Government stories - Page 29

Microsoft has won its legal challenge against the U.S. government's demand for access to emails stored in its Irish data centre, bolstering privacy rights.

Communications Minister Amy Adams is seeking business & consumer feedback on the regulation of fixed line communication services after 2020.

Parliament unanimously approves Bill to expedite UFB, promising swifter broadband access for shared properties.

Government IT modernisation and strategic mergers are revitalising public sector services, leading to the best market outlook in five years, per TBR.

Size and location doesn't matter in the tech industry any more. New Zealand's innovation and expertise matches global levels.

Hutt Valley MP champions a £300k tech education boost for local schools, fuelling Hutt's transformation into 'Technology Valley'.

The war against cyber threats is booming as the security analytics market grows from US$2.83 billion in 2016 to US$9.38 billion in 2021.

Peter Dunne addressed the concept disruptive tech at GOVIS, showing how Government and citizens will benefit by embracing it.

The Government commits to easing small business operations in response to the Small Business Development Group’s recommendations, including tax simplification.

Innovation is crucial to the success of any organisation, or economy for that matter. So how can you grow innovation?.

Mount Albert Grammar School in Auckland benefits from $153 million investment in school property, announced by Government.

Internet safety watchdog NetSafe has been selected by the Govt to help reduce harmful digital communications in an official Approved Agency role.

Canterbury schools to receive $276m investment in infrastructure as part of Budget 2016, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.

The 2016 Budget will inject $761.4m into science and tech in New Zealand, promoting entrepreneurship, skills, and economic growth.

The company says it estimates the market opportunity within the New Zealand government market alone is approximately 45,000 users.

Government emphasizes role of small businesses in New Zealand economy with release of latest small businesses factsheet.

While there were many positive responses to the NZ government's announcement to invest in cyber security, McGettigan believes it already exists.

New Zealand leading the way in regulating app-based transport services, says report from the International Transport Forum.

Survey unveils Kiwis' privacy fears; most oppose gov't eyeing up their social media data, trumping credit or criminal concerns.

Justice Minister Amy Adams addressed the Wellington Privacy Forum with a focus data privacy, sharing and the Privacy Act.