MBIE stories
Addressing New Zealand’s productivity crisis by tapping into digital skills
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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digital literacy
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mbie
New Zealand’s productivity faces stagnation, but Digital Boost, a free Government-funded platform, aims to empower businesses with vital digital skills.
NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction
Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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iot
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cartech
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NZTech unveils a report outlining the crucial role technology may have in cutting emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
Putting the data horse ahead of the technology cart
Fri, 30th Sep 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Is New Zealand overly focused on technology rather than data? Microsoft's National Technology Officer raises the question.
Digital humans to provide better healthcare services in NZ
Mon, 22nd Aug 2022
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ai
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healthtech
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digitisation
Soul Machines' AI technology aims to revolutionize healthcare in New Zealand as government invests NZD$5.1 million in three research projects.
Ministry will no longer accept equipment from Chinese firm Hikvision
Thu, 11th Aug 2022
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it in manufacturing
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surveillance
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cloud services
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) says it will no longer accept equipment from a major Chinese surveillance camera maker.
It's Fraud Awareness Week: How you can steer clear of scams and fraud
Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Netsafe reports 86% rise in identity fraud and 37% increase in investment fraud in New Zealand, sparking concern over online safety.
MBIE announces launch of new digital identity numbers for NZ businesses
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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data analytics
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planning
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bi
MBIE says Organisation Parts enable New Zealand organisations to digitise their businesses and compete in the changing digital economy.
NZ's international tech reputation on the rise
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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government
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nztech
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weta digital
New Zealand's tech sector is attracting international attention, with South Korea's SK Group visiting to explore collaboration opportunities.
Home-based telcos causing most headaches for Kiwis
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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uc
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fibre
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telco
The New Zealand Consumer Survey reveals home-based telecoms has the highest incidence of problems, says TCF CEO.
NZ’s early stage tech companies bolstered by rising investments - report
Wed, 30th May 2018
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technology investment network
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mbie
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investment
Technology Investment Network (TIN) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have launched their third annual investor report.
Govt launches programme to attract innovation to NZ
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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partner programmes
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mbie
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nz government
Zephyr Airworks credited Innovative Partnerships as part of the reason it is testing its revolutionary air taxi technology in New Zealand.
Maori entrepreneurship thriving in Waikato and Coromandel regions
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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callaghan innovation
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mbie
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startup ecosystem
Waikato region sees growth in Māori business enterprise, says Waikato Innovation Park advisor. Māori businesses seeking support has increased to 16 percent.
Christchurch entrepreneur accelerates with Kokiri
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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callaghan innovation
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accelerator
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mbie
Logan Williams has been selected to take part in the startup accelerator programme to help turn his ideas into an innovative business.
Kiwi VR market set to be worth $320m, employment to double
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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mbie
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nz tech
Globally, AR is predicted to be the fastest growth segment in the world with forecast global revenues of US$83 billion.
The tech talent drought: Cloud engineers & agile project managers in demand
Fri, 13th Oct 2017
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devops
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apm
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software development
IT professionals in high demand as number of applicants for roles declines, according to Hays Quarterly Report. @HaysNews #ITjobs.
MBIE ditches government contract with Fuji Xerox
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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government
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fuji xerox
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printing
Fuji Xerox New Zealand suspended from one All-of-Government contract and terminated from another by the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment.
Northland Inc’s Orchard innovation hub recognised at MBIE Awards
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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awards
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northland
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incubator
Northland Inc's Orchard hub earns MBIE accolade for fostering a collaborative environment that is nurturing innovation across Northland.
NZ SMEs need to keep up in the eCommerce retail race - Spark
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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smb
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mbie
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spark labs
61% of New Zealand SMEs are using websites to sell products/services. However, 40% are still not online. Will they be able to compete with Amazon?.
IT company headquartered in rural Paeroa offers developers a different lifestyle
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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software development
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promapp
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mbie
Paeroa-based IT firm Adroit Creations challenges the urban norm, proving that tech businesses can thrive in rural areas while offering a unique lifestyle.
NZ tech sector seeing strong growth and investments – MBIE report
Thu, 11th May 2017
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mbie
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investment
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investing
NZ’s rank at first in the world for ease of doing business by the World Bank Group is a huge drawcard for investors.