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Cryptocurrency conundrum: Reserve Bank & IR fumble in the dark

Whether it's cryptocurrency salaries or a central digital currency, no agency is quite sure how to tackle this upcoming payment trend.

By Sara Barker • 8 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019

Law

Why the resource management review couldn’t have come at a better time

Businesses and environmental groups say the overhaul could finally fix a dated system unable to handle growth, housing pressure and climate risks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2019

Law

Deepfakes the 'next wave of concern' - but can law really stomp it out?

Deepfakes present a mounting challenge, with a new study urging comprehensive assessment of existing laws before crafting new regulations to tackle the issue.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 21st May 2019

Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018

Cartech

New study to delve into the murky world of AI's effects on law, ethics and morality

Artificial intelligence (AI) is slowly working its way into New Zealand but what that means for our laws and policies is still a great unknown.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Jan 2017

Global Stories

New Zealand Law Foundation stories

Crypto

All aboard the blockchain train: Academic says NZ needs to catch up fast

New Zealand is lagging in blockchain and cryptocurrency adoption, says a University of Auckland academic, urging swift action to remain competitive.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Sep 2018

Government

New $2 million fund to help prepare NZ for digital age

The New Zealand government has launched a $2m independent research fund to prepare the country for the information age.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Aug 2016