New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 22
ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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ai
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recruitment
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onboarding
A recent study reveals HR leaders in Australia and New Zealand are embracing strategic roles to drive organisational change amid economic challenges.
Qlik honours innovation at ANZ digital transformation awards
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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dei
Qlik has revealed the winners of its 6th annual Australia and New Zealand Digital Transformation Awards, honouring innovative data solutions across sectors.
Efforts to bridge New Zealand's rural connectivity gap
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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reannz
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tuanz
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digital divide
The Rural Connectivity Symposium in Rotorua gathered over 200 attendees to address New Zealand's rural digital divide, highlighting urgent connectivity needs.
Deel expands global visa support for digital nomads
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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payment technologies
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support
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visa
Deel has expanded its immigration support for digital nomads, offering visa assistance across nine countries to streamline global employment processes.
Kiwis sceptical of AI in local businesses, reports Qualtrics
Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
Qualtrics' 2025 report reveals that 80% of New Zealand consumers distrust local companies' use of AI, marking a significant decline in comfort with the technology.
CyberArk highlights new security threats at Impact World Tour
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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phishing
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email security
CyberArk's Brandon Traffanstedt has outlined evolving cybersecurity threats, notably AI-driven attacks and identity challenges.
Xero appoints Angad Soin as MD for Australia & New Zealand
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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cx
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martech
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financial systems
Xero has appointed Angad Soin as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its strategic focus in the region while he retains his global role.
ANZ leads in observability investment & business value
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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devops
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siem
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digital transformation
Splunk's latest report reveals that organisations in Australia and New Zealand lead global observability spending, investing AUD $3.4 million annually.
Interparcel warns SMEs on rising supply chain expenses
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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australia post
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automation
Interparcel reports a 10.8% rise in postal charges and a 12% increase in shipping costs, urging SMEs to enhance operational efficiency this season.
Digital fibre could add USD $163bn to NZ economy by 2033
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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A Deloitte report claims digital fibre infrastructure could boost New Zealand's economy by USD $163 billion by 2033, highlighting its untapped potential.
Exclusive: Celonis expands ANZ footprint with bold growth plans
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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cx
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martech
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Celonis is expanding its presence in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for growth and partnerships while targeting the broader Asia-Pacific market.
Wiise partners with Binary Stream to enhance ERP platform
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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erp
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capital management
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wiise
Wiise has formed a strategic partnership with Binary Stream to enhance its ERP platform, allowing small and medium-sized businesses to manage complex structures more efficiently.
Wise Business launches free invoicing tool for SMBs
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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financial systems
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xero
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nzd
Wise Business has launched a free invoicing tool for SMBs, streamlining global payments and facilitating invoicing across multiple currencies.
Booster's Savvy card finalist at Banking Tech Awards
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Booster’s Savvy debit card has been named a finalist in two categories at the Fintech Futures 2024 Banking Tech Awards, competing against major banks.
New Zealanders losing $3.8m weekly to online scams
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
New Zealanders are losing $3.8 million weekly to scammers, prompting the NCSC to call for heightened vigilance during Cyber Smart Week.
NZ start-up Projectworks valued at NZD $100 million
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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software
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punakaiki fund
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expansion
New Zealand start-up Projectworks has achieved a valuation of NZD $100 million after securing USD $5 million in Series A funding to boost US expansion.
Vanta expands APAC presence with new Sydney data centre
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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risk & compliance
Vanta has launched a new data centre in Sydney, enhancing support for local compliance as Australia introduces its first Cyber Security Act.
Pete Lister appointed CEO of digital agency, Effect
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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massey university
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ministry for the environment
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digital strategy
Wellington's Effect appoints Pete Lister as CEO, effective 1st November, as the agency eyes expansion in digital solutions and technology capabilities.
Orca Security expands into ANZ with Wavelink partnership
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Orca Security is expanding into Australia and New Zealand, partnering with Wavelink and relocating co-founder Avi Shua to bolster cloud security solutions.
Datacom launches secure Enterprise AI Assistant tool
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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datacom
Datacom has unveiled its Enterprise AI Assistant to help businesses leverage AI while ensuring the security of their organisational data.