New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 2
Pure Storage on AI, sustainability & cybersecurity trends in ANZ
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Pure Storage projects that by 2025, Australian and New Zealand businesses will focus on AI, sustainability, and enhanced cybersecurity strategies.
Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law
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Netsafe's Annual Report reveals a sharp rise in online threats in New Zealand, urging urgent reforms to the Harmful Digital Communications Act.
Workday Student launches in Australia & New Zealand
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Workday has launched its cloud-based student management system in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance student performance across institutions.
A/NZ organisations lead in AI readiness, NetApp report reveals
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A new report reveals that 76% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand are optimised for AI, positioning them as leaders in the technology sector.
Cloudera unveils no-code AI chatbot solution for business
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Cloudera has unveiled its no-code RAG Studio, enabling firms to swiftly deploy custom AI chatbots that leverage real-time enterprise data for improved efficiency.
Cyber incidents rise sharply, losses from threats decrease
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Cybercrime incidents surged by 58% in Q3 2024, with phishing and unauthorised access posing significant threats, warns the National Cyber Security Centre.
2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target
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2degrees has become the first New Zealand telco to secure validation for its Net Zero by 2040 target from the Science Based Target initiative.
Exclusive: NICE CXone drives customer experience innovation in ANZ
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Rod Lester, Managing Director of NICE CXone for ANZ, is revolutionising customer experience with a 300-strong client base and rapid growth driven by innovation.
Revolut applies for banking licence in New Zealand
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Revolut has lodged an application to become a registered bank in New Zealand, aiming to enhance financial services for Kiwis with innovative solutions.
Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis
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Semperis' 2024 report reveals a staggering 69% of firms in Australia and New Zealand suffer ransomware attacks during holidays, despite reduced security staffing.
Australians & Kiwis face strain from living cost crisis
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A report reveals ongoing financial strain for Australians and New Zealanders, with rising living costs leaving nearly half feeling worse off than last year.
Atturra to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9m plus earn-outs
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Atturra plans to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9 million, boosting its ERP solutions in the manufacturing sector across Australia and New Zealand.
ANZ firms shine at 2024 Geo & Global AWS Awards
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Australia and New Zealand partners excel at the 2024 Geo & Global AWS Awards, with Versent, TechnologyOne, and Local Measure securing top honours.
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Fresho raises AUD $17 million to enhance AI & expand
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Fresho has completed a Series B funding round, securing AUD $17 million to strengthen its AI capabilities and expand across multiple international markets.
Generative AI puts AUD$35 billion of creators' income at risk
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A global economic study warns that Generative AI could threaten up to AUD$35 billion in income for music and audiovisual creators by 2028.
Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs
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A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.
AI tool boosts student performance by 47% in schools
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Education Perfect's AI-feedback tool shows a 47% improvement in student performance across trials in over 100 Australian and New Zealand schools.
AA appoints Creasy & Kinloch to key leadership roles
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The Automobile Association has appointed Stephanie Creasy as Chief Technology Officer and promoted Renee Kinloch to Chief Financial Officer.
Hybrid cloud strategies gain traction in security sector
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Genetec's 2025 State of the Physical Security Report reveals a shift towards hybrid cloud strategies in Australia and New Zealand, with 38% of firms favouring this approach.
Cybersecurity in 2025: AI threats & zero trust focus
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As 2025 approaches, cybersecurity experts warn of heightened threats from advanced AI and geopolitical tensions, urging organisations to innovate for resilience.