Aotearoa stories - Page 5
Tim Dacombe-Bird appointed Head of Google Cloud New Zealand
Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Tim Dacombe-Bird has been named Head of Google Cloud New Zealand, leading local AI and digital transformation efforts from Wellington.
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.
Digital Future Aotearoa finalist for tech award bridging the divide
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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digital literacy
Digital Future Aotearoa is a finalist for the Community Tech Champions award, recognised for advancing digital equity and opportunity across New Zealand.
TBWA New Zealand launches TBWA\i to empower AI-driven brands
Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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automation
TBWA New Zealand launches TBWA\i, a new AI-focused practice designed to help brands integrate AI for unique strategic and creative growth.
One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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uc
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network infrastructure
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spacetech
One New Zealand and Starlink launch IoT satellite network providing SMS and data coverage nationwide, including 40% of the country lacking cell towers.
Umbrellar wins Pax8 MVP award for APAC cloud infrastructure
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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ai
Umbrellar Technology Group won the 2025 Pax8 MVP Infrastructure Award for APAC, recognising its leadership in cloud and AI solutions across New Zealand and the region.
Canon Oceania opens NZD $20,000 grant for community groups
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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edutech
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clean technologies
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education, learning & training
Canon Oceania has launched its 2025 Grants program, offering NZD $20,000 in funding and products to support New Zealand community groups and schools.
Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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power / energy
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university of otago
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consumer nz
Toast Electric is expanding to Horowhenua and Wairarapa, aiding New Zealand families struggling with winter energy hardship through discounted electricity and support programmes.
Genesis picks Workday to modernise finance for NZD $1 billion push
Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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ai
Genesis Energy will implement Workday's cloud finance system to support its NZD $1 billion investment in renewables and modernise financial operations.
MTF receives high commendation for trust in car loan awards
Fri, 30th May 2025
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customer service
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transparency
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nps
MTF has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brands Awards for car loans, highlighting its trusted service in New Zealand.
Open banking boosted in New Zealand as major banks upgrade API
Fri, 30th May 2025
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fintech
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api
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data privacy
New Zealand's four largest banks have upgraded to Payment Initiation API v2.3, enabling flexible payments and lasting customer consent for open banking.
Sysdoc wins two awards for supporting NZ Defence Force change
Fri, 30th May 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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ai
Sysdoc earned two awards at the 2024 Minister of Defence Awards for aiding NZ Defence Force's transformation with workforce and workflow improvements.
New Zealanders demand trust & ethics in AI adoption, study finds
Tue, 27th May 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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ai
A One NZ report finds 77% of New Zealanders use AI but nearly half distrust large firms' ethics, demanding transparency and strong data protections.
Dreame Technology launches smart home line in New Zealand shops
Tue, 27th May 2025
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smart home
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e-commerce
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clean technologies
Dreame Technology launches a smart home line tailored for New Zealand, now available in 20+ major retailers including JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman.
Wellington researchers pioneer low-cost earthquake alert system
Mon, 26th May 2025
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clean technologies
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massey university
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climate change
Massey University researchers in Wellington have trialled a low-cost, community-based earthquake early warning system using local volunteers and MEMS sensors.
Digitalisation could boost NZ SME GDP by NZD $8.6 billion in 2025
Tue, 20th May 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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financial systems
New Zealand SMEs could boost GDP by NZD $8.6bn by 2025 through digitalisation, says report by Xero and NZ Institute of Economic Research.
NZ startup founders paid $205,000 on average, gaps remain
Wed, 7th May 2025
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mental health
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entrepreneurship
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startup ecosystem
The New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 reveals average founder salaries at NZD $205,000, highlighting gender, location, and role pay disparities across startups.
New Zealand urged to boost digital strategy & address tech gaps
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
The Technology Users Association urges New Zealand to boost its digital strategy, tackling cybersecurity and tech skills gaps to remain globally competitive.
St John applauded, wins award for health data resilience
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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emergency services
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public relations
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aotearoa
Hato Hone St John has been named a finalist in the Veeam Data Resilience Awards for safeguarding vital healthcare data and ensuring emergency services' continuity.
Revolut launches euro accounts for New Zealand customers
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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money management
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forex
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savings
Revolut has launched a feature enabling New Zealand customers to open local EUR accounts, enhancing transaction efficiency and currency management.