New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 23
Cyber security threats in New Zealand show worrying rise
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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gcsb
New Zealand's cyber security landscape is increasingly dire, with over 7,000 incidents logged last year amid threats from both criminals and state actors.
Avast partners with Ingram Micro to expand New Zealand focus
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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it training
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Avast has partnered with Ingram Micro to distribute its Small Business Solutions in New Zealand, enhancing cybersecurity options for local small firms.
Transformative healthcare: The virtual shift
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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healthtech
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telehealth
New Zealand's digital health market is set to grow to NZ$631.9 million by 2029, as healthcare's virtual shift becomes vital amid rising demands and budget cuts.
Braze strengthens ANZ presence with data centre, HQ launch
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
Braze has unveiled plans for new strategic investments in Australia and New Zealand, including a data centre in Sydney and a local headquarters, enhancing its regional presence.
NZ Safety Blackwoods halves cycle time with tech upgrade
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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modernisation
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automation
NZ Safety Blackwoods has halved the time for its annual cycle count after implementing Manhattan SCALE, boosting efficiency and reducing picking errors significantly.
Annexa wins Celigo Partner of the Year for Asia-Pacific
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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cloud services
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annexa
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ipaas
Annexa has been named the 2025 Celigo Partner of the Year for the Asia-Pacific region, following its 2024 win for Australia and New Zealand.
AI legal tech Ivo raises USD $16 million to scale solutions
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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ai
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investment
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legaltech
AI legal tech firm Ivo has successfully secured USD $16 million in Series A funding, aiming to expand its AI-powered contract review platform.
Dee McGrath announces retirement from MUFG, Lombardo to lead
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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banking
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financial services
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job moves
MUFG Pension & Market Services announces CEO Dee McGrath will retire on 30 June 2025, with Frank Lombardo appointed to lead its Australia and New Zealand operations.
Securing Auckland City Mission’s future with Gallagher Command Centre
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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surveillance
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cloud security
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physical security
Auckland City Mission upgrades security for its new GBP £110 million HomeGround facility using Gallagher's advanced Command Centre technology, enhancing safety.
Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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telstraclear
Flock Consulting has appointed Matt Hemens as Head of Sales, aiming to enhance growth and expand its reach in New Zealand and Australia.
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
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Australian doctors back AI health firm with AUD $2M boost
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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ai
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healthtech
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telemedicine
Top Australian doctors have backed Medow Health AI, raising AUD $2M to revolutionise medical reporting and enhance patient care through AI technology.
Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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physical security
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social media
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online dating
A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.
RingCentral launches Studio for virtual event enhancement
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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it automation
RingCentral has unveiled Studio, a new solution enhancing its Events platform to deliver immersive virtual experiences for users in Australia and New Zealand.
NZ innovators using artificial intelligence traps in conservation fight against pests
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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ai
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conservation
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animal welfare
Innovators in New Zealand are employing artificial intelligence traps to enhance conservation efforts, aiming for a pest-free nation by 2050 amid rising challenges.
Lumify Work teams up with AI CERTs for new courses
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
Lumify Work has partnered with AI CERTs to provide vendor-agnostic AI certifications across Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines, aiming to enhance AI education.
Shannon Harris appointed HP New Zealand Managing Director
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Shannon Harris has been appointed as Managing Director of HP New Zealand, bringing 25 years of tech experience to the role.
Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.
Mainstream selects Datapay for payroll transformation in NZ
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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surveillance
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datacom
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facial recognition
Mainstream has chosen Datapay as its payroll provider to improve efficiency and compliance, signalling a shift from its outdated payroll system.
You’ll soon be able to tell your lunch buddy what you earn; and other NZ employment law changes for 2025
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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licensing
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employment law
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employee rights
New Zealand is set for significant employment law changes in 2025, including a new income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims and a repeal of pay secrecy.