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WeRobotics launches global drone data challenge

Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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The winner will receive $235,000 for using drones and data in unique ways to address local challenges and big topics such as humanitarian aid.
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Callaghan Innovation: 'Unicorns' create $34b for New Zealand

Mon, 8th Apr 2019
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New Zealand's 'unicorns', including Rocket Lab and Xero, have driven more than NZD $34 billion in value, boosting the nation's innovation ecosystem.
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Alibaba Cloud commits to 'Tech for Change' initiative

Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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By providing access to its tech expertise and cloud resources, Alibaba Cloud hopes to promote IT education around the globe.
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Meet Rentbot, the chatbot that can help with tenancy law

Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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If you find yourself in a tricky situation  - or if you just want to understand your rights as a landlord or tenant, you can now turn to a chatbot for help.
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Te Haa o Manukau: Auckland's newest coworking space

Thu, 18th Oct 2018
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Te Haa o Manukau has opened in South Auckland, offering modern coworking spaces and makerspaces aimed at nurturing local entrepreneurs and innovators.
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Meet Amino, the NZ computing network with huge blockchain goals

Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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cloud services
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You don't have to look far to find local tech firms that are taking on blockchain and turning it into commercial potential.
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Kiwi firm Code Avengers exports EdTech to Chile

Wed, 8th Aug 2018
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A Hamilton tech innovator has scored a breakthrough deal with the Chilean government that will benefit 1500 disadvantaged students in Chile.
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New education platform empowers Kiwi teachers in the digital age

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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The Digital Passport has been created by 12 Mind Lab educators to enable teachers to develop skills and understanding to deliver the new curriculum.
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SODA Inc founder joins EHF fellowship, starts philanthropic venture

Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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Cheryl Reynolds is open to collaborating on new projects, and is actively looking for potential co-founders and partners for 3Cs.
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Salesforce CEO on the power of disruption and mindfulness in leaders

Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff talks about the power of disruption and the value of having a beginner's mind in the technology industry.
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Akina Foundation launches Impact Investment Report

Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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Ākina Foundation unveils a transformative Impact Investment Report, charting a course for New Zealand's social and environmental funding.
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Akina welcomes $1.85m Government commitment to social enterprise

Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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The Government's funding of $1.85m for New Zealand's social enterprise sector is welcomed by Akina, says CEO Alex Hannant.
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Rotary Club and Ākina Foundation team up to kick-start social enterprise

Fri, 5th May 2017
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Now in its third year running, there is $10,000 cash to be won to help kick-start social enterprises - last year was an online NCEA tutorial platform.
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South Island youth set to benefit from $100k investment

Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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The Government and Ngai Tahu Funds will each invest $50,000 to support a range of programmes, including skills development in STEM subjects.
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Govt puts up $270k to help young women into tech sector careers

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Government invests $270k in Shadow Tech Days, a programme encouraging young women to pursue careers in tech. #womenintech.
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Pushpay to raise $13.8 million from shareholders

Thu, 23rd Apr 2015
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NZ mobile payment app developer Pushpay Holdings aims to raise $13.8m from shareholders through discounted share offer.
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New Zealand companies need more scale, says Infosys co-founder

Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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Nilekani says what struck him about Kiwi companies was they weren't used to dealing with scale because of the country's small population.
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Huljich loans Pushpay $4 million to fund US growth plans

Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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Pushpay Holdings, the NZAX-listed mobile payment app developer, has secured a $4 million funding line from cornerstone shareholder the Huljich family.
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Graham Shaw, Peter Huljich join Pushpay board

Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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payment technologies
Graham Shaw and Peter Huljich have joined Pushpay Holdings' board as part of the NZAX-listed mobile payment app developer's plan to graduate to the.
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Kiwi tech veteran takes top ANZ Dell role

Wed, 11th Jun 2014
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dell technologies
Angela Fox appointed Vice President and General Manager of Dell Australia and New Zealand, replacing Joe Kremer.