Women in Tech stories - Page 26

Exclusive interview: Microsoft on diversity, regulating NZ’s sharing economy & Uberisation
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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In an exclusive interview, Microsoft's CTO Jennifer Byrne discusses regulating New Zealand's sharing economy, women at Microsoft, and the Uberisation of tech.

Expert comment: Women shortage in cybersecurity needs addressing
Wed, 15th Nov 2017
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A study has revealed that a minuscule 11 percent of the cybersecurity workforce are women - Kaspersky says this is attributing to the huge skills gap.

Bridging the rural-urban divide with technology, collaboration and bold ideas
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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What needs to be brought into focus now is that issues of inequality and lack of access are not limited to emerging or developing economies.

Vodafone fuels new course to tackle AU's low female STEM employment rate
Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Vodafone partners with Coder Academy to deliver tech course for Australian girls, aiming to boost participation in STEM subjects.

New collaboration focuses on getting more women in tech
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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There’s a new collaboration in Australia and it’s all about helping women catapult their digital skills and futureproof their careers.

MYOB tackles gender inequality with Male Champions of Change STEM
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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MYOB celebrates one year of membership in Male Champions of Change, aiming to increase women's representation in STEM leadership.

Diversify or fail: Govt. puts $8m towards women in tech grants
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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Australian government announces second round of $8m Women in STEM grants program to encourage girls and women in science and technology.

Founder of the Tech Girls movement wins entrepreneur award
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Jenine Beekhuyzen wins 2017 Pearcey Queensland Entrepreneur Award for her work in STEM education and entrepreneurship. #tech #awards.

Accenture, IBM, ThoughtWorks recognised as top companies for Women Technologists
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Accenture, GEICO, and ThoughtWorks win at 2017 Top Companies for Women Technologists, as IBM secures a Momentum Award.

Xero’s Anna Curzon recognised in top 25 women leaders in SaaS
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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Xero's chief partner officer Anna Curzon has been named one of the top 25 women leaders in SaaS by The SaaS Report.

Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia’s most important startup sector.

Tech’s momentum driving New Zealand economy forward
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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NZTech’s annual report states that it's committed to creating more prosperity for New Zealand underpinned by technology.

Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Two Australian government science agencies and two universities join national initiative to improve gender equity in research organizations.

ISACA warns GDPR compliance clock is counting down fast
Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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ISACA has warned organisations to accelerate GDPR compliance efforts, with only nine months left before the regulation becomes enforceable.

Exclusive interview: Polycom on how remote working can bring us closer together
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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If you’re measuring the productivity of your employees based on whether you can see them or not, you’re probably not getting the most out of them.

No ignition for NZ's largest tech show as Microsoft cancels Ignite 2017
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Microsoft New Zealand has cancelled its annual Ignite tech event, with a spokesperson saying the cancellation is a ‘commercial decision’.

Empowering girls towards tech about inspiration, mythbusting and education, says NZTech
Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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The Ministry for Women in New Zealand has released a guide called Decoding Diversity to encourage girls and women into the technology field.

Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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Dell showcases CSR achievements post-EMC merger with its 'Legacy of Good' plan, aiming to advance human progress.

A brief history of Claudia Batten & her contribution to tech in NZ
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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Batten believes that New Zealand must be part of the digital world to close the geographic divide, remain relevant, and increase its prosperity.

Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Polycom is promising new products and entrance to new markets in the coming months as it seeks to return to growth after a US$2 billion takeover,.