Auckland stories - Page 1

The 2024 KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards in Auckland have celebrated innovators in New Zealand transforming scientific research into impactful technologies.

Turner & Townsend's report reveals London ranks 10th for expensive data centres, amidst rising challenges in power and supply chain amid AI demand.

A recent survey reveals that 45% of New Zealand office workers would reconsider their jobs if work-from-home options were reduced, highlighting a shift in workplace preferences.

CyberCX has boosted its leadership in New Zealand, promoting Tom Khangura to Director of Cloud Sales and appointing Sven Ross as Executive Director for Managed Security Services.

The TUANZ Member Awards in Auckland honoured key tech industry figures, with awards recognising community, technology, journalism, and leadership excellence.

The LJ Hooker Group is launching Acceler8, an ecosystem of digital tools to enhance marketing and efficiency, just in time for the spring selling season.

Thousands gathered at Auckland's Spark Arena for a gaming festival, Spark Game Arena Live. Highlights included an immersive virtual snake hunt and a Fortnite tournament with a prize pool over NZD $240,000.

Orion Health partners with Franklin Hospital to enhance digital health infrastructure, launching key software systems in April 2025.

Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.

Logitech G to sponsor Spark Game Arena Live in Auckland, unveiling cutting-edge gaming tech, and hosting thrilling sim racing with McLaren Auckland.

New Zealand’s ed-tech star Kami secures major investment from Boston Ventures, boosting its valuation to $300 million and reaffirming its global ambitions.

MowBot has launched the Segway Navimow i Series robotic mower in New Zealand. Available for pre-order, it promises innovative, eco-friendly lawn care.

Contact Energy's broadband service has hit 100,000 customers since its 2017 launch, highlighting the surging demand for connectivity in New Zealand.

Education New Zealand partners with Virtuoso for 24/7 tech support and security, aiming to enhance staff productivity and IT resource use across its global offices.

Intelliworx promotes Joy Johnson to lead UK and US client services, aiming to capitalise on the booming cybersecurity market and company's growth.

Spark and Netskope have expanded their partnership to offer managed Security Service Edge services in New Zealand, bolstering cybersecurity for remote workers and cloud services.

Gallagher Security's second annual Security Showcase at Eden Park, Auckland drew over 300 professionals, marking their largest event ever with key partners demonstrating cutting-edge integrations.

Priscila Bernardes has been appointed CEO of Lancom Technology, succeeding Waruna Kirimetiyawa, who will now serve as Lancom Group Managing Director and ANZ CEO for Lyra Technology Group.

Spark announces Spark Game Arena Live, a gaming festival in Tāmaki Makaurau's Spark Arena on 7 September 2024. The festival will feature top esports, interactive experiences, and global gaming personalities.

Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland’s North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.