Community stories

TechDay sat down with Casey West, Lead Developer Advocate at Google, to discuss how AI is impacting developer communities and much more.

Cricut teams up with Māori artists to launch Matariki-themed designs, donating proceeds to Māori charities and boosting Indigenous art globally.

Robinson Research Institute secures $71 million over seven years to boost New Zealand's advanced magnetic technology and materials innovations.

Tennis star Nick Kyrgios has partnered with Activision to celebrate the return of the Verdansk map in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 03.

Adobe is celebrating 35 years of Photoshop with a new series featuring industry professionals, reflecting on its revolutionary impact since 1990.

Saveun Man has unveiled Carpoolin, a rideshare app designed to alleviate New Zealand's traffic woes, focusing on affordability and community engagement.

Zoku Travel has rebranded as BYRDLI, aiming to transform the travel experience by merging community and commerce, empowering creators and travellers alike.

Westcon-Comstor's Tech Xpert community hits 3,000 members, offering technical pros a no-sales-pressures platform for peer learning and collaboration.

Ecommpay unveiled a new brand identity and the 'Ecommpay for Good' inclusivity programme, focusing on accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability.

Amanda McGuckin Hager joins TrueDialog as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing 25+ years of marketing expertise to elevate the company's SMS texting solutions in Austin, Texas.

The NZSIS has revealed its annual Security Threat Environment report, outlining rising threats like foreign interference and violent extremism in New Zealand.

Despite a massive skills shortage, gender bias remains rife in New Zealand's cybersecurity sector. Women account for just 20% of the workforce.

Circana's new report reveals social eCommerce as a key driver in accelerating consumer purchases, emphasising the importance of data and personalised experiences for brands.

A new partnership, Ghost is for All, aims to transform New Zealand's digital services, focusing on accessibility for 1.1 million disabled citizens.

A survey by Azul reveals 86% of Oracle Java users are migrating due to high costs, preference for open-source alternatives, and pricing uncertainties.

SafeWatch, lauded for its innovative mental health platform, wins the Consensus MedTech Award, transforming global mental wellness with advanced tech and community support.

Unison Networks unveils a decade-long Asset Management Plan, inviting community feedback to ensure their evolving needs are met in Rotorua, Taupo, and Hawkes Bay.

SentinelOne bagged the MVP Vendor award for APAC and the Global Partner's Choice award at the 2024 Beyond Awards, celebrating their impactful partnership with Pax8.

Canon New Zealand's 2024 Grants Program offers $20,000 in funding to support initiatives in education, community, environment, and introduces a cultural category.

academyEX's new Find your EXfactor campaign, featuring a vibrant explainer video, has boosted engagement by 76%, reshaping how postgraduate education is marketed.