New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 17
Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.
ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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supply chain
Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
Channel partners urged to enhance cloud capabilities
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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finops
New research from Westcon-Comstor reveals that 85% of channel partners prioritise enhancing cloud capabilities, yet many admit to feeling unprepared to meet demand.
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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uc
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cx
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martech
Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.
Doohly joins OOHMAA to strengthen New Zealand market presence
Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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digital signage
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martech
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dooh
Doohly has joined the Out of Home Media Association Aotearoa to bolster its footprint in New Zealand and enhance the digital out-of-home industry.
ANZ cloud users pay highest fees as sustainability outranks cost
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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storage
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data protection
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public cloud
Two-thirds of ANZ firms overspent on cloud storage in 2024 as sustainability gains priority, despite rising fees frustrating IT leaders and causing delays.
Rapid7 launches PACT Partner Program in APJ region
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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resellers
Rapid7 has launched the PACT Partner Program in the APJ region to enhance partner resources, while promoting David Quist to Director of Channel Sales APJ.
Intel names George Chacko as GM for SEANZ region
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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intel
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job moves
Intel has appointed George Chacko as General Manager for Sales, Marketing, and Communications in the SEANZ region, based in Singapore.
Two thirds of APAC firms exceed 2024 cloud storage budgets due to fees
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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storage
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data protection
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private cloud
Two thirds of APAC firms exceeded their 2024 cloud storage budgets, with nearly half of spending consumed by fees rather than actual storage costs.
Airwallex acquires CTIN Pay, expands into Vietnam market
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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airwallex
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rakuten
Airwallex has signed agreements to acquire CTIN Pay in Vietnam, expanding its Southeast Asian operations and enhancing support for international commerce.
Bitdefender joins AWS programme to boost global presence
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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endpoint protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.
In a Room of Men: Harnessing Opportunity in the Tech Sector
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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massey university
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iwd
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opinion
In a male-dominated tech landscape, one woman's journey highlights the importance of leveraging personal strength and communication to achieve success.
Leading through uncertainty: Women's leadership skills are no longer 'soft' - they're essential
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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iwd
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opinion
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gender equality
As complexity deepens globally, women's leadership skills have become essential, showcasing adaptability, collaboration, and relational strength in Aotearoa's uncertain landscape.
Adobe Summit 2025: Digital innovation set to light up Las Vegas
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
Adobe Summit 2025 will showcase digital innovations in Las Vegas from March 18-20, focusing on AI-powered marketing automation and new creative tools.
IDeaS launches API portal to enhance tech collaboration
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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uc
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cloud services
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collaboration
IDeaS has unveiled an API data integration developer portal aimed at boosting collaboration among hospitality technology providers and streamlining connections.
The Future of SME Finance: Can Fintech Replace Traditional Lending?
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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blockchain
SMEs increasingly turn to fintech for faster, more efficient funding solutions as traditional banks' stringent requirements hinder access to capital.
Moloco & MetaRouter team up for enhanced ad personalisation
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
Moloco and MetaRouter have formed a partnership to enhance ad personalisation for retailers in Australia and New Zealand while prioritising customer privacy.
Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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smart home
Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.
AI's power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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edge computing
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power / energy
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ai
New Zealand's data centre market is projected to soar from USD $1 billion in 2023 to USD $1.56 billion by 2029, driven by surging AI demand and sustainability efforts.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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investment
Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.