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Kaleah Salmon
News Editor
Kaleah Salmon is a journalist in the TechDay editorial team. She has a keen interest in health, fitness, travel and sport. She previously worked as a journalist for Australian publication, Ministry of Sport.

Stories by Kaleah - Page 19

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Agoda boosts traveller confidence with AI-driven image upgrade

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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Agoda has launched an AI-powered Content Enhancement Tool that upgrades hotel images, helping travellers book with greater confidence and clarity.
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MEA acquires Happy Moose to combine scale & handcrafted prints

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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photography
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global expansion
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creative technologies
MEA has acquired New Zealand's Happy Moose to blend global photo printing scale with handcrafted quality, expanding premium photo products internationally.
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Firebolt opens Singapore hub to boost data & AI in APAC

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
Firebolt has launched a new hub in Singapore to support rising demand for real-time data analytics and AI solutions across the Asia Pacific region.
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Seventy-two percent of New Zealanders say brands break promises

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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.
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Lunchonline delivers 3.3 million school lunches in 15 years

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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payment technologies
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food technology
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food delivery
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.
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Felix to acquire Nexvia for AUD $12m, raising AUD $16m

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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document management
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ecm
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.
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AI adoption boosts productivity across New Zealand businesses

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
A Datacom survey reveals 88% of New Zealand firms using AI report productivity gains, with adoption rising to 87% overall in 2025 from 48% in 2023.
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ISG sells 75% stake to Shaw & Partners for NZD $67.5 million

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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dla piper
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wealth management
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financial services
ISG has sold a 75% stake to Shaw and Partners for NZD $67.5 million, marking a major step in its growth and partnership with Switzerland's EFG International.
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MiQ integrates Lifesight data to boost Sigma ad platform insights

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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marketing
MiQ has partnered with Lifesight to integrate location data into its Sigma platform, enhancing audience targeting and measurement across multiple advertising channels in JAPAC.
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ThinkGo launches to guide New Zealand SaaS startups to scale

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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ict sector
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global expansion
Auckland-based ThinkGo launches to help New Zealand SaaS startups navigate early growth challenges with practical tools and proven strategies.
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ShadowTech25 inspires Manawatū girls to explore tech careers

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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computer science
ShadowTech25 inspired 24 Year 11 girls in Manawatū to explore diverse ICT careers through panels, activities, and industry insights, addressing NZ's skills shortage.
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Co-operative Bank partners with 10x Banking for digital upgrade

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
The Co-operative Bank will upgrade to 10x Banking's cloud platform in a multi-year project to enhance services for 180,000+ customers in New Zealand.
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GPT-5 set to transform AI with multimodal & inclusive features

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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edge computing
OpenAI's GPT-5, a multimodal AI platform with text, image, audio and video input, aims to boost accessibility and transform customer engagement across industries.
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MetaComp launches Ripple RLUSD stablecoin for APAC institutions

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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forex
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digital asset
MetaComp has launched Ripple's USD stablecoin RLUSD on its StableX platform, offering APAC institutions faster, compliant cross-border payments.
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Celona unveils AerFlex to simplify private 5G for enterprises

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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robots
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digital transformation
Celona launches AerFlex, a cloud-managed private 5G solution designed to simplify deployment and management for enterprises embracing AI and automation.
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X-League golf finals unite Aussies & Kiwis with tech & team spirit

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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sportstech
Nine teams from across Australia and New Zealand will compete in Melbourne for X-Golf's tech-driven X-League championship, blending golf with advanced simulator technology.
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Beyond Key becomes registered Databricks partner for AI & data

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data science
Beyond Key has become a Registered Databricks Consulting Partner, enhancing its ability to deliver AI and data solutions globally using the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
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Watercare installs smart sensors for edge-powered sewer monitoring

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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iot
Watercare is installing 5,000 Kallipr smart sensors across Auckland to enhance real-time sewage monitoring and reduce overflows with edge-powered technology.
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Cogo launches energy tool to help homes & cars cut costs

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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cartech
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clean technologies
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westpac
Cogo launches a new tool in the UK, Australia and New Zealand to help homes and vehicles cut energy costs with personalised efficiency advice.
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GigaChat AI assistant achieves 93% accuracy in medical diagnoses

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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SberHealth's GigaChat AI assistant achieved 93% accuracy diagnosing 30 clinical cases, outperforming rivals and showing promise for healthcare and training.