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New Zealand construction industry to expect rise in AI
Robotics

New Zealand construction industry to expect rise in AI

Labour shortages, rising costs and weather damage are pushing New Zealand builders towards AI as firms seek to lift productivity and cut expenses.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Momentum Life enhances quality assurance with AI bot QBOT
Digital Transformation

Momentum Life enhances quality assurance with AI bot QBOT

Momentum Life has launched QBOT, an AI-powered quality assurance bot by Quanton, to enhance compliance and customer service.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Elle Archer honoured at 2024 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards
Māori

Elle Archer honoured at 2024 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards

Elle Archer, honoured as the Inspiring Individual at the 2024 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, exemplifies the growing influence of Māori professionals in Aotearoa's tech industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Carol Brown named new Country Manager for Databricks New Zealand
Power / Energy

Carol Brown named new Country Manager for Databricks New Zealand

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.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Cyclone named Apple Authorised Education Specialist in NZ
EduTech

Cyclone named Apple Authorised Education Specialist in NZ

Cyclone has been awarded Apple Authorised Education Specialist status in New Zealand, highlighting its 30-year dedication to enhancing education through technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking
Unified Communications

Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking

Cogo and Terra Nova Foundation unveil Earth+ programme in New Zealand to help not-for-profits in Canterbury and Nelson.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Herenga ā Nuku launches offline topographic maps for Pocket Maps
Maps

Herenga ā Nuku launches offline topographic maps for Pocket Maps

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
NZ businesses face urgent mobile cybersecurity gaps
Malware

NZ businesses face urgent mobile cybersecurity gaps

New Zealand businesses have a glaring gap in mobile cybersecurity, risking costly breaches. Merge Communications promotes Samsung Knox as the solution.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
CyberCX opens largest New Zealand office in historic building
Semiconductors

CyberCX opens largest New Zealand office in historic building

CyberCX opens its largest office in New Zealand, housing over 100 cyber security professionals to bolster local cyber defence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024

Global Stories

New Zealand (NZ) stories

LiveRem launches free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool
Data Analytics

LiveRem launches free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
LASER names Dicker Data exclusive distributor for New Zealand
Supply Chain

LASER names Dicker Data exclusive distributor for New Zealand

LASER, an Australian tech brand, partners with Dicker Data as its exclusive New Zealand distributor, aiming to broaden access to affordable tech solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning
EduTech

D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning

D2L Link is launched in Australia and New Zealand, a tool for corporate learning system integration, automating tasks and enhancing data accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Deloitte Digital wins top prize at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards
Digital Transformation

Deloitte Digital wins top prize at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards

Deloitte Digital clinches top honour at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards 2024 for stellar performance and innovation. Datacom and Anchora also receive accolades.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Generative AI

AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media

Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Australian fintech RDC partners with major US bank M&T
Biometrics

Australian fintech RDC partners with major US bank M&T

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand in ANZ region
Software-as-a-Service

Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand in ANZ region

Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand its data streaming tech into ANZ, leveraging NEXTGEN's expertise to support over 30 regional partners.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Four in ten ANZ firms lose deals over cybersecurity doubts
Unified Communications

Four in ten ANZ firms lose deals over cybersecurity doubts

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize
Fintech

MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize

MYOB invites tech students from Australia and New Zealand to compete for NZD $10,000 in the 10th annual Digital Challenge. Registrations now open.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024