Andrew Dentice

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Bio

Specialising in technology, data and commercial law, Andrew works with all sizes of clients (challengers and incumbents, customers and providers) at the cutting-edge of innovation.  He is an expert in technology transactions, data protection and commercialisation, and regulatory issues applying to technology products and services.  

With technology developing faster than traditional legal frameworks, clients turn to Andrew for his specialist expertise in areas like fintech & virtual assets, AI, SaaS and platform business models. Andrew relishes situations where complex regulation meets new technology and working with clients to navigate a way through those challenges.    

He spent 6 years (including 3 as Co-Chair) on the Executive Council of Fintech NZ, and is regularly asked to present on technology, data and commercial law matters both in New Zealand and overseas.

Andrew is recognised as a ‘Next Generation Lawyer’ by The Legal 500, where he is praised as being "a standout commercial and technology lawyer with exceptional market knowledge."  

Highlights

Memberships & Associations

  • Fintech NZ (Executive Council Member and Co-Chair 2019-2025)
  • Creative HQ – Start-up Mentor
  • Financial Markets Authority Innovation Roundtable Member
  • Auckland Law School – AI Professional Advisory Group
  • IAPP (International association of Privacy Professionals) Member

Qualifications

BA, LLB (Hons)

Admitted

New Zealand 2005

Experience

Hudson Gavin Martin | 2017
Barclays Bank (UK) | 2013 - 2017
Taylor Wessing (UK) | 2011 - 2013
Bell Gully | 2005 - 2011

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Qualifications

BA, LLB (Hons)

Admitted

New Zealand 2005

Experience

Hudson Gavin Martin | 2017
Barclays Bank (UK) | 2013 - 2017
Taylor Wessing (UK) | 2011 - 2013
Bell Gully | 2005 - 2011

Content from Andrew Dentice

The four Cs of successful fintech partnerships

The four Cs of successful fintech partnerships

Negotiating a fintech partnership agreement is not a zero sum game.

Open banking launches in New Zealand

Open banking launches in New Zealand

The official commencement of open banking in New Zealand is a significant milestone for the local industry.

Open banking almost live

Open banking almost live

New Zealand's open banking regime is set to commence on 1 December 2025 for personal internet banking customers.

Becoming a Globally Renowned Fintech Nation (and how regulation can light the path)

Becoming a Globally Renowned Fintech Nation (and how regulation can light the path)

Fintech is fundamental. New Zealand’s fintech sector is ready to lead, but it needs conviction and clear direction from government and regulators to close the innovation gap with our global peers.

Customer and Product Data Act update – Open banking officially on the way

Customer and Product Data Act update – Open banking officially on the way

Cabinet formally designates the banking sector under the Customer and Product Data Act 2025.

Security guidance released for emerging tech companies

Security guidance released for emerging tech companies

Te Pā Whakamarumaru New Zealand Security Intelligence Service has published new guidance for tech start-ups.