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FinTechNZ Newsletter – July 2018

At the end of June, FinTechNZ held a strategy session, discussing our strategic direction. We had over 25 participants involved in the discussion in both Auckland and Wellington; members were highly engaged and we had a robust discussion on the future of FinTechNZ. There was general agreement at that session that FinTechNZ is ready to … Continue reading "FinTechNZ Newsletter – July 2018"
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FinTechNZ Newsletter June 2018

As London is recognised as the number one FinTech hub in the world, it was great to have lunch with Laura Clarke, the UK High Commissioner, to discuss how we can develop a FinTech Bridge, similar to the agreement between the UK and Australia. With this in mind a small delegation is heading to the UK for London FinTech … Continue reading "FinTechNZ Newsletter June 2018"
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FinTechNZ May Connect Events: Regulatory Insights into Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

For the first time in New Zealand history, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and Inland Revenue (IR) collaborated on a joint presentation at the recent FinTechNZ Connect events in Auckland and Wellington. The evenings’ discussions focussed on a hot topic for the financial sector: the regulation and tax implications of Blockchain and cryptocurrencies in the … Continue reading "FinTechNZ May Connect Events: Regulatory Insights into Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies"
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May 2018 Update

It’s the start of Techweek’18 – a highlight in the annual technology events calendar! This year features an amazing lineup of events around the country; I’m particularly looking forward to Good For The World Open Days, where we will hear from Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern about how Government is going to deepen its relationship with the tech industry.