New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 4
Ignition unveils AI tool to help businesses set smarter prices
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Ignition is developing an AI tool to help service businesses set smarter prices using real billing data, aiming to boost confidence and optimise revenues.
Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future
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smart grids
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digitalisation
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energy sector
The Electricity Authority invites tech sector input on data and digital tools to shape a smarter, more efficient electricity system in New Zealand's future.
Exclusive: CIOs push back on SAP upgrade deadline amid cost fears
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digital transformation
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supply chain
CIOs resist SAP’s S/4HANA upgrade deadline, citing high costs and risks, while exploring third-party support and innovation beyond the vendor’s roadmap.
New book explores AI's transformative role in vocational learning
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otago polytechnic
Ara Institute of Canterbury and Otago Polytechnic scholars co-author a new book showcasing AI's potential to transform vocational education and training.
New Zealand mandates DMARC enforcement to secure government email
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cybersecurity
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New Zealand mandates strict DMARC enforcement for all government emails by October 2025 to curb phishing and secure public sector communications.
Acronis appoints new ANZ leaders to drive regional growth & security
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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edr
Acronis appoints Terry Christie and Pete Bouris to lead ANZ growth, boosting cybersecurity platform adoption amid rapid market expansion and rising demand.
Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship
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power / energy
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university of otago
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consumer nz
Toast Electric is expanding to Horowhenua and Wairarapa, aiding New Zealand families struggling with winter energy hardship through discounted electricity and support programmes.
Ivo launches AI tools to transform contract analysis & insight
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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genai
Ivo unveils AI tools Repository and Assistant, transforming contract analysis with instant insights and up to 75% faster review for over 200 legal teams.
Honeywell launches AI building management for Australia, NZ
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digital transformation
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encryption
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iot
Honeywell launches its AI-powered Connected Solutions platform in Australia and New Zealand to streamline building management and boost energy efficiency.
Kiwis warned over AI-driven scams as tax season boosts risks
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kiwis face rising AI-driven scams this tax season, with cybercriminals using stolen data and fake Inland Revenue contacts to target taxpayers.
AI boosts business in ANZ, but staff anxiety & skill gaps grow
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martech
AI adoption boosts business in Australia and New Zealand, yet 59% of staff report stress and skill gaps, with calls for more training and ethical oversight.
AI, loyalty and ANZ grocery retailers: What’s new
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data analytics
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cx
Australian and New Zealand grocers are set to boost profits and engagement by adopting AI-driven personalisation and loyalty strategies in 2025/2026.
Air New Zealand named most attractive employer for 2025
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Air New Zealand has been named New Zealand’s Most Attractive Employer for 2025, marking its third consecutive win in the Randstad Employer Branding Research.
Cohesity & 11:11 launch cloud clean room for cyber recovery
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data protection
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Cohesity and 11:11 Systems have launched a cloud clean room service to help businesses swiftly recover from cyber-attacks with secure, isolated data environments.
Australia’s property rules may push global capital to NZ
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northland
Australia’s ban on foreign residential property sales may divert billions in global investment to New Zealand, which risks missing out due to unclear buyer rules.
Genesis picks Workday to modernise finance for NZD $1 billion push
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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ai
Genesis Energy will implement Workday’s cloud finance system to support its NZD $1 billion investment in renewables and modernise financial operations.
Bolt enters Auckland to challenge ride-hailing market leaders
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market competition
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customer support
Bolt has launched its ride-hailing service in Auckland, aiming to challenge market leaders with more driver-friendly terms and affordable fares.
Agentic AI adoption rises in ANZ as firms boost security spend
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malware
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digital transformation
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cloud security
All surveyed ANZ IT security leaders back agentic AI to tackle digital threats, with 36% using it now and 68% expected in two years.
AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel
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smartphones
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ai
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samsung
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
New Zealand climbs global digital ranking but equity lags
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cx
New Zealand rises to third in Adobe’s 2024 Digital Government Index with gains in service and performance, but digital equity still needs urgent improvement.