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BigCommerce, BNZ team up for digital transformation
Digital Transformation

BigCommerce, BNZ team up for digital transformation

The integration helps BNZ customers digitally transform their businesses to expand customer reach, drive more sales and increase revenue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2023
Blockchain NZ appoints Ben Rose as Executive Council
Network Infrastructure

Blockchain NZ appoints Ben Rose as Executive Council

Ben Rose of Binance NZ has been appointed to the executive council of Blockchain NZ, aimed at promoting blockchain and cryptocurrency in Aotearoa.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2022
BNZ launches first tap-on-phone point of sale app in NZ
Apps

BNZ launches first tap-on-phone point of sale app in NZ

Bank of New Zealand has launched BNZ Pay, an innovative mobile app for retailers that transforms an Android device into a contactless payment terminal.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2022
Soaring inflation to stunt housing construction
Supply Chain

Soaring inflation to stunt housing construction

Higher building costs and rates rises are set to force developers to shelve projects, threatening new home supply and affordability.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2022
Will these changes solve New Zealand’s housing crisis?
Bank of New Zealand

Will these changes solve New Zealand’s housing crisis?

The package aims to boost supply and help first-home buyers, but experts warn it may not curb soaring prices or fix shortages quickly.

By Staff Writer • 11 min read • Wed, 24th Mar 2021
The economic impact of COVID-19
Digital Transformation

The economic impact of COVID-19

Economic worries are deepening as COVID-19 threatens recession, job losses and delayed launches across New Zealand's fintech sector.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020
New Zealand ranked one of Asia Pacific’s fastest emerging fintech hubs
Fintech

New Zealand ranked one of Asia Pacific’s fastest emerging fintech hubs

A stronger fintech climate has lifted Auckland into Asia Pacific’s top 25, with New Zealand now ranked 45th globally in a new index.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 19th Jan 2020
Vodafone and BNZ team up to boost tech for Kiwi SMEs
Bank of New Zealand

Vodafone and BNZ team up to boost tech for Kiwi SMEs

Bank of New Zealand and Vodafone New Zealand join forces to launch a business accelerator programme for Kiwi startups.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2019
Bad business: Kiwi SMEs not planning ahead
Bank of New Zealand

Bad business: Kiwi SMEs not planning ahead

New Zealand SME owners need to reassess their approach to investing in their businesses, as current exit strategies are detrimental, says expert.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2019
Aged between 35-44? You're a prime target for scammers
Email Security

Aged between 35-44? You're a prime target for scammers

It's a common thought that the elderly are most likely to get scammed, but BNZ says it's also busy parents who are finding themselves on the receiving end too.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2019
BNZ encourages Kiwis to get scam savvy
Email Security

BNZ encourages Kiwis to get scam savvy

New Zealanders are being caught out more than ever before – but at the same time there's a serious effort going on to raise awareness about the issue.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2019
Infrastructure New Zealand announces new CEO
Sustainability

Infrastructure New Zealand announces new CEO

The transition follows the Building Nations Symposium, with outgoing chief Stephen Selwood credited for 14 years of reform and advocacy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 14th Jul 2019
Microsoft & 9 Spokes celebrate co-sell success with BNZ
Microsoft

Microsoft & 9 Spokes celebrate co-sell success with BNZ

Microsoft and 9 Spokes celebrate their first co-sell success with the Bank of New Zealand, delivering innovative SMB solutions through BNZ My Business Live.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019
Solving the construction sector’s skill shortage with gaming?
eLearning

Solving the construction sector’s skill shortage with gaming?

Gamified training could help ease hiring woes in construction, with a new tycoon game aimed at teaching employability skills and industry realities.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 20th May 2019
Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?
Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018
SMEs need support in volatile economic times, says Canstar
Bank of New Zealand

SMEs need support in volatile economic times, says Canstar

With SMEs generating NZD $80.6 billion GDP, Canstar urges agile support amidst the World Bank's forecasted global slowdown to bolster their stability.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Sep 2018
BNZ teaches Settlers Village residents about online scams
EduTech

BNZ teaches Settlers Village residents about online scams

Residents at Auckland's Settlers Village are now wiser to the dangers of online scams, thanks to a visit from BNZ staff yesterday.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Aug 2018

Global Stories

Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) stories

Microsoft signs BNZ as one of first NZ data centre region customers
Hyperscale

Microsoft signs BNZ as one of first NZ data centre region customers

BNZ to migrate applications to Microsoft Azure Cloud as part of data center partnership, says executive general manager Russell Jones. #BNZ #Microsoft.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Feb 2021