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Kiwi Stories

Facebook Rights Manager gets an upgrade as it cracks down on stolen video content

Facebook users who upload original video to Facebook have updated their tools to stop other people stealing, breaching copyrights & taking ad revenue.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2017

InternetNZ says TPP's 'digital locks' will stifle innovation

InternetNZ has made its submission towards the TPP Amendment Bill, saying the legislation will make copyright laws less fair and stifle innovation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2016

EduTech

Understanding copyright for schools

Copyright describes a set of exclusive rights that are given to owners in relation to the creation of audio, image or video works, says NetSafe.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2015

InternetNZ on how the TPPA impacts internet policy

Changes to copyright law will be needed now New Zealand has signed the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement, according to InternetNZ.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2015

Government

In the innovative world... patent is a virtue

New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Craig Foss, has praised the modernisation of the country's patent laws, bringing them in line with international standards.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2014

Health Technologies

IT pros welcome passing of Patents Bill

The Institute of IT Professionals welcomes the near unanimous passing of the Patents Bill in Parliament, effectively removing software patents from New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2013

Schools

Students encouraged to mashup and remix digital content

Students have the opportunity to predict the future with the final round of DigitalNZ's Mix and Mash competition which closes in November.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

7 reasons why companies should monitor the competition's patents…

Companies eyeing the lead in the fast-paced tech race should vigilantly monitor rival patents - a strategy unlocking market insights and growth opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2013

Hyperscale

Should creative and internet industries review NZ copyright laws?

Labour slams govt for shelving copyright law review, urges NZ internet and creative sectors to push for reform to match digital age needs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2013

Government

Should pressured NZ bow to Dotcom demands?

Kim Dotcom may be wanted in the US for alleged copyright crimes, but should New Zealand bow to such demands for extradition?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2013

First copyright casualty in NZ

NZ's first copyright breach under new laws sees a user fined $616 for sharing Rihanna song, setting precedent for future cases.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013

Global Stories

EduTech

Anthology launches AI policy framework for universities

Education solutions firm Anthology unveils an AI Policy Framework to aid higher education institutes in the ethical use of artificial intelligence, with principles drawn from international standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024