MBIE stories - Page 2
NZ's early stage tech companies bolstered by rising investments - report
Wed, 30th May 2018
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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NZ's rank at first in the world for ease of doing business by the World Bank Group is a huge drawcard for investors.
Govt puts spotlight on tech sector investment
Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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The New Zealand Government has launched an investment guide to attract more investment in the country's technology sector.
Roboshops: Unlocking curious minds in NZ
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Kiwi kids code with robots as Waikato academics boost digital skillsets in schools, courtesy of 'Unlocking Curious Minds' grant.
NZ Govt websites failing to reach readability goals
Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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New Zealand Government websites are struggling to meet readability goals, with half failing to achieve target scores, according to a report by VisibleThread.
Govt announce intellectual property regime
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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The British government launches study on creative sector's interaction with copyright and designs in a changing technological landscape.
Spark, Vodafone and 2Degrees announce merger
Fri, 1st Apr 2016
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New Zealand's infrastructure investors to merge into 'Spark2Fon' WHERE id = ending industry disputes, says Telecom Minister. Prices expected to drop. #satire.
Auckland employers need to get the records in order
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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MBIE to audit Auckland employers failing to meet staff requirements, with complaints and enquiries given priority.
Govt to invest $4.75m in global innovation projects
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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New Zealand Gov to invest $4.75m in 18 global strategic partnerships to boost research, including internet capability and marine biosecurity.
Classic Joyce: Labour scolds Govt's 'culture of extravagance'
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Labour Party criticizes Steven Joyce for spending $200,000 on an app downloaded only 1000 times. Party calls it a waste of taxpayer money.
Labour Party continues to bag on rural broadband initiative
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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The Labour Party says Minister Amy Adams is currently trying to contain the fallout from the Government's $300 million rural broadband scheme.