prime Minister John Key insists the US govt whistleblower is not welcome.

Microsoft, Google and Facebook call for greater transparency as companies deny any involvement in US government surveillance program.

Following a government review of it's system security last October, the CIO in charge of the investigation says the issues have been addressed.

Unpreparedness at Talent2 and the Ministry of Education leads to costly Novopay errors, casting a shadow over the state's project management.

Christchurch-based company becomes one of the suppliers of Samsung tablets to government agencies and schools.

Govt ponders creating a cyber security group to bolster public defences against rising web crimes, signifying a proactive approach to online safety.

Govt injects $130m into Callaghan Innovation, aiding Kiwi entrepreneurs and bolstering R&D, as part of a bid to globalise NZ businesses.

Huawei's chief reassured NZ politicians that the tech giant poses no risk to cyber-security, despite prior US accusations. Labour MPs still voice concerns.

NZ's new bill ends software patents, sparking debate. A landmark move by the government splits opinions across the tech industry.

Kim Dotcom accuses New Zealand PM of being mislead by US officials in “scandalous” copyright case. #KimDotcom #copyright.

Auckland-based software company identified as having ICT innovation with the proven potential to solve business problems in government.

Maori Internet Society debates between accepting cash or spectrum rights after NZ Gov's 4G allocations exclude iwi, seeking wider community benefit.

The Labour Party criticises the New Zealand government over the mysterious sale of Orcon, questioning its strategic value and the USD $30-$35m price tag.

The Ministry of Justice is alleged to have suffered a serious website security flaw last week, with up to 63,000 documents potentially publicly accessed.

Telecommunications Commissioner Stephen Gale will press ahead with a review of wholesale broadband pricing on Chorus's ageing copper lines.

HP's New Zealand subsidiary records a staggering NZD $92.5m loss, with revenues plummeting 12% to NZD $647m, amid global struggles.