App development stories - Page 2
Mobile app development is the process by which software developers create small applications for use
on smartphones and related devices. The field is specialised as the devices run specific operating
systems (generally but not solely limited to Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS), with a wide variety of
underlying hardware (processors and memory) and display variations. New Zealand is home to an active
App Development community.
OutSystems unveils Elevate partner scheme for AI era
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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lcnc
OutSystems debuts Elevate partner scheme, tying rewards to AI credentials, delivery outcomes and customer satisfaction metrics.
Cloudinary launches global Creators Community for devs
Wed, 25th Feb 2026
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martech
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open source
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software development
Cloudinary launches a global Creators Community, offering free media-focused training, projects and certifications for developers worldwide.
Snowflake expands Cortex Code CLI with dbt, Airflow
Tue, 24th Feb 2026
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devops
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data analytics
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cx
Snowflake adds dbt and Apache Airflow support to Cortex Code CLI and unveils its first standalone subscription for non-Snowflake users.
Google rolls out Gemini 3.1 Pro for complex reasoning
Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
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data analytics
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genai
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llms
Google has begun rolling out Gemini 3.1 Pro, a more advanced AI model for complex reasoning, to developers, enterprises and consumers.
WaveMaker unveils agentic AI platform for app teams
Fri, 20th Feb 2026
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devops
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digital transformation
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supply chain
WaveMaker launches an agentic AI app platform letting teams turn Figma designs and prompts into governed, production-ready code at scale.
ExtraHop boosts agentic SOC with richer network insight
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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pam
ExtraHop sharpens its network detection tools with deeper identity and Kubernetes insight to power more reliable agentic SOC automation.
Apple opens 2026 Swift Student Challenge to global coders
Mon, 16th Feb 2026
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software development
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ios
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apple
Apple has opened submissions for the 2026 Swift Student Challenge, inviting student developers worldwide to submit Swift app playgrounds by 28 February.
Java use surges in AI as Oracle pricing drives shift
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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devops
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digital transformation
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public cloud
Java's role in AI is surging as 62% of firms build AI in Java, while Oracle's pricing push drives mass migration to OpenJDK.
Aerospike embeds default data masking in Database 8
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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data protection
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application security
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partner programmes
Aerospike Database 8 now embeds default dynamic data masking, tightening PII protection while easing compliance and operational overhead.
Apple brings agentic coding to Xcode with Claude, Codex
Wed, 4th Feb 2026
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devops
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apm
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genai
Apple adds agentic coding to Xcode 26.3, integrating Claude and Codex so AI agents can autonomously build and refine entire apps.
Snowflake unveils Cortex Code AI agent for developers
Wed, 4th Feb 2026
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devops
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data analytics
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fintech
Snowflake launches Cortex Code, an AI coding agent that embeds Snowflake-aware assistance into developers' everyday tools and workflows.
ServiceNow deepens Anthropic tie & wins airline deal
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
ServiceNow makes Anthropic's Claude its default AI for app building and wins a major Panasonic Avionics deal spanning 300+ airlines.
ServiceNow deepens Claude AI integration across work
Thu, 29th Jan 2026
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paas
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digital transformation
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iaas
ServiceNow makes Anthropic's Claude its default AI across Build Agent and workflows, promising faster app development and industry-specific gains.
Emergent raises USD $70m to fuel AI software surge
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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saas
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digital transformation
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rpa
AI platform Emergent raises USD $70m Series B from Khosla Ventures and SoftBank to speed global software creation for non-coders.
Emergent raises USD $70m to fuel European AI growth
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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saas
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digital transformation
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lcnc
AI app builder Emergent raises USD $70m Series B to deepen European push, add London offices and hiring as revenue soars to USD $50m ARR.
Vodafone, Netcompany launch global travel eSIM service
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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fintech
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partner programmes
Vodafone teams with Netcompany on a global travel eSIM, promising instant, data-only connectivity in 200-plus destinations worldwide.
Banks hit by costly outages as AI drives observability
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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devops
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digital transformation
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fintech
Banks face outages costing USD $1.8 million an hour as New Relic says AI-driven observability becomes vital for risk, CX and resilience.
Forrester tips cloud & generative AI to fuel IT boom
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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manufacturing
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Global IT services spending will rise 4.8% annually to 2029 as cloud infrastructure and generative AI reshape enterprise technology demand.
WaveMaker predicts AI shift in code, UIs & agents by 2026
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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crm
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devops
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digital transformation
WaveMaker predicts by 2026 AI will speed prototyping but boost demand for senior oversight, personalised UIs and specialised software agents.
iManage forecasts AI reality check & data overhaul by 2026
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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rpa
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risk & compliance
iManage predicts 2026 will bring an agentic AI reality check, routine hallucination risk management and machine-led data restructuring.