NZ creates remarkably valuable tech firms. How can it keep more of the benefits?

While the valuation of the tech sector is high, the transfer of businesses and capabilities overseas poses risks for local economic development.

Startups may be adversely affected as successful firms move abroad, reducing local experience and capital availability.

As a leading company, it exemplifies New Zealand's successful tech firms but raises questions about local impact.

Another major player demonstrating the country's tech prowess but contributing to local economic challenges.

Growing importance of cybersecurity as firms expand internationally.

Stable regulatory environment for data governance.

Reputation could be impacted if firms relocate significantly.

Risk of firms failing to achieve intended benefits in scaling.

Existing tech infrastructure generally supports growth.

Stable political environment for business growth.

Investment policies can impact local tech sector retention.

Global supply chain tensions could affect tech firms.

Risk of losing skilled talent to international markets.

Low immediate risk, though emerging field needs consideration.