Policy stories - Page 3
Deel's new research and policy arm hones in on global employment
Fri, 23rd Dec 2022
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Deel has announced the creation of a new research and policy arm, the Deel Lab for Global Employment. The lab will bring experts and data together.
Cyber Week showcases breadth of AU cybersecurity sector
Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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cybersecurity
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policy
Australian Cyber Week 2022 has been launched by the Minister for Cyber Security, showcasing the country's cybersecurity sector.
NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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digital transformation
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recruitment
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skills gap
Tech sector aims to attract international investors as large tech sector investors explore opportunities in New Zealand.
A case for public-private partnerships in technology infrastructure for government
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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healthtech
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public sector
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public infrastructure
With more governments setting technology-enabled goals, the timing seems to be right to apply the principles of PPP for network infrastructure.
National Party announces $1.29 billion tech policy ahead of election
Mon, 21st Sep 2020
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The policy, announced today, pledges to create 100,000 jobs in the industry by 2030 if the party is elected next month.
ASPI demystifies Australia's 'offensive cyber' capabilities
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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offensive security
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australian signals directorate
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cyber warfare
What does Australia’s offensive cyber capabilities actually involve? It seems that many people may have the wrong idea.
GitHub reveals the global tech policies impacting 2018
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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apm
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open source
Regulators in Europe, China, and elsewhere are increasingly setting the agenda on issues ranging from data protection to cybersecurity and AI.
New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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massey university
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cybersecurity strategy
A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.
More small business roadshows to kick off around NZ, Govt says
Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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support
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travel
New Zealand's Small Business Minister Jacqui Dean announces a series of nationwide roadshows, starting in Kāikoura on 27 March, to support local enterprises.
Amy Adams address: Wellington Privacy Forum
Tue, 17th May 2016
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data protection
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government
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data sharing
Justice Minister Amy Adams addressed the Wellington Privacy Forum with a focus data privacy, sharing and the Privacy Act.
Callaghan quizzed by MPs over 'failures,' grants to foreign companies
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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government
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callaghan innovation
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grants
Callaghan Innovation, the government backed innovation hub, faced questions this week from opposition MPs about why it had funded companies that subse.
UPDATE: Stalled EQC policy review leaves global reinsurers uncertain over NZ market
Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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earthquake commission
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security vulnerabilities
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funding
The government review of the Earthquake Commission's funding and policy structures is leaving global reinsurers uncertain as they try to assess the.
NZ govt's social housing plans aim to alleviate poverty, PM Key says
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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housing
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community
The government's plan to increase the private provision of state-housing is part of a wider goal to alleviate the country's most vulnerable by putt.
Staff web usage: To filter, or not to filter...
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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phishing
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hcm
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email security
SMEs face a constant dilemma: trust staff or monitor their web use. Web filtering can safeguard companies legally and financially, and boost MSP revenue.
Google moves threaten independent legal counsel
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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google
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government
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advertising
Google’s new ad policy bans a multi-national legal firm from promoting their services, suggesting people don’t need legal counsel, sparking industry debate.
Labour accuse ministers of ‘stifling software sector’
Mon, 3rd Sep 2012
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physical security
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labour
Labour criticises ministers for amending the Patents Bill, claiming it stifles NZ's software sector by allowing widespread patenting, hurting small innovators.
Blogger named Fellow of InternetNZ
Fri, 29th Jul 2011
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policy
InternetNZ recognises three new fellows and re-elects incumbent councillors at its annual general meeting. David Farrar among new fellows.
Govt takes bigger interest in public sector ICT spend
Fri, 8th Oct 2010
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collaboration
The NZ government outlines new ICT policies aimed at enhancing efficiency and innovation across public sector agencies, gaining strong industry support.
A sustained effort
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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dc
Greenpeace's Cool IT Leaderboard highlights IT firms' climate efforts. Cisco leads with 62 points, doubling its score through emissions-saving tech.
Fibre favoured in $300m rural bb plan
Thu, 22nd Apr 2010
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uc
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government
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fibre
The government favours fibre in the Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) with a USD $300 million investment to boost connectivity in rural schools.