2026 stories - Page 36
Senior marketers still trust intuition despite AI & data surge
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Despite heavy investment in business intelligence, nearly two-thirds of senior marketers still rely on intuition for key decisions, says Qualtrics research.
Harvey opens Sydney office to expand AI legal services in Asia-Pacific
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data privacy
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llms
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ai
Harvey has opened its first Asia-Pacific office in Sydney to expand AI legal services and hire 15 staff, boosting support for Australian law firms.
Dr Lisa Su to open CES 2026 with keynote on AI & computing
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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dc
Dr Lisa Su, AMD CEO, will deliver the opening keynote at CES 2026, discussing AI's transformative impact on technology and computing industries.
Industrial AI in manufacturing to hit USD $153.9 billion by 2030
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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data management
The industrial AI market is set to soar to USD $153.9 billion by 2030, as manufacturers ramp up investments and CEO-level strategies drive adoption.
OPPO inks exclusive partnership with New Zealand Football teams
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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fifa world cup
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oppo
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football
OPPO New Zealand has become the exclusive Smartphone & Smart Device Partner for the All Whites and Ford Football Ferns in a two-year deal.
Global spending on GenAI smartphones to hit USD $298.2 billion
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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genai
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ai
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it budget
Global spending on generative AI smartphones is expected to reach USD $298.2 billion by 2025, making up 20% of total AI end-user expenditures.
Cisco introduces AI-powered Splunk Security editions for faster threat defence
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
Cisco introduces AI-powered Splunk Security editions to speed up threat detection and streamline security operations for organisations worldwide.
Cisco announces Splunk & Snowflake integration for unified data
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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siem
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hyperscale
Cisco announces Splunk Federated Search for Snowflake, allowing unified data queries across platforms for faster insights in July 2026 globally.
Seeing Machines adds alcohol impairment detection to DMS for global safety
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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cartech
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ai
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road safety
Seeing Machines enhances its Driver Monitoring System, now detecting alcohol impairment to boost global road safety ahead of 2026 EU regulations.
Cisco launches Data Fabric to unify machine data for AI insights
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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private cloud
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
Cisco launches Data Fabric platform, unifying machine data to streamline AI model training, automated workflows and real-time operational insights for enterprises.
Cisco launches Splunk AI-driven tools to streamline SOC security
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ueba
Cisco unveils two AI-driven editions of Splunk Enterprise Security to streamline SOC operations, boost threat detection, and accelerate incident response globally.
New Zealand SME jobs recover but workers remain uneasy about pay
Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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smb
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job market
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employment hero
New Zealand's SME jobs are recovering with 2.4% growth in July, but over half of workers remain uneasy about pay and job security.
Iplicit appoints Ben Crow as VP & eyes international expansion
Mon, 8th Sep 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Cloud accounting firm iplicit appoints Ben Crow as VP of Partnerships to boost partner network and target international expansion in Australia and New Zealand.
Hisense wins nine IFA awards & extends FIFA World Cup tie-up
Mon, 8th Sep 2025
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smart home
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Hisense secured nine IFA Innovation Awards 2025 across home entertainment, appliances, and design, while extending its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026.
Hisense extends FIFA World Cup partnership, unveils AI tech for 2026
Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Hisense will extend its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026, unveiling advanced AI tech and RGB-MiniLED TVs for an immersive fan experience across three host nations.
Dreame unveils stair-climbing vacuums & robotic arms for homes
Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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smart home
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ai
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home automation
Dreame has launched advanced smart cleaning devices including the Cyber X stair-climbing vacuum and the Cyber10 Ultra with robotic arm, boosting home automation.
Cato Networks acquires Aim Security, revenue tops USD $300 million
Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Cato Networks acquires Aim Security to enhance AI security, surpassing USD $300 million annual revenue and raising USD $409 million in Series G funding.
Deel launches global business visa service to ease HR challenges
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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hcm
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risk & compliance
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payment technologies
Deel launches Business Visas service to simplify short-term international travel, easing HR burdens amid rising global business trips and regulatory changes.
SAP expands sovereign cloud services for public sector in ANZ
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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supply chain
SAP expands its Sovereign Cloud services in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing data control and security for public sector and regulated industries.
Xero unveils AI-powered tools to boost efficiency for accountants
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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financial systems
Xero launches AI-powered tools including JAX and Partner Hub to help accountants automate tasks and enhance advisory services for small businesses.