Westpac stories - Page 4
Critics slam bank compensation for rural interest rate swaps as woeful
Tue, 17th Feb 2015
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Critics of bank settlements over interest rate swap loans claim farmers haven't been paid as much in compensation as they would have if the matter.
Westpac's new online banking platform a Kiwi first
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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Westpac launches 'Westpac One', New Zealand's premier fully-responsive online banking platform, revolutionising digital finance.
David McLean gets top job at Westpac NZ
Mon, 2nd Feb 2015
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Westpac Banking Corp has appointed David McLean as chief executive of its New Zealand unit, a position he has held in an acting capacity since Augu.
ASB offers customers PayTag sticker for mobile payments
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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The ASB PayTag allows users to switch between their accounts within the ASB Mobile Banking app or by using online banking.
Westpac chooses Gemalto technology for mobile payments
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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The Optelio Contactless Sticker embeds a secure EMV microprocessor that will be linked to Westpac customers' credit or debit cards.
Westpac launches new app featuring augmented reality
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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Westpac New Zealand unveils an innovative app with augmented reality to transform money management, making it more interactive and user-friendly.
Kiwi start up Ora announces first winners of Dreams grants
Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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The inaugural winners of the Ora Dreams grants have showcased innovation and entrepreneurship to help them get to where they are today.
Cloud-based start up Ora to help Kiwi small businesses with growth
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Ora is a software platform designed to help SMEs grow by providing business owners with access to a range of tools and access to its business partners.
Tap and go with your mobile phone thanks to Westpac
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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Westpac launches mobile PayTag, turning any phone into a 'tap and go' card for speedy, secure transactions, reshaping how we pay.
IBM on board as Westpac bids to become NZ's leading digital bank
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Westpac New Zealand has chosen IBM's private cloud technology in a 5-year agreement to become the country's leading digital bank.
Samsung and Westpac NZ to develop digital banking innovation
Wed, 21st May 2014
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Westpac New Zealand and Samsung Electronics New Zealand have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to develop world leading digital banking innovations.
Westpac eyes up Google Glass app and iBeacon tech...
Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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Westpac to trial Cash Tank on Google Glass & introduce iBeacon technology in NZ branches. Chief Digital Officer believes 2014 is year of wearable tech.
Westpac Smart Watch app goes live
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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Westpac New Zealand releases first integrated mobile banking app for a SmartWatch device, available exclusively on the Sony SmartWatch.
Westpac set for first SmartWatch banking app
Thu, 17th Oct 2013
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Westpac NZ leads with the launch of the first SmartWatch banking app, offering balance checks and alerts on the wrist.
Westpac banking on crowdsourcing app advice
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Westpac aims to revolutionise mobile banking in NZ, offering $70k for the best app ideas from local developers.
PM opens IBM's Auckland delivery centre
Mon, 18th Feb 2013
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John Key on hand to formally open IBM's first New Zealand delivery centre, creating up to 400 new jobs in the process.
Gen-i extends Westpac partnership
Wed, 15th Aug 2012
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Gen-i renews its $50m contract with Westpac, strengthening their ICT partnership for another two years and continuing collaborative successes.
MYOB offers free websites for SMBs
Wed, 6th Jun 2012
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MYOB and Westpac team up to boost kiwi SMBs' online presence with free website access for a year, aiming to support 10,000 businesses.
Telecom, Westpac to trial mobile payments
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Telecom and Westpac join forces in NZ to pilot NFC mobile payments, testing tech for transport and retail with a consortium.
Gen-i wins Westpac data centre deal
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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Gen-i secures monumental deal with Westpac to helm its data centre operations, promising unparalleled resilience and efficiency.