New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 56
Spectrum bolsters board & executive with key new appointments
Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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fleet management
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cfo
Spectrum appoints Billy Aucamp as CFO, Jeremy Foster as Director, and John Marshall as Board Advisor, strengthening leadership and governance.
Logistics firms in Australia & NZ ramp up tech spending, face hurdles
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Eighty per cent of Australian and New Zealand logistics firms see tech as vital, with 94% aiming to boost spending despite hurdles in integration and ROI tracking.
Zoho ANZ sees 20% customer growth, unveils new offerings & AI
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Zoho's ANZ customer base grows 20% with new AI-powered solutions including Zoho Solo and Zoho for Nonprofits, boosting regional impact and innovation.
Hands-on Review: Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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cloud services
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hair removal
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reviews
The Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum offers strong suction, lightweight design, and HEPA filtration for easy, effective cleaning around the home.
AI alliance aims to revolutionise digital lending in Australasia
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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crm
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fintech
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ai
Afterburner AI and LoanOptions.ai have joined forces to streamline digital lending for mortgage advisers across Australia and New Zealand with AI-driven solutions.
Why searches for 'PR Agency Auckland' may signal growth in NZ's tech & design sectors
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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amazon
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it industry
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nztech
Google searches for 'PR Agency Auckland' hit a five-year peak, signalling growing confidence in New Zealand's tech and design sectors amid export expansion.
Bridging the payment divide: How small businesses can align with consumer expectations in 2025
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Many small businesses risk lost sales and loyalty as one in three still don't accept credit or debit cards, despite 86% of consumers relying on them.
Litmaps secures NZD $1.4 million to drive global platform growth
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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ai
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investment
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ux
Litmaps has raised NZD $1.4 million in an oversubscribed round to expand its AI-driven research platform supporting over two million users globally.
Adobe names Meredith O'Ryan Director of Enterprise Marketing
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Meredith O'Ryan has been named Adobe's Director of Enterprise Marketing for Australia and New Zealand, also overseeing flagship events across Asia Pacific.
Ingram Micro brings Xvantage Integrations Hub to New Zealand
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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physical security
Ingram Micro launches its Xvantage Integrations Hub in New Zealand, enabling no-code workflow automation across Salesforce, Xero, and Dynamics platforms.
One NZ & DOC partner to boost high-tech conservation efforts
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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department of conservation
One New Zealand partners with the Department of Conservation to boost connectivity and tech for DOC rangers, enhancing conservation across remote New Zealand areas.
Doctors urge faster use of AI as surgery waitlists soar in NZ
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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ai
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healthtech
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ai strategy
Doctors urge New Zealand to accelerate AI use in healthcare as elective surgery waitlists swell over 2,500%, straining the medical system and patients' care.
Nurox & Interwaste partner to bring clean hazardous waste tech
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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douglas pharmaceuticals
Nurox Hydrothermal and Interwaste partner to deploy cleaner tech for hazardous waste in New Zealand, cutting offshore disposal and boosting resource recovery.
FedEx expands electric fleet & community efforts in Asia Pacific
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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ai
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clean technologies
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sustainability
FedEx is expanding its electric vehicle fleet and boosting sustainability and community initiatives across Asia Pacific in fiscal year 2025.
Bolt sees rapid growth in drivers & riders across Auckland
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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drivers
Bolt's Auckland launch sparks rapid growth, with drivers up 350% and riders nearly 600%, reshaping the city's daily transport scene since June.
Papamoa Beach section could be New Zealand's first Bitcoin sale
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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crypto
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defi
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bitcoin
A beachside section on Papamoa Beach may become New Zealand's first property sale settled using Bitcoin, marking a new era in crypto real estate.
Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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bluetooth
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jb hi-fi
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harvey norman
Amber Technology debuts Philips NeoPix 150 and 450 Smart projectors in Australia and NZ, offering full HD, portability, and smart streaming from AUD $449.
Gallagher Security wins top honours for supply & sustainability
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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physical security
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supply chain
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power / energy
Gallagher Security earned Supplier of the Year and Sustainability Awards at New Zealand's Advanced Group Annual Supplier Awards, highlighting its eco-friendly practices.
Permaconn unveils Video IQ to modernise existing CCTV systems
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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edge computing
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Permaconn launches Video IQ, a cloud-based service transforming existing CCTV cameras into smart, monitored security solutions in under 10 minutes.
Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre to drive AI ERP innovation
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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supply chain
Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre as Chief Product Officer to lead AI-driven ERP innovation for Australian and New Zealand SMBs.