Hazel Bradshaw, Malcom Geddes and Chris Geddes are the developers behind ShakerMod – the new Minecraft Mod developed in partnership between Te Papa and The Earthquake Commission (EQC). Over an hour they will be discussing what went in to creating the mod, challenges they faced and how they got around them. Hazel will discuss what … Continue reading "Talks: Making Games and Minecraft Mods"

Keen to celebrate our founders and the FinTech journey they've been on over the past 3 months? Join us on Wednesday, May 16, in Wellington when the ventures will each pitch publicly and we'll hear from supporters of the programme. Following the formal presentations, we encourage you to stay and enjoy a drink with the … Continue reading "Kiwbank FinTech Accelerator 2018 Demo Day"

Our Autumn series focuses on Blockchain and cryptocurrencies, including speakers from the Inland Revenue Department and Financial Markets Association on the developing regulatory framework. Plus, hear the local FinTech startup story from RIP Global's founder Mel Gollan and her work towards 'New Zealand as a Digital Nation'. Mel is also taking part in the Springboard … Continue reading "FinTechNZ Autumn Connect Event – Auckland"

Join a group of New Zealand Tech Alliance communities to celebrate the launch of the AI Forum's research report, Artificial Intelligence: Shaping a Future New Zealand. Executive Director, Ben Reid will discuss key highlights, including the potential impact and opportunities for New Zealand. FinTechNZ's Executive Director, James Brown will discuss the growth of the FinTech space and what FinTechNZ are … Continue reading "Showcasing New Zealand Tech"