New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 2
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hipages Group names Robert Tolliday Chief Revenue Officer
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hipages Group has promoted Robert Tolliday to Chief Revenue Officer, focusing on revenue growth in Australia and New Zealand with platforms like hipages tradiecore and Builderscrack.
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Gallagher Security partners with Freeway for Australian market
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smb
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Gallagher Security names Freeway Security Wholesalers lead vendor for their Gallagher SMB solution in Australia, announced at Adelaide's Jarmers Kitchen.
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Mark Fioretto named NetApp's new VP for Australia & New Zealand
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storage
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ransomware
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Mark Fioretto appointed as NetApp’s new VP for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to bolster regional growth, innovation, and AI-driven solutions.
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Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
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uber
Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.
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Alchemy CyberDefence appoints Ben Ross as Managing Director
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Alchemy CyberDefence names Ben Ross as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his two decades of experience to enhance cybersecurity and IT operations.
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Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally
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Tether has secured GBP $1.5 million funding to expand into Australia, the UK, and Europe, set to deploy its 10,000th sensor.
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Research shows rising OT cyber threats in essential industries
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breach prevention
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palo alto networks
Rising OT cyber threats detected in essential industries, with 72% of NZ businesses hit. Study reveals gap in cybersecurity strategies and urgent need for AI solutions.
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Innovate, don't imitate: Rethinking NZ's economic strategy
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fintechs
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sustainability
New Zealand must stop mimicking foreign economic models and instead harness its unique strengths to foster innovation, create jobs, and build a resilient economy.
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Fusion5 wins Microsoft ANZ Business Applications Award 2024
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Fusion5 has clinched the Microsoft ANZ Business Applications Partner of the Year Award 2024, marking yet another milestone in its impressive track record across New Zealand and Australia.
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Microsoft recognises top ANZ partners in 2024 awards
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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partner programmes
Microsoft has unveiled the top ANZ partners for its 2024 awards, spotlighting Arinco's AI innovations in Australia and Aware Group's data analytics prowess in New Zealand.
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New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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ncsc
New Zealand’s NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
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Joel Smith named CEO as Affinity Payroll eyes major growth
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Affinity Payroll promotes Joel Smith to CEO as the company plans to triple its business size in three years, focusing on new markets and innovative solutions.
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Free coding challenge for NZ students thanks to WiseTech Global
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software development
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coding
Grok Academy, with support from WiseTech Global, is offering the 2024 NCSS Challenge free to all NZ students, promoting inclusivity in coding from 29th July.
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Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network
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power / energy
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cleantech
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wellington
Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.
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Unauthorised discounts cost fleet companies millions yearly
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data analytics
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data science
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fleet management
Fleet operators in New Zealand are losing thousands annually due to unauthorised discounts and poor pricing practices, according to FOYI.
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Advancing New Zealand’s AI landscape with micro data centres
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digital transformation
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smart cities
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edge computing
New Zealand's AI infrastructure is evolving with micro data centres, which enhance cloud services, reduce latency, and improve network connectivity.
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74% view banking app crucial for provider loyalty – survey
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cx
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martech
A new report reveals that 74% of digital banking customers in Australia and New Zealand consider their banking app crucial in choosing their bank.
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Spark expands partnership with Netskope for managed SSE services
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saas
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data protection
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paas
Spark and Netskope have expanded their partnership to offer managed Security Service Edge services in New Zealand, bolstering cybersecurity for remote workers and cloud services.
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Gen data reveals 12% of Kiwis are victims of cybercrime
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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cybersecurity
A Gen report has revealed that 12% of New Zealanders fell victim to cybercrime in the past year, impacting both finances and mental health.
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Riverside appoints former Deliveroo CEO McManus as senior partner
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meridian energy
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investment
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nz
Riverside appoints former Deliveroo CEO Ed McManus as Senior Operating Partner, aiming to leverage his extensive experience to drive growth in Australia and New Zealand.