R&D stories - Page 2

China to usurp Europe in becoming AI research world leader
Wed, 12th Dec 2018
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A new study has found China is outpacing Europe and the US in terms of AI research output and growth.

Spark to launch emerging tech innovation unit in 2019
Fri, 23rd Nov 2018
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The as yet unnamed unit will be headed by Claire Barber and focus on R&D, operating as a distinct unit from the main business.

R&D Tax Incentive a welcome boost for tourism sector - TECNZ
Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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The government’s new R&D Tax Incentive could be a breakthrough for the tourism sector’s ability to innovate, adapt and change.

NZTech’s Graeme Muller on the R&D tax incentive
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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NZTech’s chief executive describes why he thinks the government’s research and development will work, and the pitfalls it needs to avoid.

Toshiba Memory and Western Digital open new facilities in Japan
Wed, 19th Sep 2018
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The two companies hope to cultivate the 3D flash memory business with the new research and manufacturing facilities.

UC senior lecturer a finalist in Kiwi innovation awards
Sat, 2nd Jun 2018
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Dr Deborah Crittenden has been named as a finalist for her efforts in research behind an 'infinitely' rechargeable battery.

SaaS and cloud behind H1 success for TechnologyOne
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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SaaS platform contract revenue has grown 51% and revenue from cloud offerings by 217%, leading to a total of $120m in revenue over this half-year.

World’s first advanced blockchain identity lab to be built in Edinburgh
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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The £600,000 lab will explore ways in which blockchain technology can protect personal data from online scammers and cybercriminals.

Report: Opportunity for partners as more Kiwi businesses spend on expansion
Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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The Business Operations Survey has revealed that more Kiwi businesses are spending on expansion, showing there is plenty of opportunity for partners.

Huawei announces £3bn commitment to UK after meeting with prime minister
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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After procuring more than £2bn into the UK between 2013-2017, Huawei has committed to £3bn more over the next five years.

TechnologyOne pumps $49.9 million into R&D
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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The R&D investment exceeds the market average of approximately 12% and equates to 18% of the company’s revenue.

Comba Telecom aims to help customers evolve their wireless networks
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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The company's 5G NR equipment is playing a key role in ongoing pre-5G testing.

Flexenclosure cashes in on €10m loan for data centre innovation
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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The loan was granted by the European Investment Bank and backed by the European Fund for Strategic Investments to create opportunities in the region.

Hong Kong government reveals latest innovation policies
Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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The government will be stepping up efforts to embrace technology in a number of different areas, including doubling the current R&D expenditure.

Alibaba to invest more than $15b in new global research program
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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At its launch, Alibaba will be opening seven research labs in China, the US, Russia, Israel and Singapore with more than $15b invested.

ThoughtSpot opens new R&D center in India headed by Google veteran
Sat, 15th Jul 2017
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ThoughtSpot recently announced the expansion of its engineering operations with the opening of its India Engineering Center in Bangalore.

Callaghan applauds Team NZ’s third Americas Cup victory using winning R&D projects
Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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Team NZ’s win is an example of how investment in R&D pays off, Callaghan chief executive Vic Crone says.

Avaya looks to drive digital transformation in India with new R&D team
Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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Avaya recently announced a new leadership team to drive product innovation in its research and development (R&D) centers across Pune and Bangalore.

Kiwi companies invest in R&D and innovation, new survey finds
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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New Zealand businesses have increased their investment in research and development (R&D) by over 15% in one year, according to Statistics New Zealand.

Endace returns to New Zealand ownership once again
Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Endace has become a wholly New Zealand owned and operated company, following a management-led buyout from Emulex - its parent company.

Promapp snaps up growth grant worth up to $5 million
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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Promapp Solutions secures research & development grant to aid international expansion and increase development team.

NZ Govt extends support to local SMEs
Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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The New Zealand Government is supporting the growth of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with an extension on its Regional Business Partner programme.

NZ needs more tech investment, or else
Tue, 20th Oct 2015
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New Zealand's lack of investment in Research & Development is hampering its business growth, says Grant Thornton Global Dynamism Index.

Government wants increase in innovation
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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New Zealand plans to use innovation and digital transformation to drive diversification in the economy.