Government stories - Page 25
National strategies needed to maximise IoT potential
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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supply chain
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Govt strategies key to unlocking IoT benefits, says Data Innovation chief, calling for policies to maximise tech for economy and life quality.
Cyber crime rife: The whole approach to security must change
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
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trends & predictions
Entirely new cyber threats will emerge in 2016, requiring fresh counter measures, according to predictions by Unisys.
Government IT needs to aim higher
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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ovum
Government technology market set to be shaken up in 2016, as agencies move towards digital government. #governmenttechnology.
Government digitisation brings benefit and risk to citizens
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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cybersecurity
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uxc
Governments around the world are actively pursuing digitalisation, but concerns about security and privacy remain, according to UXC Saltbush.
Local ANZ govt councils gear up for oncoming change
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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digitisation
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it budget
Most Australian and New Zealand councils are aware of the increasing digital needs of citizens, a new report shows.
New Zealand's Government shines the spotlight on data security
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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data protection
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data privacy
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cloud services
The New Zealand government's approach to data security could benefit the commercial sector, says Greg Thomas of Unisys New Zealand.
Labour slams Govt. rural broadband scheme
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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rural broadband initiative
Labour criticizes the Govt's flawed rural broadband scheme, as regions struggle with dismal internet access, stifling growth.
Neglect of Northland's internet speed disgraceful, says Winston
Wed, 21st Oct 2015
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uc
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chorus
New Zealand First calls out Government over Northland internet speeds; Chorus has no funds to upgrade, says Winston Peters.
Turnbull government offers hope for digital innovation and skills shortage
Tue, 6th Oct 2015
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uc
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data analytics
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power / energy
Australia's change in leadership is set to create new challenges for digital recruitment according to technology recruitment agency, Greythorn.
Ruapehu makes a play for second broadband investment round
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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broadband
Ruapehu submits plan to government to be included in next broadband and mobile investment round. Council highlights benefits of inclusion.
Strong growth prompts expansion for VMtech
Fri, 25th Sep 2015
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edutech
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government
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education, learning & training
Hybrid cloud specialist VMtech says it's seeing 'rapid expansion' with key customer engagements in financial services, education and government.
Tasman district moves ahead with broadband funding application
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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uc
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government
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rural broadband initiative
The Tasman District Council has submitted its Digital Enablement Planas part of its application for Government broadband funding.
Hawke's Bay Local Authority Shared Service launches new website
Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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hawke's bay regional council
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shared services
Hawke's Bay Councils boost transparency with a new site, showcasing joint efforts to economize and innovate for locals.
Labour calls out Govt's tertiary data requirement plan
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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government
Moves by govt for institutes to reveal where graduates end up working and what they earn is a step in the right direction, but comes with fish hooks.
Northland Regional Council upgrades website for cool $35,000
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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cloud services
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government
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websites
The Northland Regional Council has launched a refreshed version of its website, costing $35,000, to make it easier to access information and services.
NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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government
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rural broadband initiative
While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it's a failure, according to NZ First.
Spark responds to Government's Telco Act review
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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government
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law
Spark will engage with the Government and the general public through this review to ensure NZ is placed to take advantage of the digital future.
Government moves on GST threshold to help Kiwi retailers
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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e-commerce
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government
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gst
New Zealand retailers welcome proposal to lower threshold for GST on imported goods, aiming to compete fairly with foreign websites.
Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, wary of stuffing up sector, English says
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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ufb
The government doesn't want to spend any more money or stay any longer in the build of New Zealand's ultra-fast broadband network.
NZ's cyberbullying bill passes with huge party support
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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government
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cyberbullying
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aras
The Harmful Digital Communications Bill has passed its third and final reading in Parliament, with an overwhelming cross-party support.