New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 5

Wage inflation at IT solution providers is forecast to cool to historic norms by 2026, boosting margins despite stark regional differences.

Blackpearl ARR surges 114pc to NZD $23.7m in record quarter, as data-led platform strategy puts NZD $30m target firmly in sight.

Global public safety LTE and 5G spending will climb from USD $5bn in 2025 to over USD $6.3bn annually by 2028, SNS Telecom & IT says.

Xero broadens its App Store with new global integrations spanning finance, automation, CRM and sector-specific tools for key markets.

HPE and 2degrees are building a sovereign AI cloud in New Zealand to keep telco data onshore and power smarter, more resilient networks.

Accountants double down on everyday AI tools, as optimism stays high but scepticism, job fears and data security worries all intensify.

JCDecaux has overhauled its ANZ leadership, hiring three senior executives to lead sales, product and strategy across the region.

US cyber security firm WitFoo shifts its global base to New Zealand, making the country the launch pad for its “Cyber Grid” defence model.

Author-it unveils a refreshed brand and AI-focused roadmap, promising smarter content reuse, stronger security and improved collaboration.

Physical security data is shifting from siloed cost centre to strategic asset, reshaping IT, AI adoption and cross‑functional decision-making.

Lancom wins coveted AWS Managed Service Provider status, boosting its cloud credentials and access to joint sales and technical support.

Twilio and AEG sign a multi-year deal to power personalised fan engagement across Crypto.com Arena, LA Kings and ticketing platform AXS.

AI contract software startup Ivo secures USD $55 million Series B to speed contract review, as revenue surges 500% and UK expansion looms.

Xero launches AI analytics across its platform, giving small firms dashboards, forecasts and scorecards once reserved for larger rivals.

Progress predicts 2026 will mark a shift from AI pilots to orchestrated, governed platforms, widening the gap between leaders and laggards.

Dell debuts a 52-inch 6K Thunderbolt hub monitor for traders and a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED display for colour-critical creative pros.

Digital transformation falters not for lack of tech, but because untrusted data quietly undermines scale, speed and customer experience.

Australian start-up Restoke.ai launches its AI 'restaurant manager' in the US, promising to boost margins and automate back-of-house work.

New Zealand composites specialist C-Tech adopts Dassault's cloud 3DEXPERIENCE CAD to unify design, simulation and manufacturing across sites.

DXC launches AdvisoryX to help enterprises scale AI, as 94% struggle to move beyond pilots and build coherent business cases.