New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 10
One NZ satellite network named world's most zombie resilient
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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One NZ's satellite-enabled mobile network is named the world's 'most zombie resilient' by the US Zombie Research Society for disaster-ready communications.
Kai's Education raises NZD $1.5m to fuel US expansion
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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investment
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Kai's Education has raised NZD $1.5m to expand its unique screen-free coding tools for neurodiverse learners in US schools, aiming for NZD $2.346m.
Luxury Escapes expands travel protection with new coverage
Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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Luxury Escapes and Cover Genius have broadened their partnership to launch a new 'Cancellation Protection' feature for travellers, offering 100% refunds.
Blackpearl Group appoints new COO for US market growth
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Blackpearl Group has appointed Christie Kerner as Chief Operating Officer to drive its US expansion, leveraging her 30 years in scaling successful businesses.
Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.
Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.
Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.
AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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blockchain
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.
62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.
Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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software development
Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.
Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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Nadene Serman, Global CTO of Infotrack, champions innovation and inclusion in tech, driving customer-first solutions across multiple nations.
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.
Max Polaczuk leads AI innovation at Black Pearl Group
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Black Pearl Group has appointed Max Polaczuk as Vice President of Artificial Intelligence, signalling a major shift towards an AI-centric business strategy.
Bitdefender joins AWS programme to boost global presence
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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endpoint protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.
Adobe Summit 2025: Digital innovation set to light up Las Vegas
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
Adobe Summit 2025 will showcase digital innovations in Las Vegas from March 18-20, focusing on AI-powered marketing automation and new creative tools.
How a boutique Auckland firm mastered the art of small-market PR
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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martech
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opinion
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public relations
A boutique agency in Auckland has excelled in navigating New Zealand's challenging media landscape, providing invaluable PR services for small and multinational firms alike.
Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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smart home
Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.
Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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robots
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agricultural technology
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data analytics
Yamaha Motor has agreed to acquire Robotics Plus, launching Yamaha Agriculture to enhance precision farming with autonomous equipment and AI-driven solutions.
Ignition appoints Bec Donnelly as VP for global expansion
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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hcm
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partner programmes
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management
Ignition has appointed Bec Donnelly as Senior Vice President of People & Culture to drive its global expansion strategy and enhance team performance.
E-350 aircraft boost New Zealand's multimillion-dollar export
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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tourism
The expansion of North America's largest oil and gas pipeline is set to boost New Zealand's amphibious aircraft exports by USD $70 million over the next decade.