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Māori tech enterprises see growth but face workforce challenges

Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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The 2024 Toi Hangarau report reveals Māori-owned tech firms have generated USD $160.5 million, spotlighting Māori tech engagement challenges.
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AI skills could boost New Zealand salaries by 30%, says AWS

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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New AWS research suggests that nurturing AI skills could increase salaries by over 30% and boost career growth in New Zealand's workforce.
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NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction

Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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NZTech unveils a report outlining the crucial role technology may have in cutting emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
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HCLTech graduates first digital apprentices in New Zealand, plans expansion

Sun, 5th Nov 2023
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HCLTech celebrates the graduation of its first group of digital apprentices in New Zealand and plans to expand the program.
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New Zealand digital tech skills survey now underway

Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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NZTech is calling on tech firms and businesses to provide valuable insight into skills and training needs for the New Zealand Aotearoa digital tech sector.
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Major media companies sign new online safety framework for Aotearoa

Mon, 25th Jul 2022
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A new joint development between Netsafe and some of the world's leading social media companies is set to provide Kiwis with safer online experiences.
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Microsoft backing Māori and Pacific wāhine in tech industry

Mon, 16th May 2022
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New initiative Sisters in Tech, backed by the NZ government, calls on tech companies to support Māori and Pacific women in pursuing tech careers.
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The AI Forum helps NZ pave the way with AI sustainability practices

Thu, 12th May 2022
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Non-profit organisation The AI Forum is helping Kiwis learn about addressing climate change issues through the use of AI technology.
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Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector

Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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NZTech has released a statement applauding the Government response to the critical digital skills shortage, but acknowledges that it may not be enough.
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NZTech calls for Govt to fund cybersecurity education as risk ramps up

Thu, 18th Feb 2021
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NZTech says it's time for the Government to put funding into educating Kiwis about how to avoid being a victim of cyber crime, just as it does for road safety.
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NZ's tech sector in great need of digital apprenticeships

Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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New Zealand’s technology sector is in great need for more digital apprenticeships and internships, according to a new survey.
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NZ tech sector 'seriously restricted' by skills mismatch

Mon, 1st Feb 2021
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New Zealand’s tech sector is struggling to find skilled staff, hindering the country’s economy, according to a survey by NZTech.
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New Zealand at serious risk of ruining digital future

Thu, 28th Jan 2021
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New Zealand's digital future is at serious risk due to a skills mismatch, impacting education, businesses, and the economy, warns a new survey.
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Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies

Mon, 4th Jan 2021
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New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.
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'High score' for New Zealand's thriving gaming sector

Fri, 18th Dec 2020
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New Zealand's game development industry has achieved its highest ever exports, reaching $323.9 million, a 59% increase from 2019.
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Govt must allow border exemptions for tech professionals - NZTech

Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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Tech sector calls for border exemptions for skilled professionals to address critical skills shortage amid COVID-19 crisis, says NZTech.
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Kiwis dont care enough about cybersecurity

Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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COVID-19 has increased New Zealand's reliance on digital devices, but Kiwis aren't adapting their cybersecurity habits, says NZTech CEO.
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UPDATED: Election 2020 - Which parties care about tech's role in New Zealand

Tue, 6th Oct 2020
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Technology should be flying high when it comes to government investment and commitment from New Zealand's political parties. But is it?.
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NZ tech exports to reach $16 billion before 2030

Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
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New Zealand's tech industry could become the country's largest export industry by 2030, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.
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NZTech chief hopeful for greater diversity in tech sector

Mon, 14th Sep 2020
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With the most diverse board ever, Muller has released a statement that highlights greater inclusion as the tech sector thrives in a pandemic-hit NZ.