OECD stories
Glass Half Full: AI is the beginning for job searchers
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hcm
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
AI can turn scattered skills into new careers, offering job seekers second chances while demanding fair access, training and inclusion.
Regulating the internet is like trying to bottle lightning using chopsticks
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martech
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commerce systems
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physical security
As AI disrupts brand protection, global rights owners face a volatile fight against online piracy that regulation alone cannot tame.
GPs call for digital, cultural obesity care in rural NZ
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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healthtech
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telehealth
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digital divide
GPs urge culturally tailored telehealth to tackle soaring rural obesity in New Zealand as costs forecast to hit USD $46.3 billion by 2060.
Wellington hosts first free e-waste recycling day at stadium
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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oecd
Echo Technology will host Wellington's first free e-waste recycling day at Sky Stadium on 2 November, helping locals dispose of old electronics responsibly.
New Zealand faces 30-year wait for GDP to double, OECD warns
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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productivity
The OECD warns New Zealand's GDP will take over 30 years to double without major changes to leadership and productivity amid rising AI use.
If New Zealand wants productivity gains, it must close its AI divide
Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
New Zealand must close its AI divide by boosting digital maturity and investing in skills to reverse its productivity decline and compete globally.
One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cx
One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.
New Zealand government unveils national strategy for AI adoption
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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productivity
New Zealand unveils its first national AI strategy to boost business innovation and GDP by NZD $76 billion by 2038, focusing on responsible adoption and skills.
Digitalisation could boost NZ SME GDP by NZD $8.6 billion in 2025
Tue, 20th May 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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financial systems
New Zealand SMEs could boost GDP by NZD $8.6bn by 2025 through digitalisation, says report by Xero and NZ Institute of Economic Research.
Netsafe & Sticks 'n Stones unite to fight bullying
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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online safety
Netsafe and Sticks 'n Stones have formed a strategic partnership to combat bullying and improve digital wellbeing for young people across New Zealand.
5G & AI among key growth trends in Asia Pacific by 2025
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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iot
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise predicts that strategic tech investments will be vital for business growth in the Asia Pacific region by 2025 amid modest global GDP forecasts.
Wolters Kluwer's latest report shows 74% BEPS compliance progress
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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oecd
Wolters Kluwer's latest report shows 74% of multinationals benefiting from BEPS Pillar Two compliance. Technology is key, though 70% foresee collaboration challenges.
Exclusive: How CCH Integrator is evolving for BEPS Pillar Two
Thu, 16th May 2024
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risk & compliance
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tax
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oecd
Andy Hung from Wolters Kluwer unveils advancements in CCH Integrator, a technology solution configuring to meet stringent modern tax compliance demands, including BEPS Pillar Two regulations.
Wolters Kluwer joins forces with BDO for BEPS Pillar Two webinar
Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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risk & compliance
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webinar
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oecd
Wolters Kluwer and BDO join forces in a webinar, aiming to provide expert insights to navigate the complex challenges faced by multinational firms due to BEPS Pillar Two.
GreenBox Group acquires managed services company RemarkIT
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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partner programmes
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managed services
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oecd
GreenBox Group takes a significant step towards improving New Zealand's e-waste policy through their acquisition of RemarkIT.
'Beminded' to launch in New Zealand to boost tech productivity
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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productivity
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oecd
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engagement
In an effort to boost New Zealand's lagging productivity, Anna Bojlert's Beminded is set to launch its neuroscience-informed tech and human skills programme this month.
IWD 2024: Grokking our way to gender parity in tech
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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education, learning & training
To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.
Wolters Kluwer webinar to shed light on BEPS Pillar Two
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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webinar
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data management
Wolters Kluwer is hosting a webinar to enhance understanding of BEPS Pillar Two, to help solve compliance challenges for multinational firms.
Multinationals bracing for impact as OECD's BEPS Initiative rolls out
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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software development
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tax
Multinationals face a major shift with OECD's BEPS rules, with over 77% unprepared for the upcoming tax changes.
Cloud technology's potential impact on New Zealand economy
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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edutech
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uc
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data analytics
AWS research shows that small to medium-sized Kiwi enterprises adopting cloud technology could generate NZ$1.5bn in productivity gains by 2030.