New Zealand (NZ) stories
Andrew Fox has been appointed General Manager for HPE Networking in Australia and New Zealand, leading growth and AI-focused networking strategies.
Granicus has named Karthik Anbalagan to lead its AI innovations, enhancing public sector digital services and citizen engagement across Australia and New Zealand.
Australian firm Software Combined enters the Dutch market by acquiring Unified Streaming, marking its first European expansion and boosting tech presence.
ECOVACS launches the DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robotic vacuum with AI, fast Gallium Nitride charging, and advanced cleaning tech, priced AUD $2,999.
Over 80% of APAC firms use AI-driven APIs, but many lack strong security, risking breaches as AI adoption surges, says new F5 report.
Mitsubishi Electric is acquiring Nozomi Networks, an OT cybersecurity firm, for USD $1 billion, aiming to boost global industrial security and innovation.
Flora & Fauna shoppers can now offset delivery emissions at checkout via Sphere's app, supporting climate projects like the Sunnyside Permanent Planting Project.
While 82% of Australian and New Zealand retailers have adopted AI, only 9% trust it to manage customer interactions without human oversight, study finds.
Fitness & Lifestyle Group adopts Workday to streamline HR and finance across 330 clubs in Asia Pacific, supporting growth and over 6,000 staff members.
Two Plain English Foundation editors join the 2025 Plain Language Awards panel, judging public sector website and document categories in Australia and NZ.
Kyndryl has named Graeme Beardsell as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand to expand market presence and enhance customer value in the region.
Ingram Micro New Zealand has raised over NZD $540,000 for Cure Kids since 2014, supporting vital research into serious childhood health conditions.
UK shoppers are rapidly embracing generative AI this Christmas, with 71% using it to pick gifts and manage budgets amid rising cost of living worries.
New Zealand's Investment Boost lets businesses claim 20% of new asset costs immediately; Xero now supports this for purchases from 22 May 2025 onwards.
Chorus launches Express Connect, a carrier-neutral service offering near-instant, high-speed data centre connectivity with four-hour activation in New Zealand.
OPPO New Zealand has become the exclusive Smartphone & Smart Device Partner for the All Whites and Ford Football Ferns in a two-year deal.
ACA Pacific expands its portfolio with new vendors to help Australian businesses tackle rising IT costs and increasing cyber threats in hybrid work environments.
The new AWS Auckland region eases cloud adoption in New Zealand, addressing data security and sovereignty concerns while boosting innovation and reliability.
Meridian Energy modernises finance ops with DXC's unified Oracle Fusion Cloud, enhancing efficiency and supporting New Zealand's renewable energy goals.
New Zealand's SME jobs are recovering with 2.4% growth in July, but over half of workers remain uneasy about pay and job security.