New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 40

Momentum Life enhances quality assurance with AI bot QBOT
Thu, 30th May 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Momentum Life has launched QBOT, an AI-powered quality assurance bot by Quanton, to enhance compliance and customer service.

Blackpearl Group's ARR surges to NZD $7.4m on Pearl Diver growth
Thu, 30th May 2024
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blackpearl group
Blackpearl Group's ARR surged by 177% to NZD $7.4 million in FY24, largely due to the success of its AI-driven platform, Pearl Diver, which contributed NZD $4.9 million.

LiveRem launches free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool
Thu, 30th May 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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bi
LiveRem has launched New Zealand’s first free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool, helping businesses streamline payroll and HR data to address pay disparities.

LASER names Dicker Data exclusive distributor for New Zealand
Thu, 30th May 2024
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dicker data
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laser
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distributors
LASER, an Australian tech brand, partners with Dicker Data as its exclusive New Zealand distributor, aiming to broaden access to affordable tech solutions.

D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning
Thu, 30th May 2024
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edutech
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it training
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collaboration
D2L Link is launched in Australia and New Zealand, a tool for corporate learning system integration, automating tasks and enhancing data accuracy.

Deloitte Digital wins top prize at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards
Wed, 29th May 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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datacom
Deloitte Digital clinches top honour at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards 2024 for stellar performance and innovation. Datacom and Anchora also receive accolades.

AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Wed, 29th May 2024
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genai
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cleantech
Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

Carol Brown named new Country Manager for Databricks New Zealand
Wed, 29th May 2024
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power / energy
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genai
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ai
Carol Brown is the new Country Manager for Databricks in New Zealand. With over 15 years in sales, marketing, and leadership, she aims to drive Databricks' growth in the ANZ region.

Cyclone named Apple Authorised Education Specialist in NZ
Wed, 29th May 2024
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edutech
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mfa
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personal computing devices
Cyclone has been awarded Apple Authorised Education Specialist status in New Zealand, highlighting its 30-year dedication to enhancing education through technology.

Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking
Wed, 29th May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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cleantech
Cogo and Terra Nova Foundation unveil Earth+ programme in New Zealand to help not-for-profits in Canterbury and Nelson.

Herenga ā Nuku launches offline topographic maps for Pocket Maps
Wed, 29th May 2024
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maps
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department of conservation
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navigation
Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa unveils a new topographic basemap for its Pocket Maps app, combining offline access and detailed terrain info to aid outdoor enthusiasts.

Australian fintech RDC partners with major US bank M&T
Tue, 28th May 2024
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biometrics
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fintech
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risk & compliance
Rich Data Co secures its first US client with M&T Bank Corporation, integrating AI to enhance the bank's risk management and lending strategies.

NZ businesses face urgent mobile cybersecurity gaps
Tue, 28th May 2024
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malware
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mdm
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phishing
New Zealand businesses have a glaring gap in mobile cybersecurity, risking costly breaches. Merge Communications promotes Samsung Knox as the solution.

Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand in ANZ region
Tue, 28th May 2024
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saas
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distributors
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confluent
Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand its data streaming tech into ANZ, leveraging NEXTGEN's expertise to support over 30 regional partners.

Four in ten ANZ firms lose deals over cybersecurity doubts
Tue, 28th May 2024
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
A LogRhythm survey reveals 40% of Australian and New Zealand firms have lost deals over poor cybersecurity confidence, urging a strategic overhaul in protection measures.

CyberCX opens largest New Zealand office in historic building
Tue, 28th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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cyber threats
CyberCX opens its largest office in New Zealand, housing over 100 cyber security professionals to bolster local cyber defence.

PPRO partners with Afterpay to expand BNPL options for merchants
Tue, 28th May 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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bnpl
PPRO partners with Afterpay to enable US e-commerce merchants and PSPs from the US, Europe, China, and Hong Kong to offer BNPL payment options, boosting sales.

MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize
Tue, 28th May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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genai
MYOB invites tech students from Australia and New Zealand to compete for NZD $10,000 in the 10th annual Digital Challenge. Registrations now open.

Commvault appoints Russell as CTO for APAC to boost cyber resilience
Mon, 27th May 2024
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Commvault strengthens its cyber resilience team by appointing Gareth Russell as Field CTO, Security for APAC, amid escalating ransomware threats.

Asus unveils AI-powered Vivobook S 15 with Snapdragon X Elite
Fri, 24th May 2024
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genai
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ai
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ai pc
ASUS has released the AI-powered Vivobook S 15, a collaboration with Microsoft and Qualcomm, now available for pre-order in Australia.