The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Technologies

2026 · Kiwi Edition

Also known as MarTech.

Marketing Technologies, commonly known as MarTech, encompass a wide array of tools and platforms that enable businesses to optimise their marketing efforts through technology-driven solutions. This dynamic field spans everything from digital payment systems and e-commerce innovations to AI-powered personalization, data analytics, and customer experience platforms. Embracing these technologies allows businesses to engage consumers more effectively, streamline operations, and adapt swiftly to changing market conditions.

Recent stories highlight significant developments such as advances in contactless payment solutions, the integration of artificial intelligence across marketing and customer engagement platforms, and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing digital commerce and user experience. From AI-driven fraud prevention and loyalty programs to innovative eCommerce platforms fueling global expansion, the evolution of Marketing Technologies is reshaping how businesses connect with audiences and drive growth.

Readers exploring this tag will gain insights into the latest trends, emerging tools, and strategic considerations surrounding MarTech. Whether it’s understanding the impact of AI and machine learning on customer personalization, exploring new payment methods in digital commerce, or learning from case studies on successful technology-driven marketing transitions, the stories offer valuable guidance for businesses aiming to leverage technology for marketing success.

Kiwi Marketing Technologies news
Analyst Insights
Amplitude launches AI Assistant for in-product support
Gartner · MarTech · SaaS
Last week
Amplitude launches AI assistant for in-product support
Gartner · MarTech · Digital Transformation
Last week
Agentic era and the UI transition
Gartner · MarTech · Digital Transformation
Last week
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Enterprise Management Associates · MarTech · EduTech
Last week
Sinch named leader in IDC communications platform study
IDC MarketScape · MarTech · CRM
Last week
Reviews
Game review: Hands-on impressions with Sumerian Six on Xbox Series X
Gaming
Last month
Hands-on Review: espresso Lite 15 portable display
Personalisation
Last month
Expert columns
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
By Scott Jenkins of SonicWall
Last week
From scramble to certainty: rethinking tax time for Kiwi small businesses
By Shannon Harris of HP New Zealand
Last week
Why local secure access is becoming critical for New Zealand organisations
By Nick Frantzen of Fortinet New Zealand
Last week
When identity becomes the payment rail
By Martin Zeisel of G+D Netcetera
Last week
Why runtime identity is emerging as the next cybersecurity imperative
By Ash Diffey of Ping Identity
Last week
Telcos reshape music streaming for local audiences
By Con Raso of Tuned Global
Last week
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
By Dev Rishi of Rubrik
Last week
Agentic commerce and the evolution of retail purchase behaviour
By Sangeeta Mudnal of Glu
This month
Stop pouring money into cloud providers: The cost of inaction
By Mark Graham of Inde
This month
AI, search and strategy: SEO still holds
By Kia Ora Digital
This month
From DSPM to data protection: Closing the last mile on sensitive data in the era of AI
By Franklin Nguyen of Cyberhaven
This month
5 eCommerce trends set to define 2026
By Bobby Joseph of Melissa
This month
Pivoting marketing strategy in the face of a recession
By Azadeh Williams of AZK Media
This month
Why email automation fails without clean and verified data
By Edmund Ng of Melissa
This month
Brands are losing the Buy Box and up to 80% of marketplace sales with it
By Paolo Emilio Ascoli of Corsearch
This month
Interviews
Exclusive: Google Cloud accelerates shift to agentic data
Discussing Data Warehousing
Last week
Exclusive: Adobe ANZ chief on AI adoption trends
Discussing IT Industry
Last week
Exclusive: Google sees success with niche AI playbooks
Discussing Cloud Services
Last week
Google sees retail success with agentic commerce push
Discussing Unified Communications
Last week
Exclusive: How Adobe showcases its innovation engine
Discussing Trends & Predictions
Last week
Recent news
Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search
About Restaurants
This month
EY New Zealand appoints Willett & Bremner to tech roles
About Data Analytics
This month
SharkNinja retail media drive lifts sales at Noel Leeming
About Social Media
This month
Fanta & Xbox launch limited-edition drinks in New Zealand
About Gaming
This month
New Zealanders fear online fraud & AI-driven scams
About Social Media
This month
Fujifilm & DoxAI launch fraud check AI in New Zealand
About IT services
This month
Genesis Energy completes four-month systems overhaul
About Productivity
This month
2degrees launches Ring Ring to nudge Kiwis to call
About Social Media
Last month
Google expands Search Live to New Zealand in AI Mode
About iOS
Last month
Revolut posts USD $2.3b profit, 99% NZ revenue growth
About Marketing
Last month
moomoo boosts New Zealand push with hires, premium tier
About Inflation
Last month
New Zealand Loyalty Association launches with national study
About Marketing
Last month
Lancom earns Microsoft Modern Work Enterprise status
About Cloud Services
Last month
NZ small businesses embrace AI but struggle to scale use
About Marketing
Last month
Auror named Vendor of the Year at NZ Fraud Awards
About Surveillance
Last month
One New Zealand adopts Highlight to boost service visibility
About Productivity
Last month
Women in transport tech: How diverse teams keep freight moving
About Marketing
Last month
The Optimisers launches in Auckland to target AI search
About Software-as-a-Service
Last month
Safeguarding personal reputations: Women leaders' edge in AI-driven tech communications
About Stock Market
Last month
CMC Markets marks 20 years of trading in New Zealand
About Stock Exchange
Last month
Job moves
EY New Zealand appoints Willett & Bremner to tech roles
Move at Microsoft
This month
moomoo boosts New Zealand push with hires, premium tier
Move at Nasdaq
Last month
Gallagher Security names Josh Arnold Chief Product Lead
Move at Gallagher Security
Tue, 24th Feb 2026
eG Innovations names Joanne Bowey to lead New Zealand
Move at Hybrid IT
Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
Vistar Media appoints Josh Turney to drive OOH growth in NZ
Move at Vistar Media
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Andrew Crawford joins Digital Island as General Manager of Business Development
Move at Digital Island
Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Tower appoints new technology leaders to drive digital strategy
Move at Tower Insurance
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
Merkle Aotearoa names Stéphan Willemse Head of Digital Experience
Move at Aotearoa
Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Atturra rebrands Plan B to expand IT services in New Zealand
Move at Microsoft
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Shannon Harris appointed HP New Zealand Managing Director
Move at HP
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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