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Tray.ai launches ITSM Agent to automate IT support tasks
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Tray.ai launches an AI-powered ITSM Agent that automates routine IT support, cutting human tickets by 75%, boosting efficiency across major firms.
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Eva Zhuang becomes first female Partner at Boman Group
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Boman Group has appointed Eva Zhuang as a Partner, making her the first woman in the role, as the firm prepares to launch new funds in 2024.
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Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
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Malt appoints Lebarz as Chief Tech & AI Officer
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Malt has named Claire Lebarz as its new Chief Technology Officer while she maintains her position as Chief Data and AI Officer, joining the Executive Committee.
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Australia leads world in domestic hotel bookings trend
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Australia is set to lead global hotel bookings in 2024, with 86% made by Australians, as direct website reservations hit an average of AUD $778.
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Ecommpay launches innovative payouts via payment page
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Ecommpay has launched its Payouts via Hosted Payment Page feature, streamlining payment processes for businesses lacking beneficiary information.
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Australian firms encouraged to adopt platform strategies
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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As Australia and New Zealand gear up for 2025, organisations are grappling with productivity and data management challenges, warns expert Mark Jobbins.
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Airbnb launches Co-Host Network to simplify management
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Airbnb has launched its Co-Host Network, allowing local experts to manage properties, helping homeowners earn income without the daily management hassles.
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Unexpected advice for tech entrepreneurs
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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Contrarian advice for tech founders: avoid early capital raising, don't aim for unicorn status, embrace unscalable tasks, and ignore early awards.
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Endor Labs warns of critical vulnerabilities in CocoaPods
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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Endor Labs reveals major security flaws in CocoaPods, threatening apps like Instagram and Uber. Critical CVEs could impact Swift and Objective-C supply chains.
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Quadient & KeyNest partnership enhances UK key exchange network
Tue, 28th May 2024
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Quadient’s partnership with KeyNest enhances the UK's key exchange network by integrating smart locker technology, simplifying secure key transfers for property professionals and hosts.
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Linktree hires tech veterans to boost AI & personalisation features
Fri, 19th Jan 2024
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Linktree bolsters senior ranks with three tech industry veterans to expedite its growth and up-end the creator economy through enhanced use of AI and personalisation.
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Medallia appoints Adam Maine as ANZ Country Manager
Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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Medallia appoints new Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand to meet rising customer experience demand in the region using cloud-based technology.
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Kiwi locals can now share 'Experiences' with Airbnb travellers
Mon, 27th Aug 2018
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Kiwis can now share unique local activities with Airbnb's 300 million global travellers through the expanding Experiences platform.
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Sharing economy transforming Kiwi spending habits
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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The sharing economy is reshaping Kiwi spending; Stats NZ reveals increased online spending on services like Uber and Airbnb, altering the CPI basket.
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Airbnb is becoming more popular than fried bread in Christchurch
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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Airbnb's popularity surges in Christchurch, contributing to near pre-earthquake levels of visitor guest nights. #hospitality #accommodation.
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Uber, Airbnb and the problem with South Africa's sharing economy
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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In September 2017, it was announced that Uber’s private hire licence as a ride-hauling app would not be renewed in London.
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Peer-to-peer: Wellington ranks #2 in the world for sharing economy
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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Overall, the study finds that New Zealand offers the highest returns for investors on peer-to-peer money lending platforms.
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Airbnb enforces nondiscrimination commitment
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Airbnb is enforcing a new agreement to combat racism, with users not accepting the new standards no longer able to host or book on the site.
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Kiwi launches online tutoring portal
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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New online portal, Tutorly, connects parents and students with local private tutors, aiming to simplify the process.