Government stories - Page 21
Kiwi SMBs make 'huge contribution' to NZ economy
Tue, 24th May 2016
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smb
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ndi
Government emphasizes role of small businesses in New Zealand economy with release of latest small businesses factsheet.
Why not extend our existing NZ security fabric nationally?
Tue, 24th May 2016
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firewall
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network management
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network security
While there were many positive responses to the NZ government's announcement to invest in cyber security, McGettigan believes it already exists.
NZ leading the way with app-based transport, global report finds
Tue, 24th May 2016
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international transport forum
New Zealand leading the way in regulating app-based transport services, says report from the International Transport Forum.
Ironic? Kiwis worried about privacy of public social media accounts
Fri, 20th May 2016
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government
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social media
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colmar brunton
Survey unveils Kiwis' privacy fears; most oppose gov't eyeing up their social media data, trumping credit or criminal concerns.
Amy Adams address: Wellington Privacy Forum
Tue, 17th May 2016
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data protection
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data sharing
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government
Justice Minister Amy Adams addressed the Wellington Privacy Forum with a focus data privacy, sharing and the Privacy Act.
Hutt Valley a step closer to becoming Technology Valley
Mon, 16th May 2016
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nz
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callaghan innovation
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government
Hutt Valley is a step closer to becoming NZ’s Technology Valley following the govt's $15m hi-tech funding boost, says National List MP Chris Bishop.
Kiwi execs urged to apply for Govt business scholarships
Mon, 16th May 2016
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government
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nz
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economy
Government encourages NZ businesses to apply for 2016 Prime Minister's Business Scholarships, offering execs the chance to study at top business schools.
New website for Immigration New Zealand
Fri, 13th May 2016
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cloud services
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government
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websites
Immigration New Zealand has launched a new immigration website designed to make it easier for people wanting information about New Zealand.
NSW Department of Education kicks off second stage of SaaS roll-out
Wed, 11th May 2016
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saas
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edutech
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government
The NSW DoE is using Expense8 to further streamline employee expenses and extend automation, scalability and user functionality.
John Key's $22m cyber security announcement: Industry insider opinion
Wed, 11th May 2016
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breach prevention
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ai security
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Key recently announced a $22 million fund to go towards setting up a national security agency - here is an industry insider opinion.
Exclusive: ALE outlines plans for ANZ as region becomes global growth engine
Tue, 10th May 2016
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edutech
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nz
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government
Asia Pacific is set to become the growth engine for ALE, with ANZ leading the way, as local companies seize the opportunity to buy business outcomes.
NZ Govt open licensing consultation goes off without a hitch
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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cloud services
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licensing
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open source
NZ's innovative online consultation on open source software propels transparent, hitch-free government licensing talks.
NZ's first Cyber Security Summit drawing near
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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government
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cybersecurity summit
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partners
New Zealand's first Cyber Security Summit to see over 200 business people gather next week, says Communications Minister Amy Adams.
NZ and Aus govt need to step up online, study finds
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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government
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university of otago
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online services
A new study has found that central government agencies in New Zealand and Australia are performing poorly in terms of online responsiveness.
Cirrus Networks eyes $5b govt ICT spend with Canberra move
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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bi
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big data
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project management
IT provider Cirrus Networks is spreading its wings and opening a Canberra office as it seeks to garner an increased share of the $5b govt ICT spend.
$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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government
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sign language
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online tools
NZ Govt releases £750k in grants to bolster NZ Sign Language projects, including a new proficiency tool.
Another multi-million upgrade for Auckland school
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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e-learning
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government
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retailers
Riverhead School in North-West Auckland is set to receive a $9.4 million upgrade, including a new classroom block and administration building.
New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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government
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uber
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axis
New Zealand overhauls transport rules to accommodate new technologies and streamline small passenger services.
NSW Government updates whole-of-government ICT hardware contract
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
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monitors
The NSW Government has extended its whole-of-government ICT hardware contract through to April 30, 2017 and updated the devices covered by the deal.
New RBI tower brings greater connectivity to Kauaeranga Valley
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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broadband
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4g technology
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telco
New RBI tower brings 4G broadband and mobile coverage to Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel, NZ - improving connectivity for residents and tourists.
Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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network management
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firewall
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network security
Government departments are an attractive target for malicious hackers and criminals, making them vulnerable to attack.
Scrapping of online voting trial a 'blow to democracy'
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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government
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online voting
Online voting trials for local body elections have been cancelled, disappointing councils who see it as a lost opportunity.
Online voting trial canned
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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government
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online voting
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palm
Online voting trial for local body elections in New Zealand scrapped due to concerns over security and vote integrity.
NZ Government gets behind digital tech with new telco laws
Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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cloud services
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
New Zealand government unveils plans for new regulation of broadband and phone services to keep up with digital transformation.