New Zealand (NZ) stories
Ingram Micro New Zealand sees earnings dip amid softer revenue in 2024
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Ingram Micro New Zealand’s net profit fell 39% to NZ$9.1m in 2024, hurt by softer revenue and tighter margins amid a competitive IT hardware market.
IT sector gains dedicated roles in new skills boards
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The Government will create eight Industry Skills Boards, allocating creative and IT sectors like game development and AI to ISBs, not NZQA as initially planned.
Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
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Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.
Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth
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Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.
Bebop reaches NZD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days with SME focus
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Bebop, an AI sales tool by Black Pearl Group, reached NZD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days, targeting SMEs with affordable, high-quality sales intelligence.
Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
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Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.
RDC.AI & BNZ launch AI-driven cashflow loans for NZ SMEs
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RDC.AI and Bank of New Zealand have launched an AI-driven Merchant Flexi Loan, offering quick, flexible cashflow loans to NZ's small businesses.
Deloitte promotes 32 new leaders across New Zealand divisions
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risk & compliance
Deloitte New Zealand has promoted 32 leaders, including 13 partners and 19 directors, across divisions reflecting its ongoing growth and expertise investment.
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
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Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.
Jade Tang appointed Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand
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Tineco has appointed Jade Tang as its first Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand to drive local growth and retail expansion.
Wavelink appoints Danny Meadows to lead expansion in New Zealand
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storage
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cybersecurity
Wavelink has launched a local team in New Zealand, appointing Danny Meadows to lead its regional expansion and boost support for partners and vendors.
AI Expert Advisory Panel to shape public sector use in New Zealand
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New Zealand has formed an AI Expert Advisory Panel led by Professor Michael Witbrock to guide responsible AI use in the public sector.
“Missed package?” Scam fooling thousands
2 days ago
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data protection
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Thousands of Kiwis are falling victim to evolving package delivery scams exploiting busy inboxes with fake DHL and NZ Post emails.
OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability
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OPPO launches durable A5 Series smartphones in New Zealand, featuring long battery life, IP65/IP69 ratings, and prices from NZD $229 to $499.
National Motu Move public transport card rollout faces major delay
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local government
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buses
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transport
New Zealand's Motu Move public transport card rollout faces further delay, with no new dates set amid frustration over complex integration challenges.
Twilio appoints Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ
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Twilio has appointed Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ, aiming to boost personalised digital engagement and business growth across Australia and New Zealand.
New secure data centre Mātai opens at RNZAF Base Auckland
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The Government Communications Security Bureau has opened Mātai, a new secure data centre at RNZAF Base Auckland, enhancing New Zealand’s digital infrastructure security.
Digital Future Aotearoa finalist for tech award bridging the divide
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Digital Future Aotearoa is a finalist for the Community Tech Champions award, recognised for advancing digital equity and opportunity across New Zealand.
inTechnology marks 25 years with Sidos Wi-Fi tool partnership
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inTechnology Distribution celebrates 25 years by partnering with Sidos Systems to offer Wi-Fi survey and management tools across Asia-Pacific.
Pharmx launches Pharmacy Portal to streamline supply chain
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Pharmx Technologies has launched a centralised Pharmacy Portal to simplify operations and boost trading across Australia's pharmacy supply chain.