Information technology industry in New Zealand
[9] As New Zealand's computing capabilities expanded, software development became a major feature of the information technology sector.[10] In the early 1970s, Gil Simpson and Peter Hoskins wrote LINC fourth-generation programming language (4GL) which was marketed internationally by Burroughs.NZTE and Callaghan are the two primary government organisations charged with supporting the growth of startups in the country, offering access to expertise, export and research grants.More recently, Australian VCs have started entering the market and are quickly growing in presence.With VCs typically being focused on later-stage companies seeking their Series A or later, an active community of angel investors has emerged that play an important role in funding early-stage technology companies before they are large enough to raise venture capital.
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