New Zealand (NZ) stories
Fergus has appointed Hugh Walker as Head of Customer Experience to lead customer teams and enhance its job management software platform globally.
Stefan Leitl returns to Melbourne as Cisco's new Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, bringing extensive global experience in IoT and digital transformation.
HP's new Latex R530 printer helps small and medium print providers boost signage production, cut waste, and improve turnaround with eco-friendly hybrid printing.
ANZ firms could save AUD $2.5 billion annually by switching to third-party IT support, freeing funds for AI and innovation amid rising vendor costs.
Manhattan Associates has promoted Raghav Sibal to Vice President, APAC, to lead growth amid rising demand for cloud and AI supply chain solutions in Asia-Pacific.
Blackpearl has acquired US AI firm B2B Rocket, boosting its annual recurring revenue to NZD $17.5m as it targets the US small and medium business sector.
76% of Aussie and NZ firms invest in agentic AI, yet only 20% have the infrastructure to support its full adoption, Unisys reports.
Felix Group is set to acquire Nexvia for AUD $12m and raise AUD $16m to expand its construction software platform and boost growth in ANZ and beyond.
Aon will host its first Insights Series in Auckland, focusing on risk and resilience with leaders addressing complex challenges across industries in 2025.
MEA has acquired New Zealand's Happy Moose to blend global photo printing scale with handcrafted quality, expanding premium photo products internationally.
Programmematic digital out-of-home advertising in New Zealand has surged from 226 screens in 2020 to 3,700+, redefining the nation's marketing landscape.
New Zealand faces rising threats from violent extremism and foreign interference, says Security Intelligence Service in its latest annual report.
Tower appoints Dr. Stephen Hastings and Micheal Maclean to lead its digital and data strategy, enhancing customer experience and driving business growth.
OPPO has launched its durable, family-focused Pad SE tablet in New Zealand, featuring a long-lasting battery and parental controls for NZD $499.
In 2023, Australian investors lost AUD $8 million to deepfake scams; 20% of businesses faced such attacks, prompting enhanced AI-driven cybersecurity measures.
2degrees has migrated over two million customers onto its new Tahi platform, completing a major integration ahead of schedule with no disruption.
Genesis and Cogo have launched the Go Electric Calculator, a tool to help New Zealand homes save costs and cut carbon by switching to electric appliances and vehicles.
A new study reveals 72% of New Zealanders believe brands fail to keep promises, with media firms seen as the worst offenders and financial services ranked best.
Lunchonline, based in Napier, has delivered over 3.3 million school lunches across New Zealand in 15 years, easing parents' routines and supporting local food providers.
Australia plans a tech transformation centred on AI and innovation, aiming for equitable growth and bespoke regulations to boost productivity and protect interests.