New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 7
AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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data privacy
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.
Exclusive: Pulseway discusses drive for simplicity and efficiency in IT management
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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Pulseway is on a mission to simplify IT management, enhancing efficiency and user experience through innovative solutions and customer-centric development.
Dreame Technology releases X50 Ultra in Australia market
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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robots
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smart home
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robot vacuum
Dreame Technology has launched the X50 Ultra in Australia, claiming it's the most advanced robot vacuum yet, priced at AUD $2,999.
Pure Storage names Altay Ayyuce as ANZ Area Vice President
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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Altay Ayyuce has been appointed as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at Pure Storage, succeeding Amy Rushall amid evolving IT challenges.
Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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ai security
A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.
Australian workplaces face conflict over office mandates
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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productivity
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flexible work
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talent attraction
A new report reveals a stark contrast in Australia between strict in-office mandates for employees and their strong demand for flexible work arrangements.
Rose & Thorne closing stores to focus on online expansion
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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wholesale
New Zealand clothing brand Rose & Thorne is shifting to an online-only model, targeting Australia's £1.7bn bra market amid rising demand for larger sizes.
62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.
Flicks & Delivereasy renew partnership in New Zealand
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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digital entertainment
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movies
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vista group
Flicks and Delivereasy have renewed their exclusive partnership to enhance New Zealanders' streaming and meal delivery experiences, starting 1 April 2025.
Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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software development
Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.
Dryad Networks expands bushfire tech into Australasia
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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cleantech
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climate change
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emergency services
Dryad Networks has launched its first office in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, aiming to combat bushfire challenges in Australia and New Zealand.
AI-driven loyalty programmes to reshape Asia-Pacific retail
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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personalisation
Eagle Eye's latest eBook reveals how loyalty programmes will reshape retail in Asia-Pacific, with retailers adapting to meet consumer demand for personalised value.
New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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digital engagement
A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.
Rubrik partners with Deloitte for data security solutions
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rubrik and Deloitte have formed a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing data security and management for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
AI investment in ANZ increases fourfold by 2025
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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genai
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cybersecurity
Lenovo's latest report forecasts a fourfold rise in AI investment in Australia and New Zealand by 2025, signalling a strong local commitment despite early-stage adoption.
Gigamon celebrates top ANZ partners at 2024 awards event
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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breach prevention
Gigamon celebrated its 2024 ANZ Partner Awards on 5 March in Sydney, honouring top partners in hybrid cloud security for their key contributions to the region.
Swyftx acquires Easy Crypto, expands ANZ crypto presence
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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blockchain
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Australian exchange Swyftx has acquired New Zealand's leading crypto platform, Easy Crypto, enhancing its presence in the trans-Tasman digital asset market.
New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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data science
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The Institute of Data is launching new Data Science and AI training programmes on 8 April 2025 to tackle New Zealand's critical skills gap in AI expertise.
Bill to criminalise stalking delayed as debate continues
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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malware
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data protection
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data privacy
New Zealand's proposed law to criminalise stalking and cyberstalking faces delays, as experts warn citizens to take proactive steps to secure their digital privacy.
New Zealand agency launches data literacy programme
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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it training
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data analytics
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data privacy
Data Insight has launched The Data Academy in New Zealand, a CPD programme aimed at improving data literacy for business leaders and their teams.